Embedded Software Engineer

Cupertino Until 9/22/2026 5+ years exp First posted July 24, 2026 Last posted July 24, 2026
Job description

Apple's System Firmware and Diagnostics team is looking for an enthusiastic embedded firmware engineer to join our team. This is an individual contributor role to design, develop and debug firmware used in the manufacturing and testing process of some of our popular products. You’ll have the opportunity to work with leading experts to integrate core technologies and algorithms into system firmware deployed onto our factory lines. We encourage innovation, rapid iteration, collaboration and autonomy. Are you ready for your next challenge?

Description

In this role, you will architect and implement the manufacturing systems firmware for the complex embedded devices that form the backbone of groundbreaking Apple products.

Minimum Qualifications

BS/CS/EE/CE or relevant work experience
5+ years of relevant industry experience
Proficiency in C/C++ programming
Background in embedded firmware development in multi-threaded systems
Excellent written and verbal communication skills for both peer and management audiences

Preferred Qualifications

Proficiency in interpreting and navigating schematics and layouts
Working knowledge of standard hardware protocols (USB, UART, SPI, I2C, PCIe, MIPI, PCM)
Hands-on experience in using debugging tools such as gdb, lldb, oscilloscopes, and logic analyzers
Well-versed in board bring-up and new product development

About this role

Summary

Develop and debug firmware for Apple’s embedded manufacturing systems.

Job title

Embedded Software Engineer

Experience level

5+ years

Minimum experience

5+ years exp

Industry

technology

Location requirements

must be located in Cupertino, no remote work specified

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

C/C++embedded firmwaremulti-threaded systemscommunication skills

Preferred skills

schematicshardware protocolsdebugging toolsboard bring-up

Specializations

firmwareembedded systemsC/C++hardware protocolsdebugging
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Cupertino, CA, USA

On-site City