Firmware Engineer/Architect for iPad/MacBook Displays

Apple is where individual imaginations gather together, creating innovative products and services that change lives for the better.
$166,600 - $296,300
Embedded
Principal Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
10+ years of experience
Consumer
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Description For Firmware Engineer/Architect for iPad/MacBook Displays

Apple's Display Silicon Architecture team is seeking a seasoned firmware engineer/architect to spearhead the development of next-generation displays for iPad and MacBook products. This role combines technical expertise with strategic thinking, requiring 10+ years of experience in embedded systems development. The position offers an opportunity to work at the intersection of hardware and software, developing innovative solutions for Apple's cutting-edge display technology.

The ideal candidate will collaborate with cross-functional teams, including silicon architects, electrical engineers, and software specialists, to design and implement firmware solutions that power Apple's display technologies. The role demands expertise in C/C++ programming, embedded systems, and various communication protocols, while emphasizing hardware-software integration and optimization.

Working at Apple means joining a company that values innovation, creativity, and technical excellence. The position offers comprehensive benefits, including competitive compensation ($166,600-$296,300), medical coverage, stock options, and educational support. This is an opportunity to contribute to products used by millions worldwide while working with industry-leading professionals in a dynamic, collaborative environment.

The role is based in San Diego, where you'll work on challenging technical problems and help shape the future of Apple's display technology. Success in this position requires a blend of technical depth, architectural thinking, and the ability to work effectively across teams to deliver high-quality solutions that meet Apple's exceptional standards.

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Responsibilities For Firmware Engineer/Architect for iPad/MacBook Displays

  • Work with display silicon architects, display electrical engineers, pixel pipeline, software and security architects
  • Model, prototype and guide HW/SW partitioning and interface definition
  • Define the FW/SW architecture
  • Implement and productize display firmware with emphasis on top-notch quality

Requirements For Firmware Engineer/Architect for iPad/MacBook Displays

Python
Linux
  • Bachelor's degree in EE/CS/CSE with a minimum of 10 years of professional experience
  • Experience developing firmware/software in C/C++ for ARM or similar embedded processors
  • Experience with hardware bring up and debug, low level firmware and driver development
  • Experience with interprocessor communication, interrupts, memory management, integrating sensors or non-volatile memory
  • Experience with various industry standard communication protocols such as I2C, SPI, UART, USB

Benefits For Firmware Engineer/Architect for iPad/MacBook Displays

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Education Budget
Equity
Relocation Benefits
  • Comprehensive medical and dental coverage
  • Retirement benefits
  • Discounted products and free services
  • Education reimbursement
  • Discretionary restricted stock unit awards
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Discretionary bonuses
  • Relocation benefits

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