Firmware Engineer- Airpods

    • Apple, Inc.
  • San Diego, CA
  • Posted 22 days ago | Updated 9 hours ago

Overview

On Site
USD 131,500.00 - 243,300.00 per year
Full Time

Skills

Cross-functional team
C++
Product development
Real-time
Product ownership
Systems architecture
Embedded C
Firmware
Audio
C
Software development
Digital signal processing
Bluetooth
PCM
Electrical engineering
Debugging
Communication
Data
Innovation
Collaboration
Leadership
Marketing
Design
MCU
Computer hardware
Payments

Job Details

Summary

The AirPods Firmware team is seeking an enthusiastic engineer to join our team. This is an individual contributor role to develop the technical development of the audio platform for our products. You will have the opportunity to drive the technology and product development for Apple's consumer audio products. In this role, you will work with a wide cross-functional team to continually innovate technology implemented in Apple products.

Key Qualifications

2+ years of proven excellence in firmware, device driver, or equivalent experienceExperience with MCUs, peripherals, features, and development environmentsSolid C/C++ coding abilitiesKnowledge of audio, DSP and Bluetooth technologies is preferredFamiliarity with real-time audio (sample rates, buffering, I2S, PCM, drivers)Strong electrical system and software debugging skillsPassion for product ownership and track record of product developmentExcellent written and verbal communication skills

Description

This is a high visibility role that involves architecting and developing our audio platform. This platform is a key technology that integrates and manages the data and system states for our products. We are seeking someone who is passionate about our products and the drive to improving the quality and innovation of our deliverables.The people here at Apple don't just build products - they build the kind of wonder that's revolutionized entire industries. Excellent communication and collaboration is a must, as you'll be asked to partner with team members and other engineering teams. AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITIES: - Play a lead role in defining system architecture to implement new product and product features - Collaborate with marketing and cross-functional engineering teams to define product features and requirements - Design, implement, debug, and test embedded C/C++ code running on 8-bit, 16-bit, and 32-bit MCU's for Apple-branded audio products - Support electrical bring-up and debug of prototype hardware - Enable expansion of our product ecosystem features through creation of test tools

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 $131,500 and $243,300, 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.