Software Development Engineer_

San Diego

Software Development Engineer

San Diego,California,United States

Hardware

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**Description**

APPLE INC has the following available in San Diego, California. Design and develop firmware for haptics user feedback system on Apple devices. Write quality firmware to support haptics (tactile feedback) to ensure excellent user experience across multiple Apple devices. Work with cross functional teams to ensure that the firmware is written in a way that follows the expectations of the controls experts, testing leads, etc. Document firmware and associated tools clearly to ensure cross-functional HW/FW/SW teams are able to understand both functional specifications and requirements all well as architectural and design intent. Consistently communicate with team peers and management for alignment on work items, due dates, priorities, etc. Write clean, easy to understand, robust, and sustainable code tailored for embedded systems. Negotiate, specify and document communication protocols, system states, and Firmware/Software feature requirements with the Software team and help select microcontrollers. Define power management strategies to ensure minimal current draw, in order to prolong battery life and maximize device operational capacity. Review schematics with the Hardware team to ensure that all devices are connected correctly to facilitate optimal communications efficiency, power draw, PCB size, and BOM cost. International travel required 5%. 40 hours/week. 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 $146,328 - $198,100/yr and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. PAY & BENEFITS: Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple’s discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple’s Employee Stock Purchase Plan. 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: pple.com/careers/us/benefits.html. Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program. Apple is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We also take affirmative action to offer employment and advancement opportunities to all applicants, including minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities.

**Minimum Qualifications**

+ Master’s degree or foreign equivalent in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science or related field and 2 years of experience in the job offered or related occupation.

+ 1 year of experience with each of the following skills is required:

+ C or C++ Electrical engineering

+ Communications bus protocols

+ Oscilloscopes or logic analyzers

+ Signal Processing

+ Control Theory

+ User Experience Design

**Key Qualifications**

**Preferred Qualifications**

+ N/A

**Education & Experience**

**Additional Requirements**

+ Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant. (eoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088\_EEOC\_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf)

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