Software Development Engineer in Test - Platform System Validation
Job Description
SummaryPosted: Aug 21, 2024
Weekly Hours: 40
Role Number:200562490
Do you have a strong interest in low level firmware and operating systems? A desire to work on complex software features, driving a high standard of quality into Apple's products? The Core OS Platform Enablement & Quality organization is looking for a talented and passionate software engineer to join the Platform System Validation team. As a critical member of the team, you will be focusing on software technologies in low-level firmware and Apple silicon domains. Your responsibilities will span across all phases of software delivery of Apple's products, from early design to product launch and beyond. You'll become intimately familiar with one or more major technologies, taking on responsibilities of test, framework and tool development, along with influencing design decisions.
Description
Devise a testing strategy for one or more major SOCs and products, focusing on low-level firmwares, silicon features, and boot loader technologies. Gain a deep understanding of the design, requirements and architecture. Influence inclusion of testability into the software design. Develop and automate system-level tests focused on software stress and stability. Define and drive quality metrics to track progress and improvements. Collaborate cross-functionally with System, Quality Engineering and development teams. Assess and represent end-user impact of issues, shaping key product decisions. Explore novel approaches to create new test frameworks, automation and infrastructure to streamline testing.
- Experience in software development and test
- Skilled in testing embedded systems and firmware
- Familiarity with computer architecture and operating systems concepts
- Demonstrate strong critical thinking, debugging and troubleshooting skills
- Excellent collaborative and communication skills
- Knowledge of C / C++ and Python programming
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in CS, CE, EE or equivalent industry experience
- Familiarity with low-level firmware concepts. Exposure to HW bring-up
Pay & Benefits
- 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 $135,400 and $250,600, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.
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.
Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.
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