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Apple's System Firmware and Diagnostics team is looking for an enthusiastic embedded firmware engineer to join our team. This is an individual contributor role to design, develop and debug firmware used in the manufacturing and testing process of some of our popular products. You’ll have the opportunity to work with leading experts to integrate core technologies and algorithms into system firmware deployed onto our factory lines. We encourage innovation, rapid iteration, collaboration and autonomy. Are you ready for your next challenge?
Description
In this role, you will architect and implement the manufacturing systems firmware for the complex embedded devices that form the backbone of groundbreaking Apple products.
Minimum Qualifications
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.
Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.
Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant.
Apple accepts applications to this posting on an ongoing basis.
Apple's System Firmware and Diagnostics team is looking for an enthusiastic embedded firmware engineer to join our team. This is an individual contributor role to design, develop and debug firmware used in the manufacturing and testing process of some of our popular products. You’ll have the opportunity to work with leading experts to integrate core technologies and algorithms into system firmware deployed onto our factory lines. We encourage innovation, rapid iteration, collaboration and autonomy. Are you ready for your next challenge?
Description
In this role, you will architect and implement the manufacturing systems firmware for the complex embedded devices that form the backbone of groundbreaking Apple products.
Minimum Qualifications
- BS/CS/EE/CE or relevant work experience
- 5+ years of relevant industry experience
- Proficiency in C/C++ programming
- Background in embedded firmware development in multi-threaded systems
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills for both peer and management audiences
- Proficiency in interpreting and navigating schematics and layouts
- Working knowledge of standard hardware protocols (USB, UART, SPI, I2C, PCIe, MIPI, PCM)
- Hands-on experience in using debugging tools such as gdb, lldb, oscilloscopes, and logic analyzers
- Well-versed in board bring-up and new product development
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.
Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.
Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant.
Apple accepts applications to this posting on an ongoing basis.
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- Posted
- Mar 13, 2026
- Type
- Full-time
- Level
- Not Applicable
- Location
- Cupertino
- Company
- Apple
Industries
Computers
Electronics Manufacturing
Categories
Engineering
Information Technology
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