Apple

Embedded Real Time Critical Control Firmware Engineer

Apple$120K — $160K *
Telecommunications & Hardware
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • BS in a relevant field with 10+ years of industry experience
  • Proficient in bare metal control firmware design for optimized performance
  • Deep understanding of firmware limitations versus software platforms
  • Experience managing complete firmware/software life cycles
  • Skilled in system-level architecture for embedded systems
  • Strong programming skills in C and C++, with knowledge of build and source control
  • Familiarity with machine learning principles and algorithms

Responsibilities

  • Design and implement high-efficiency algorithms for strict real-time applications
  • Integrate AI/ML methods to enhance productivity in firmware development
  • Architect complex system features leveraging advanced algorithms
  • Lead the delivery of firmware features throughout the development cycle
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to adapt to evolving requirements
  • Test and validate designs within constrained firmware environments
  • Experiment with generative AI in design and implementation processes

Benefits

  • Supportive and collaborative multi-functional work environment
  • Opportunity to work on cutting-edge 5G/4G cellular technology
  • Encouragement for open idea discussions and debate among team members
  • Flexibility to adapt to dynamic project requirements
  • Access to resources for developing AI and machine learning skills
Full Job Description
As an Embedded Firmware Engineer passionate about real time critical control on this team, you will be at the center of the embedded 5G/4G/multimode cellular firmware effort within a silicon design group responsible for crafting and productizing powerful cellular SoCs. This position requires someone comfortable with all aspects of embedded firm development, that thrives in a multifaceted multi-functional organization, is not afraid to debate ideas openly, and is flexible enough to shift on constantly evolving requirements.

Description

Design and implement algorithms using minimal memory and cycles with rigid real time deadlines. Use AI/ML as a tool for improved productivity and work on system architectures that implement algorithms using AI/ML principles.

Minimum Qualifications

BS and a minimum of 10 years relevant industry experience.

Experience with design and implementation of bare metal control firmware which is highly optimized for cycles and memory.

Deep understanding of the difference between design for a software platform and a highly constrained firmware environment.

Experience leading feature delivery for a complete firmware/software life cycle.

Experience architecting system level features.

Fundamental facility with C and C++, compilers, build and source code control tools.

Solid understanding of computer architecture with particular emphasis on the HW/SW interfaces of high-speed communication subsystems.

Some mainstream OS application-level development and Python or Perl scripting experience.

Strong foundation in Machine Learning and Deep Learning:

Experience with ML algorithms and deep learning architectures (e.g., CNNs, RNNs, Transformers).

Experience using generative AI as a tool for design and implementation.

Preferred Qualifications

Theoretical understanding of the implementation of AI/ML Algorithms:

In-depth knowledge of the mathematical foundations of various AI/ML algorithms and how to apply to parameter estimation algorithms.

Understanding of HW architectures and programming models for how to target algorithms to AIML acceleration HW.

Understanding of design for asymmetric multiprocessing solutions.

Understanding of 5G and 4G 3GPP protocols.

Some familiarity with wireless communications.

Experience with silicon prototyping, emulation systems, and virtual platforms.

Significant experience with memory constrained Real Time Operating Systems (RTOS) and concurrent programming.

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