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Systems Software Engineer, Core OS

San Diego, United States of America💼 Full-time🗓 2026-08-08 → 2026-09-28

Core

Build middleware frameworks and daemons for Apple's firmware update solutions to keep iOS and macOS devices current and reliable.

Role type

Systems Software Engineer (Core OS)

Builds

Firmware update solutions, daemons, and frameworks for iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, and Mac

Domain

Consumer electronics / Operating Systems

Required skills

C programming, OS fundamentals, production-level software design, low-level programming, I/O protocols (USB, Bluetooth, Ethernet, Inductive)

Preferred skills

Objective-C, Swift, kernel familiarity, analytical thinking

Technologies

C, Objective-C, Swift

Responsibilities

Develop new features and drive incremental improvements to existing systems, Maintain and evolve the existing code base, Triage and resolve incoming issues, Build and strengthen cross-functional partnerships across engineering teams

Seniority

Mid-level, hands-on IC

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