Job Details

HW/SW Interface Software Engineer

Cupertino, California, United States

Hardware

Summary

Posted: Jun 11, 2025

Role Number: 200608814

Join Apple’s Silicon Technologies group and help develop innovative solutions that drive the seamless integration of hardware and software. In this role, you will contribute to building the technology that powers Apple’s products—ensuring they deliver the performance, reliability, and user experience loved by millions around the world. You’ll work at the intersection of hardware and software, solving complex challenges in a highly collaborative and uniquely Apple environment.

Description

In this highly visible and cross-functional role, your responsibilities will include:

• Collaborating with internal hardware design teams and the broader software organization to enable co-development and integration.

• Defining and evolving an IP-XACT-compatible register description format.

• Designing, developing, and maintaining robust, scalable, and intelligent HW/SW interface tools and infrastructure.

• Automating data exchange pipelines to enhance collaboration across Apple

Minimum Qualifications

• Experience in C++ and Python

• Experience with software engineering best practices (e.g., unit testing, version control, CI integration)

• Experience with hardware development fundamentals and chip design concepts

• Minimum BS and 3+ years of relevant industry experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with IP-XACT, SystemRDL, or other hardware register description standards

• Comfortable developing in macOS and Linux environments

• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and automated build systems

• Proven ability to work collaboratively across hardware and software teams

• Strong communication skills and ability to articulate technical and architectural concepts

• Understanding of RTL development and design verification methodologies

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. (https://www.apple.com/careers/us/benefits.html)

Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.

Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote 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 (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf) .

Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote 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 (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf) .

Apple will not discriminate or retaliate against applicants who inquire about, disclose, or discuss their compensation.

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