Systems Engineer, Platform Architecture

Apple is a global technology company that designs, manufactures, and sells consumer electronics, software, and services.
$143,100 - $264,200
Embedded
Mid-Level Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
3+ years of experience
Hardware

Description For Systems Engineer, Platform Architecture

Join Apple's Platform Architecture group as a Systems Engineer, where you'll be at the forefront of connecting hardware and software into unified systems. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work with world-leading silicon engineering teams on next-generation chips that impact millions of users worldwide.

The position combines hardware and software engineering expertise, requiring you to design and develop new technologies for interfacing software with hardware prototypes. You'll collaborate across multiple teams, including software, design verification, and silicon validation, to deploy and transfer cutting-edge technology.

As a Systems Engineer, you'll be responsible for supporting various groups in both existing and new technology development. The role demands strong technical skills in C/C++, threading/concurrency concepts, scripting (Python, Lua), and hardware description languages (SystemVerilog/VHDL). Your experience with FPGA design and industry standard protocols will be valuable in creating robust hardware-software interfaces.

The compensation package is competitive, ranging from $143,100 to $264,200 base salary, complemented by Apple's comprehensive benefits including medical coverage, retirement benefits, and equity opportunities through stock programs. You'll also have access to educational reimbursement to support your professional growth.

Working at Apple's Cupertino location, you'll be part of a team that values innovation, attention to detail, and excellence in engineering. This role offers the perfect blend of technical challenges, leadership opportunities, and the chance to contribute to products used by millions of customers worldwide. The position requires occasional travel to development groups in the US and overseas, adding a dynamic aspect to your career growth.

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Responsibilities For Systems Engineer, Platform Architecture

  • Design and develop new technologies for interfacing software to hardware prototypes
  • Work with software, design verification and silicon validation teams
  • Support various groups in the use of existing and development of new technology
  • Work independently and lead deliverables to different teams
  • Utilize excellent communication, analytical and documentation skills
  • Occasional travel to development groups in the US and overseas

Requirements For Systems Engineer, Platform Architecture

Python
  • BS with background in both software and hardware engineering
  • Experience programming in C/C++
  • Experience with threading/concurrency programming concepts
  • Strong scripting skills (Python, Lua)
  • Strong skills in SystemVerilog / VHDL
  • Strong debugging skills in both hardware and software
  • FPGA design experience
  • Knowledge of industry standard protocols (PCI, AXI, etc.)
  • Experience with internal customer support

Benefits For Systems Engineer, Platform Architecture

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
401k
Equity
Education Budget
Relocation Benefits
  • Comprehensive medical and dental coverage
  • Retirement benefits
  • Employee stock programs
  • Discretionary restricted stock unit awards
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan with discount
  • Educational expense reimbursement
  • Discretionary bonuses
  • Relocation benefits

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