Software Development Engineer in Test - Core I/O Transports Quality Engineering, Core OS

Cupertino Until 9/22/2026 First posted July 24, 2026 Last posted July 24, 2026
Job description

Join the team responsible for ensuring the highest quality for I/O technologies at the heart of products known to surprise and delight our customers! The Core I/O Quality Engineering team is part of the Core OS organization and is responsible for validating functionality & stability of firmware device drivers & frameworks for High Speed I/O interfaces such as USB, Thunderbolt™, PCIe, DisplayPort and accessory management software.

Description

This is a highly entrepreneurial team, always looking for innovative ways to improve status quo and solve difficult problems. We are looking for someone who can lead the charge on quality for one or more technology areas. You will work in a fast paced environment, interacting directly with development teams within the organization as well as cross-functional teams. The nature of the position requires excellent communication skills, strong multi-tasking abilities & deep technical and debugging skills, along with a drive to make a difference. The ideal candidate will be highly technical, creative, motivated, and results driven.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelors in Computer Science/Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience/skills
Solid OS & Embedded Systems fundamentals
Familiarity with Python/C++/C programming

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with developing, testing or debugging device drivers, firmware or other low level software
Experience in working with I/O technologies (USB, PCIe, Display technologies etc.)
Experience using Protocol Analyzers & Oscilloscope.

About this role

Summary

Ensure quality and stability of firmware device drivers for high-speed I/O interfaces.

Job title

Software Development Engineer in Test - Core I/O Transports Quality Engineering, Core OS

Experience level

entry level

Industry

software

Location requirements

must be located in Cupertino, no remote work allowed

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

PythonC++COS fundamentalsembedded systems

Preferred skills

device driversfirmwareI/O technologiesprotocol analyzersoscilloscope

Specializations

device driversfirmwareI/O technologiesdebuggingprotocol analyzers
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Cupertino, CA, USA

On-site City