Wi-Fi Software Engineer - Frameworks

Cupertino, California, United States Software and Services

As Wi-Fi team member, you’ll be responsible for crafting, developing and optimizing Wi‑Fi networking subsystem software across Apple products including iPhone, Mac, Apple Watch and Apple TV. You will also be working across software stacks (Frameworks and API, UI, OS services, and drivers) to maintain and productize features collaboratively with the hardware and software teams within all of Apple.

You will own, drive and execute the full software development cycle - from the ideation, design, implementation, to testing and measuring the success of the feature you develop. You will make intelligent compromises between several contradictory factors such as ease of use, performance and efficiency.

• You are passionate, inquisitive, and seek to tackle everyday problems in innovative ways
• You build partnerships and work collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives
• You have a BS degree in Computer Science or equivalent field
• You have proven knowledge of data structures and their applications
• You have experience developing software using Objective‑C/Swift, or Java or C/C++
• You have experience with UNIX systems with a deep understanding of operating systems including process, file systems and memory management
• You have a strong understanding of networking and TCP/IP suite of protocols
• You have excellent analytical, problem‑solving skills, programming and debugging skills
• You have hands‑on development and troubleshooting expertise. e.g., GDB, shell scripting, packet tracing (tcpdump, Wireshark)

• You have experience developing inter‑process communication libraries
• You have knowledge of IEEE 802.11/Wi‑Fi protocols and standards (802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax)
• You have experience developing on Apple platforms (Xcode)
• You have experience with secure coding practices to prevent vulnerabilities such as buffer overflows, use‑after‑free flaws
• You thrive in a collaborative environment and can clearly communicate while driving multiple projects across teams
• You enjoy taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm

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 $147,400 and $272,100, 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.

Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote 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.

Apple accepts applications to this posting on an ongoing basis.