Systems Software Engineer

Apple Inc

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Work type: On-site
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Salary: $122,700–$214,300 / yr
Posted: 16 days ago
Freshness: Confirmed live yesterday

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Similar $166k

This role $168k

$112k most similar roles pay here $225k

This role pays more than 55% of similar roles. Most pay $128,715–$202,575 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $168k versus about $166k for comparable roles.

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About Apple Inc

Apple Inc. is a multinational technology company known for designing and manufacturing consumer electronics, software, and online services, including the iPhone, Mac, iPad, and App Store. Industry: Consumer Electronics & Software

Apple Inc currently has 2925 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $166,600–$277,600 across 2305 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Systems Software Engineer

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As a member of the OS Diagnostics team within the Product Integrity group, the Systems Software Engineer will develop and maintain software used to characterize, calibrate, and test new hardware while debugging both software and hardware independently or multi-functionally. The role involves building applications, frameworks, and command line utilities, as well as maintaining critical manufacturing software for millions of devices from early development through mass production. Key responsibilities include implementing hardware test specifications and collaborating with cross-functional teams and contract manufacturers. Candidates should possess expertise in C++, Objective-C, or Swift, along with experience developing drivers and applications in Unix, Linux, or macOS. Preferred skills include building embedded system architectures using I2C, USB, and PCIe interfaces, debugging distributed applications at the operating system level, and proficiency in Python, Lua, or Bash scripting.

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