Software Updates Engineer

Apple • Cupertino, CA

3d

About The Position

Apple is where individual imaginations gather together, committing to the values that lead to great work. Every new product we build, service we create, or Apple Store experience we deliver is the result of us making each other’s ideas stronger. That happens because every one of us shares a belief that we can make something wonderful and share it with the world, changing lives for the better. It’s the diversity of our people and their thinking that inspires the innovation that runs through everything we do. When we bring everybody in, we can do the best work of our lives. Here, you’ll do more than join something — you’ll add something. Join the team that keeps billions of Apple devices up to date with the latest operating systems! The Core Operating Systems Software Update team is looking for talented engineers with a deep understanding of computer architectures and a passion for reliability at scale. With a device population in the billions, even rare problems can impact millions of customers. If you’re excited by the challenge of solving complex problems at global scale, we’d love to hear from you.

Requirements

• C systems programming expertise
• Strong code reading and debugging skills, including post-failure analysis
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent experience

Nice To Haves

• Proficiency in Swift and Objective-C for on-device software
• Familiarity with Python for tooling, automation, and triage scripts
• Experience with LLDB or similar debuggers for on-device triage
• Familiarity with Xcode, large codebases, and complex build systems
• Knowledge of OS troubleshooting and Unix systems; experience with iOS, macOS, or other Apple platforms
• Experience working with telemetry systems (e.g. Splunk) and limited logging environments

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees