AirPods Software Engineer
full-time•Cupertino
About this role
Do you want to help make magic happen? Be part of the team that delivers exceptional experiences like Spatial Audio, Precision Finding, Live Listen, and seamless connectivity across Apple's world-class headphones and accessories. Join our team to drive innovation that matters to millions of customers worldwide.
We provide the wireless foundation for Apple's innovative products such as AirPods and AirTags, crafting technologies that enrich people's lives and deliver an unparalleled user experience. We're looking for motivated engineers to design and implement amazing new features across the Apple ecosystem - from deep embedded firmware to host-side frameworks.
Bring surprise and delight to our customers in this multi-faceted software role that forms the pillar of AirPods, AirTags, and other accessories. You will be challenged with unique problems spanning the full stack - from real-time embedded firmware to system frameworks - as you build and develop software solutions for current and next-generation accessories. What makes this role unique is the end-to-end ownership: our team owns critical software components on both sides of the wireless connection - the embedded firmware running on accessories and the system software on iOS/ visionOS devices. This dual ownership gives us the power to craft seamless connected experience and innovate across the entire stack. Whether you're debugging a tricky Bluetooth protocol issue, optimizing audio latency, or implementing a new feature that spans accessory and host, you'll be solving unique challenges that directly impact millions of users every day.
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, computer engineering, electrical engineering, or equivalent experience Strong C/C++ programming skills with attention to code quality, performance, and maintainability Solid understanding of systems programming concepts: memory management, concurrency, state machines, and event-driven architectures Strong analytical and debugging skills - ability to dig deep into complex problems Thrive in collaborative environments with excellent written and verbal communication skills
Experience with Objective-C, Objective-C++, or Swift Experience with real-time operating systems (RTOS), embedded systems, firmware, device drivers, or low-level system software Knowledge of real-time audio or wireless technologies Passion for product ownership and track record of delivering features end-to-end
Description
Bring surprise and delight to our customers in this multi-faceted software role that forms the pillar of AirPods, AirTags, and other accessories. You will be challenged with unique problems spanning the full stack - from real-time embedded firmware to system frameworks - as you build and develop software solutions for current and next-generation accessories. What makes this role unique is the end-to-end ownership: our team owns critical software components on both sides of the wireless connection - the embedded firmware running on accessories and the system software on iOS/ visionOS devices. This dual ownership gives us the power to craft seamless connected experience and innovate across the entire stack. Whether you're debugging a tricky Bluetooth protocol issue, optimizing audio latency, or implementing a new feature that spans accessory and host, you'll be solving unique challenges that directly impact millions of users every day.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, computer engineering, electrical engineering, or equivalent experience Strong C/C++ programming skills with attention to code quality, performance, and maintainability Solid understanding of systems programming concepts: memory management, concurrency, state machines, and event-driven architectures Strong analytical and debugging skills - ability to dig deep into complex problems Thrive in collaborative environments with excellent written and verbal communication skills
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with Objective-C, Objective-C++, or Swift Experience with real-time operating systems (RTOS), embedded systems, firmware, device drivers, or low-level system software Knowledge of real-time audio or wireless technologies Passion for product ownership and track record of delivering features end-to-end
Other facts
Tech stack
C/C++ Programming,Systems Programming,Memory Management,Concurrency,State Machines,Event-Driven Architectures,Analytical Skills,Debugging Skills,Collaboration,Communication,Objective-C,Objective-C++,Swift,Real-Time Operating Systems,Embedded Systems,Firmware,Wireless Technologies
About Apple
We’re a diverse collective of thinkers and doers, continually reimagining what’s possible to help us all do what we love in new ways. And the same innovation that goes into our products also applies to our practices — strengthening our commitment to leave the world better than we found it. This is where your work can make a difference in people’s lives. Including your own.
Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. Visit apple.com/careers to learn more.
Team size: 10,001+ employees
Website: http://www.apple.com/careers
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Industry: Computers and Electronics Manufacturing
Founding Year: 1976
What you'll do
- You will design and implement software solutions for AirPods, AirTags, and other accessories, tackling unique problems across the full stack. The role involves end-to-end ownership of critical software components on both embedded firmware and system software.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does a AirPods Software Engineer do at Apple?
As a AirPods Software Engineer at Apple, you will: you will design and implement software solutions for AirPods, AirTags, and other accessories, tackling unique problems across the full stack. The role involves end-to-end ownership of critical software components on both embedded firmware and system software..
Why join Apple as a AirPods Software Engineer?
Apple is a leading Computers and Electronics Manufacturing company.
Is the AirPods Software Engineer position at Apple remote?
The AirPods Software Engineer position at Apple is based in Cupertino, California, United States. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.
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