Core OS Software Engineer - USB4/Thunderbolt

Summary

Are you a big-picture thinker 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.

By crafting these distinct, holistic user experiences, you'll continue to uphold and advance the excellence people expect from Apple devices!

In Core I/O, we're revolutionizing connectivity by pushing the boundaries of I/O technology to deliver incredibly fast data transfer, seamless device integration, and the magical user experiences our customers love across Mac, iPad, and beyond.

About the role

Weʼre looking for a motivated engineer with excellent programming, problem solving, and communication skills to join our experienced team. As a USB4 and Thunderbolt software engineer, you'll be at the forefront of implementing industry standard protocols that power everything from pro video workflows to everyday file transfers. Join the team responsible for shipping code that runs on nearly every Apple product, and collaborate with brilliant engineers to unlock the potential of the USB4 ecosystem.

Responsibilities

• Develop new, innovative Apple products across a fast-paced roadmap.
• Influence the definition of Apple Silicon and hardware, implementing new features and supporting product bring-up.
• Contribute to USB4 and Thunderbolt kernel driver extensions across Appleʼs operating systems.
• Build breakthrough capabilities like RDMA over Thunderbolt, enabling distributed AI inference across clusters of Thunderbolt-connected Macs.
• Implement new features and enhancements in software as the specifications evolve over time.
• Debug, root cause, and develop solutions to enhance the USB4 and Thunderbolt customer experience.
• Collaborate with vendors to drive improvement of the USB4 and Thunderbolt ecosystems, and to ensure interoperability with Appleʼs solutions.

Minimum Qualifications

• Strong expertise in C and C++ programming languages.
• Strong understanding of computer science fundamentals, with expertise in operating systems and device driver models.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science/Computer Engineering, or equivalent experience/skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Expertise in Thunderbolt and/or USB4.
• Expertise in related technologies, e.g. USB, USB-C, USB-PD, DisplayPort, and/or PCI.
• 2+ years of relevant industry experience in software development.
• Development experience in IOKit/macOS/iOS, or equivalent OS driver environment.
• Experience debugging and contributing to complex technology stacks.
• Experience using logic analyzers, protocol analyzers, or oscilloscopes for data collection and debugging.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently.