Firmware Engineer - Instrument Engineering

A global technology company that designs and produces consumer electronics, software, and services.
$175,800 - $312,200
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Senior Software Engineer
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5,000+ Employees
3+ years of experience
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Description For Firmware Engineer - Instrument Engineering

Apple's Instrument Engineering team is seeking a Firmware Engineer to join their elite group of engineers who design and develop precision RF and Analog Test Equipment. This role is crucial in creating testing solutions for Apple's flagship products including iPhones, iPads, Macs, and Watches. The position offers an opportunity to work with cutting-edge wireless technologies including 5G, WiFi, Bluetooth, mmWave, UWB, and NFC.

As a Firmware Engineer, you'll be working with embedded systems running RTOS, Linux, and bare metal firmware on ARM processors. The role requires expertise in C/C++ programming and embedded systems development. You'll collaborate with a cross-functional team of RF system engineers, software engineers, DSP engineers, and FPGA designers to create innovative testing solutions.

The position offers a competitive compensation package ranging from $175,800 to $312,200, along with comprehensive benefits including medical coverage, stock options, and educational support. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced engineers who want to contribute to maintaining Apple's high standards of quality and precision in their testing equipment.

The ideal candidate will have an MS in Computer/Electrical Engineering with 3+ years of experience, strong embedded systems knowledge, and experience with various hardware interfaces. The role requires 10% international travel and offers the chance to work on products that directly impact the quality of Apple's globally renowned devices.

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Responsibilities For Firmware Engineer - Instrument Engineering

  • Work on next generation wireless communication products
  • Design and develop embedded software for platforms running RTOS, embedded Linux and bare metal firmware on ARM based processors
  • Collaborate with RF system engineers, software engineers, DSP engineers, FPGA logic designers and hardware engineers
  • Design and produce precision RF and Analog Test Equipment for calibrating and testing cellular, 5G, WiFi, BT, mmWave, UWB, NFC technologies

Requirements For Firmware Engineer - Instrument Engineering

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  • MS Degree in Computer/Electrical Engineering or similar degree with at least 3 years work experience
  • Experience designing embedded firmware in C and C++ on ARM processors
  • Recent development experience in 4 or more areas: Embedded Linux, RTOS, resource efficient firmware design, hardware driver development, IRQ handling, multi-core or multi-threaded software development
  • International travel of 10% is required

Benefits For Firmware Engineer - Instrument Engineering

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
401k
Equity
Education Budget
Relocation Benefits
  • Comprehensive medical and dental coverage
  • Retirement benefits
  • Employee stock programs
  • Educational expense reimbursement
  • Discretionary bonuses
  • Relocation benefits
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Discounted products and free services

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