Kernel Software Development Engineer, Core OS

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Apple

Cupertino

On-site

Posted March 27, 2026

Job Description

Summary

Apple is where individual imaginations gather together, committing to the values that lead to great work. Every new product we build, service we create, or experience we deliver is the result of us making each other’s ideas stronger. That happens because every one of us shares a belief that we can make something wonderful and share it with the world, changing lives for the better. It’s the diversity of our people and their thinking that inspires the innovation that runs through everything we do. When we bring everybody in, we can do the best work of our lives. Here, you’ll do more than join something — you’ll add something.

Description

As part of the Core Operating System team, your challenge is to ignite the full power of Apple hardware for demanding user experiences while operating elegantly within tightly constrained environments. Following a security and safety first mindset, you'll design and implement kernel separation technologies that enable a safe, secure and high-performance experiences across Apple's product line. This posting is for an existing opportunity at Apple. For postings in Ontario, qualified candidates can expect a hiring rate up to the midpoint of the pay range. On an exceptional basis, candidates with significant experience and skills for the role may be paid up to the range maximum.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent professional experience Experience with memory management, process isolation and privilege separation Strong experience developing software for embedded systems with resource constraints (CPU and memory) Excellent problem-solving abilities and attention to detail Ability to collaborate across teams Proficient with C

Preferred Qualifications

Excellent understanding of operating system kernel internals and architecture Low-level systems experience such as device driver development, board support packages, or CPU/SoC architecture work Experience with virtualization technologies Experience in embedded firmware development and real-time operating systems Certification experience (Security, Safety or general ISO certification) is a plus