Modem Firmware DevOps Engineer

Posted: 27 Mar 2024

Role Number:200544994

Do you have a passion for invention and self-challenge? As part of an extraordinary modem team, you’ll craft sophisticated groundbreaking embedded firmware that deliver more performance in our products than ever before! We’ll work across subject areas to transform improved hardware elements into a single, coordinated design. Join us, and you’ll help us innovate new wireless systems technologies that continually outperform the previous iterations. By collaborating with other product development groups across Apple, you’ll push the industry boundaries of what wireless systems can do and improve the product experience for our customers across the world! As a Staff Modem Firmware DevOps Engineer, you will be at the center of the embedded 5G/4G/multimode cellular physical layer firmware effort within a silicon design group responsible for crafting and productizing powerful cellular SoCs. This position requires someone comfortable will all aspects of embedded firmware verification and integration, that thrives in a wide-ranging multi-functional organization, is not afraid to debate ideas openly, and is flexible enough to shift on constantly evolving requirements.

Key Qualifications

BS and 10+ years of relevant industry experience.
Experience using version control systems like Git or Perforce with a large code base.
Strong knowledge of Gerrit, GitLab, and Git Hub-associated CI extensions.
High proficiency in Groovy and Jenkins pipelines.
Proficiency with Python and Shell Scripting.
Deep understanding of verification, quality assurance, and release flow,
Experience debugging and building automation on Linux/Unix/MacOS environments.
Proven knowledge of Make and CMake and exposure to modem build systems like Bazel.
Familiarity with the configuration of Docker images and deployment in Kubernetes in on-prem or commercial cloud environments.
Experience with automated testing on virtual platforms and hardware devices.
Knowledge of web API development and dashboards in Splunk or Tableau is a plus.

Description

You will work with hardware and software and firmware teams to maintain several compiler and linker options in a complex build system, on-device testing infrastructure, CI pipelines, and associated reporting and automation layers to tie everything together!

Education & Experience

BS and 10+ years of relevant industry experience.

Additional Requirements

Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We also take affirmative action to offer employment and advancement opportunities to all applicants, including minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities. Apple will not discriminate or retaliate against applicants who inquire about, disclose, or discuss their compensation or that of other applicants.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

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 $161,700.00 and $284,900.00, 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.

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.