Core Audio Triage Engineer

Posted: 2025 年 3 月 12 日

Role Number:200573976

The Audio & Media Technologies (AMT) group is at the center of Apple’s innovative products, including the Mac, iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV, macOS, iOS, watchOS, tvOS and visionOS. AMT’s Core Audio team provides audio foundation for various high profile features like Siri, phone calls, Face Time, media capture, playback and API’s for third party developers to enrich our platforms. The team is seeking a triage engineer embedded in the Audio Hardware Abstraction Layer (HAL) team. As part of this team you’ll work cross-functionally to debug and investigate software issues, build tools, systems, and use engineering analysis to solve challenging problems.

Description

The Audio Hardware Abstraction Layer is the advanced software engine that conducts all audio I/O in Apple's operating systems. As a member of the talented and diverse Audio HAL team, you will be on the front lines ensuring quick resolution of bugs, debugging analysis and supporting the developer-facing APIs for both applications and drivers. You must be a self-starter with excellent communication skills, attention to detail and a knack for solving problems creatively. The fast-paced nature of the job requires that you be able to work well under pressure. We are seeking someone who is passionate about improving the quality of the audio experience for our customers and our developers.

Minimum Qualifications

3+ years of industry experience
Solid understanding of digital audio software and system
Development experience with Swift, Python, Javascript or other scripting/coding languages is key, preferably low-level experience with C/C++
Operating System and/or real-time systems understanding. Have great problem-solving skills, analytical, tools & development experience, and ability to evaluate and identify issues at a code level
Excellent written/verbal skills. Able to summarize key points and to work with others to cut through ambiguity and bring issues to resolution

Preferred Qualifications

BS or MS in CS, EE, or related work experience
Passion for digital audio

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 $115,700 and $204,000, 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. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant.

Core Audio Triage Engineer

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