Software Engineer- AirPod Tools

The Audio Products Firmware team at Apple is seeking an experienced Software Engineer to join their team in developing testing pipelines and tooling for Apple's consumer audio products, particularly AirPods. This role offers a unique opportunity to have a significant impact on Apple's audio product development.

As a Software Engineer on the team, you'll be responsible for architecting and maintaining tools and scripts that support firmware development for Apple's cutting-edge audio technologies. The position requires deep technical expertise in DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and embedded systems tools, combined with strong communication skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams.

The ideal candidate brings 5+ years of DevOps/backend experience, with particular strength in CI/CD pipelines and hardware testing automation. You should be comfortable working with embedded systems tools and frameworks, and have experience deploying Kubernetes clusters in production environments. Knowledge of Python, Ruby, or similar scripting languages is essential, as is familiarity with C/C++ for embedded systems work.

This role offers competitive compensation ranging from $135,400 to $250,600 base salary, plus additional benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, stock options, and educational support. You'll be working at Apple's San Diego location, contributing to products used by millions while collaborating with world-class engineers.

The position combines technical challenges with real-world impact, requiring someone who can balance independent work with team collaboration. You'll be instrumental in improving development efficiency and maintaining high quality standards for Apple's audio products. This is an excellent opportunity for a senior engineer looking to work on consumer products at scale while pushing the boundaries of audio technology.