Core OS Software Engineer, Accessories San Diego,California,United States Software and Services Would you like to contribute to a software stack that provides content to every Apple product? Our team, within Apple's Core OS Organization, is responsible for the infrastructure that updates accessories and silicon peripherals. This stack enhances the customer experience and optimizes workflows for our developers and manufacturing. We even contribute to our software build system. This team is fast-paced and challenging, with high-impact deliverables. **Description** We're looking for a motivated engineer with excellent programming, problem solving and communication skills. In this role, you will contribute to Apple's firmware update solutions. We deliver a unified solution to the entire company. Working on this team will redefine your understanding of cross-functional. We deliver daemons, frameworks, certification test suites, command line tools and even the some bits of UI. And our code runs on everything. Programming languages we use on this team are C, Objective-C and Swift. You do not need to be an expert in all three to be successful. So long as you are proficient in at least one of them, and are confident in your ability to learn. **Minimum Qualifications** + Programming experience in C, Objective-C or Swift + Solid OS fundamentals + Bachelors degree in CS/CE/EE or equivalent experience/skills. **Key Qualifications** **Preferred Qualifications** + Experience designing and developing production-level software + Strong analytical thinking + Self-motivated and able to work independently + Excellent spoken and written communication skills **Education & Experience** **Additional Requirements** **Pay & Benefits** + At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $115,700 and $204,000, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple’s discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple’s Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You’ll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation.Learn more (https://www.apple.com/careers/us/benefits.html) about Apple Benefits.Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program. + Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant. (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088\_EEOC\_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf) **Apple Footer** Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant (Opens in a new window) . Apple will not discriminate or retaliate against applicants who inquire about, disclose, or discuss their compensation or that of other applicants. United States Department of Labor. Learn more (Opens in a new window) . Apple will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable law. If you’re applying for a position in San Francisco, review the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance guidelines (opens in a new window) applicable in your area. Apple participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations as required by law. Learn more about the E-Verify program (Opens in a new window) . Apple is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with physical and mental disabilities. Reasonable Accommodation and Drug Free Workplace policy Learn more (Opens in a new window) . Apple is a drug-free workplace. Reasonable Accommodation and Drug Free Workplace policy Learn more (Opens in a new window) .