Senior Software Developer in Test - Embedded Sensors QE, Core OS
- Location
- Cupertino, United States of America
- Level
- Senior
- Experience
- 5+ years
- Education
- Bachelor's degree
- Job function
- Electrical Engineering › Electronics & Hardware › Embedded Software Engineer
Posted Nov 7, 2026Last confirmed open Nov 7, 2026
About this role
Join the team responsible for ensuring the highest quality for technologies at the heart of products known to surprise and delight our customers.
The Embedded Sensors Quality Engineering team owns and drives the excellence of quality for the Always On Platform (AOP) which enables multiple features - from driving motion sensors like accelerometers, gyroscopes and IMUs to detecting “Hey Siri” and more on all Apple products like the iPhone, Apple Watch, AirPods and Apple Vision Pro and more!
This is a highly entrepreneurial team, always looking for innovative ways to improve status quo and solve difficult problems in new and better ways. You will work in a fast paced environment, interacting directly with development teams within the organization as well as cross-functional teams.
The nature of the position requires excellent communication skills, strong technical and debugging skills, and a drive to make a difference.
5+ years of experience with testing or debugging embedded systems or device drivers. Strong understanding of software test and validation methodologies Solid OS fundamentals Programming experience with C/C++, Python and Shell scripting Strong verbal and written communication skills Bachelor’s degree in CS/CE/EE (or equivalent, or related field)
Experience with developing, testing or debugging device drivers, firmware, other low level software, embedded systems or sensors
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- Have you previously worked at Apple?
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