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Software Engineer (Virtualisation)

Apple· Software and Services
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LondonFull-timePosted 3w ago

About the role

Join the Virtualisation team to work on projects that span the entire system, from the kernel to libraries, frameworks, and applications. As a Virtualisation engineer, you will have a major impact on the design and implementation of Apple's virtual machines and virtualisation frameworks, collaborating across Apple's software and hardware organizations to virtualise operating system products.

Responsibilities

  • Contribute to the Virtualisation and AccessoryAccess frameworks.
  • Design and implement support for external devices in virtual machines.
  • Write high-quality, well-tested, maintainable code in C++ and Swift.
  • Design and implement test suites to ensure reliability and correctness across the stack.
  • Debug complex issues spanning kernel, user-space, and guest operating system layers.
  • Optimize performance of virtualised devices.
  • Work cross-functionally with drivers, frameworks, and QA teams to deliver integrated solutions.
  • Participate in code reviews and technical design discussions.
  • Pick up new subsystems and device technologies as team priorities evolve.

Qualifications

  • Strong C++ programming skills.
  • Strong understanding of operating systems internals and systems programming.
  • Demonstrated ability to work effectively across different layers of a software stack (e.g., kernel, user-space, framework, application).
  • Excellent collaborative skills, with strong written and verbal communication.
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in computer science or a related field.

Skills

Required:C++Operating systems internalsCross-layer software developmentCommunication and collaboration
Nice to have:Swift
Last updated Oct 2, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

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