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Systems Software Engineer, Platform Architecture

Apple· Hardware
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Hybrid (Cambridge, MA), Hybrid (Cupertino, CA)$116.4k - $203kFull-timePosted 2w ago

About the role

Apple’s Platform Architecture group seeks a systems engineer to build high performance functional models of advanced SoC designs and to bridge the gap between Software and Hardware, influencing performance, power efficiency, security, and programming ease of Apple products.

Responsibilities

  • Prototype and analyze architecture and operating system proposals.
  • Interface kernels and drivers with processor & SoC models.
  • Work closely with cross-functional teams across product groups.
  • Promote new opportunities and techniques with other groups.

Qualifications

  • BS degree.
  • Experience in low-level software, operating systems, or compilers.
  • Programming experience (C++/C).

Skills

Required:BS degreeExperience in low-level software, operating systems, or compilersProgramming in C/C++
Nice to have:MS or PhD in CS or CEExperience debugging large, complex system softwareScripting (Python)Assembly experienceKernel, driver and firmware developmentModeling and simulationKnowledge of ARM and/or X86 architecture

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical and dental coverage
  • retirement benefits
  • a range of discounted products and free services
  • reimbursement for certain educational expenses including tuition
  • discretionary bonuses or commission payments (scope may apply)
  • relocation may be eligible
  • Apple shareholder opportunities via stock programs
  • employee stock purchase plan
Last updated Oct 9, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

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