March 8, 2025

Systems Software Developer - Power Defense

Mid • On-site

$121,900 - $214,500/yr

Cupertino, CA

Summary

Posted:
Weekly Hours: 40
Role Number:200594318
Do you love creating elegant solutions to complex challenges? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment? Are you excited about writing systems software and building developer tools to help improve power and performance of Apple products? Would you enjoy developing software systems to detect and mitigate these issues? If this describes you, we would love to hear from you. The Power Defense team is looking for an experienced software developer to join its team. You will have the opportunity to work on the latest Apple products spanning iOS, watchOS, macOS, tvOS, visionOS and build high quality, production software that would ship to billions of Apple customers!

Description

We're looking for a motivated engineer with excellent programming, problem solving and communication skills. In this role, you will be working on design and development of systems software to help improve power and performance of Apple products. You would also be developing real-time mechanisms to detect/mitigate power issues. To be successful in this role, you must have a solid foundation in software design/architecture coupled with good systems software understanding and excellent debug/triage skills.

Minimum Qualifications

  • B.S., M.S., or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent
  • Proficiency in object-oriented programming in a systems language (e.g. C++, Objective-C, Swift, C)
  • Great foundation in software design and architecture
  • Proficient system level understanding

Preferred Qualifications

  • Demonstrated innovative, critical thinking and troubleshooting skills to solve complex challenges
  • Proficient system level understanding
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills

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 $121,900 and $214,500, 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 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.