System Performance Engineer Jobs

Summary

The Core Darwin team within Apple’s CoreOS organization is looking for an exceptional performance and kernel engineer to work on our state-of-the art operating systems for iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Mac, AppleTV, and several other "black box” secret projects. By working inside the core layers of Apple's operating systems, you will have the opportunity to have a major impact on the end user experience of all of Apple's consumer operating systems products. You’ll be working as part of a highly skilled engineering organization in the exploration, design, and implementation of new ideas that will drive the future of Apple’s technology and business.

In the Core Operating Systems group, you’ll ensure the OS is inseparable from each device’s identity as a whole. You will be part of a group 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 for iOS, macOS, watchOS, and tvOS, and uphold and advance the excellence people expect from Apple devices.

Key Qualifications

Advanced skills in C/C++

Strong understanding of OS architecture and performance fundamentals

Experience with kernel and low-level systems development

Familiarity with modern processor architecture (e.g. processor/memory hierarchy, performance counters, etc.)

Creative, critical thinking with strong design and analysis skills

Excellent collaborative skills including written and verbal communication

Description

- Work within a highly skilled engineering team to drive the performance, design and implementation of kernel and low-level OS technologies

- Drive performance analysis, design and development from the CPU up through Apps

- Work cross-functionally with HW design teams to identify and drive CPU improvements in support of OS performance

- Drive performance features and improvements across organizations that will surprise and delight our customers

Education & Experience

BS in Computer Science or equivalent experience/skills

Apple’s most important resource, our soul, is our people. Apple benefits help further the well-being of our employees and their families in meaningful ways. No matter where you work at Apple, you can take advantage of our health and wellness resources and time-away programs. We’re proud to provide stock grants to employees at all levels of the company, and we also give employees the option to buy Apple stock at a discount — both offer everyone at Apple the chance to share in the company’s success. You’ll discover many more benefits of working at Apple, such as programs that match your charitable contributions, reimburse you for continuing your education and give you special employee pricing on Apple products.

Apple benefits programs vary by country and are subject to eligibility requirements.

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. Apple is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with physical and mental disabilities. Apple is a drug-free workplace.

Additional Requirements

Performance introspection and tracing tools

Virtual memory / kernel scheduler design and performance

DTrace and LLDB

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 $130,000 and $196,500, 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.

Role Number: 200475257