Firmware Engineer - HID Bluetooth

At Apple, innovation happens when people from diverse backgrounds come together to solve tough problems and push technology forward. Our team is a vibrant group of creative, driven, and passionate firmware engineers powering the next generation of Bluetooth accessories. We’re looking for bold problem solvers who love working close to the metal—writing firmware for microcontrollers, rapidly prototyping new ideas, exploring ground breaking technologies, and transforming concepts into extraordinary products. This is your chance to sit at the heart of multi-functional collaboration, partnering with teams across Hardware, Algorithm, Software, Quality Engineering, and Product Design to bring Apple’s iconic experiences to life. Ready to build what’s next? Come join us and make an impact on the future!

Description

As a Firmware Engineer on Apple’s Human Interface Devices (HID) Bluetooth team, you’ll play a key role in developing embedded firmware for next-generation Bluetooth accessory devices. You will:

- Bring up new sensors and processors from spec to production, design reliable firmware, and solve complex system issues.

- Define how different parts of the system communicate and manage power, working closely with teams across Hardware, Software, Algorithms, and Quality.

- Craft the performance, reliability, and user experience of Apple’s iconic products.

Minimum Qualifications

BS and a minimum of 3 years of industry experience

Experience in C/C++ for bare-metal and RTOS-based firmware development

Experience with microcontrollers, sensors, and communication protocols (UART, I2C, SPI, etc.)

Experience with software engineering standard processes for reliable, maintainable firmware

Preferred Qualifications

Strong experience with wireless protocols (ideally Bluetooth), 32-bit microcontrollers, and board bring-up/debug

Hands-on experience with embedded compilers, linkers, and low-level startup routines for system bring-up

Proficient in firmware architecture, debugging tools (JTAG, oscilloscope, logic analyzers), and low-level system troubleshooting

Development experience on Unix/Linux/MacOS platforms

Proven track record of solving complex problems in multi-functional teams