Software Engineer (Virtualization)

Apple is where individual imaginations gather together, committing to the values that lead to great work. Every new product we build, service we create, or Apple Store experience we deliver is the result of us making each other's ideas stronger. That happens because every one of us shares a belief that we can make something wonderful and share it with the world, changing lives for the better. It's the diversity of our people and their thinking that inspires the innovation that runs through everything we do. When we bring everybody in, we can do the best work of our lives. Here, you'll do more than join something - you'll add something. Join the Core Virtualization team and work on projects that span the entire system, from the kernel to libraries, frameworks, and applications. As a virtualization engineer, you will have a major impact on the design and implementation of Apple's virtual machines and virtualization frameworks. You will also collaborate with experts across Apple's software and hardware organizations to virtualize operating system products. We are looking for a passionate and challenged candidate who wants to work on products that affect the lives of millions of users.

Description The Virtualization team is looking for a talented engineer to join its virtual platform group. Our team is responsible for building the foundational technologies necessary for running macOS virtual machines.

Responsibilities

• Develop bootloader and kernel components for the guest platform.
• Design and implement VirtIO, paravirtualized and custom virtual devices.
• Collaborate with hardware teams to leverage new hardware features for the macOS guests.
• Write high-quality, well-tested, and maintainable code in C/C++.
• Design and implement comprehensive test suites to ensure the reliability and correctness of virtualization components.
• Debug complex issues spanning kernel, hypervisor, user-space, and guest operating system layers.
• Optimize performance of virtual machines.
• Work cross-functionally with other teams (e.g., drivers, frameworks, QA) to deliver integrated solutions.
• Participate in code reviews and technical design discussions.

Minimum Qualifications

• Excellent C and C++ programming skills
• Strong understanding of operating systems internals and systems programming
• Excellent collaborative skills, with strong written and verbal communication
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in computer science or a related field

Preferred Qualifications

• Skilled in kernel and device driver development
• Familiar with Arm assembly programming
• Knowledge of CPU architecture

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 $147,400 and $272,100, 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.

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