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Core OS Software Engineer, Apple Intelligence Model Orchestration

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Apple

Core OS Software Engineer, Apple Intelligence Model Orchestration

Cupertino, CA

Summary

Posted: Sep 18, 2024

Weekly Hours: 40

Role Number:200568724

Are you a big-picture problem solver who loves setting ambitious goals? Do you have a passion for understanding how each line of code affects all the others? In the Core Operating Systems group, you'll ensure the OS is inseparable from each device's identity as a whole. That's because this group is committed to building fully integrated operating systems that combine hardware, software, and apps into a single Apple experience. Your dedication to cross-disciplinary collaboration will help develop groundbreaking technologies, such as iOS, macOS, watchOS, and tvOS. By crafting these distinct, holistic user experiences, you'll continue to uphold and advance the excellence people expect from Apple devices! The Core OS organization is seeking an extraordinary engineer to work on state-of-the art technology for macOS, iOS, tvOS and watchOS. You should have a strong understanding of operating system fundamentals and experience working throughout the stack. As a member of the team, you would participate in all stages of software development, from new feature design and implementation, to maintenance and bug fixing of released code. You will develop and improve unit tests and performance tests, and may also work on diagnosing and resolving customer reported issues.

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Description

You will primarily be responsible for daemons and frameworks that support functionality throughout the system. Specifically, this role involves working on daemons to support Apple Intelligence and the management of models for on-device inference. Previous experience with writing or maintaining daemons, libraries and command line tools on a UNIX platform is key. You should have excellent analytical skills and debugging experience. In addition to developing and maintaining individual projects, you will also be expected to provide design guidance and technical support and expertise to teams across the company.
  • Expert-level skills in C, Objective-C, or Swift
  • Strong understanding of OS architecture and systems programming fundamentals
  • Excellent written and verbal communication

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with daemon or library development
  • Creative, critical thinking and troubleshooting skills
  • Exceptional professionalism, with the ability to deliver solid work on tight schedules
  • A genuine passion for crafting compelling customer experiences
  • Proficiency in Python or other scripting languages
  • Development experience on macOS and/or iOS
  • Familiar with machine learning concepts
  • Familiar with cryptographic concepts and techniques
  • Familiar with Xcode

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 $143,100 and $264,200, 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.

More

  • 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.

Client-provided location(s): Cupertino, CA, USA
Job ID: apple-200568724
Employment Type: Other

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