Firmware Performance Engineer

Summary

Do you see the big picture and love setting ambitious goals? Do you have a passion for understanding how each line of code affects all the others? In the Core Operating Systems group, we ensure that the OS is inseparable from each device’s identity as a whole. That’s because we are committed to building fully integrated operating systems that combine hardware and software into a single Apple experience that spans multiple product lines. Your dedication to cross-disciplinary collaboration will help our team develop groundbreaking technologies for macOS, iOS, iPadOS, watchOS, tvOS, and visionOS. By crafting these distinct, holistic user experiences, you’ll continue to uphold and advance the excellence people expect from Apple devices. Join us, and use your imagination to help us continue to surprise and delight our customers!

Description

As a Firmware Performance Engineer, your challenge is to ignite the full power of Apple hardware for demanding user experiences while operating elegantly within tightly constrained environments. You’ll work closely with cross-functional partners and use a range of tools and techniques to measure, profile, and assess firmware performance. You will collaborate with hardware architects and chip design teams to drive optimizations for Apple Silicon, and influence next-generation CPUs. Engage with multiple teams, from hardware engineering to compiler, application, and frameworks teams, to drive world-class system performance.

Responsibilities

• Investigate performance data to identify bottlenecks and potential focus areas.
• Build performance benchmarks, analysis tools, and scripts, and infrastructure.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive performance improvements.
• Prototype fixes in various codebases showcasing performance improvements.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent professional experience
• Strong understanding of OS fundamentals
• Ability to collaborate across teams to drive development and performance optimizations
• Scripting and programming skills in C/C++, Python, etc...
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in embedded software development
• Experience in RTOS and firmware development
• Experience with low-level performance analysis
• Knowledge of modern CPU and memory architectures
• Expertise with profiling tools and analysis (Instruments, VTune, etc.)
  
  

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 $116,800 and $226,000, 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 Inc.’s discretionary employee stock programs. Employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit award recommendations, and can purchase Apple Inc. stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple Inc.’s Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Participation in Apple Inc.’s discretionary stock programs is governed by Apple Inc.’s stock plans and agreements and are not part of local employment contracts or compensation.

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 and compensation 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. Apple provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. Apple is a drug-free workplace.