DevOps Engineer for Embedded Systems
Apple
DevOps Engineer for Embedded Systems
Apple
Designs phones, computers and their operating systems
Our team is new, growing, and evolving quickly, and we are hiring across multiple disciplines. We work at the intersection of machine learning, hardware, and software, creating technologies that reshape how people communicate and experience the world around them in everyday life.
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field 7+ years of experience in a DevOps, build/release engineering, or automation-focused software role Hands-on experience designing and maintaining CI/CD pipelines (e.g. GitLab CI, GitHub Actions, Jenkins, or similar) for embedded systems Understanding of communication protocols and interfaces common in embedded systems (I2C, SPI, UART, CAN, etc.) together with HW debugging tools (logic analyzer) Experience in an embedded, firmware, or hardware-oriented development environment Strong scripting skills (Python, Bash, or equivalent) for automation Solid experience with Git and version control workflows Experience with build systems and compiled languages Good communication skills and the ability to collaborate closely with engineers to understand and solve their workflow needs Excellent problem-solving and debugging skills Experience with agile development methodologies A passion for building innovative products
Familiarity with hardware-in-the-loop testing, test automation frameworks, or lab automation Experience with embedded build systems Familiarity with containerization (Docker) and infrastructure-as-code concepts Knowledge of firmware deployment mechanisms: flashing tools, bootloaders, and OTA update systems Experience with cross-compilation toolchains and target/host build separation Familiarity with static analysis, code coverage, and quality tooling for C/C++ Experience managing self-hosted CI runners or physical test infrastructure Working knowledge of MacOS environments and command-line tooling Exposure to cloud platforms
We're looking for a DevOps Engineer to establish and grow the automation backbone of our embedded engineering team. In this role you'll build the CI/CD pipelines, build systems, and test automation that let our firmware, DSP & ML engineers ship faster and with higher confidence. This is a foundational, high-impact position: you'll shape how the team develops, tests, and releases embedded software from the ground up. Our team develops embedded software and firmware for edge devices. As the team scales, we need dedicated DevOps expertise to move us beyond manual builds and ad-hoc testing toward a fully automated, reproducible development workflow. You'll be the go-to person for everything related to development automation — from automating cross-compilation and firmware builds, to integrating hardware-in-the-loop testing, to setting up continuous integration that catches problems before they reach hardware. You'll work closely with embedded engineers to understand their pain points and remove friction from their daily work, and partner with the team leader to define the team's automation strategy. Because this is a new function on the team, you'll have significant ownership and influence over tooling and process decisions.
Design, build, and maintain CI/CD pipelines for embedded firmware and software (build, static analysis, unit/integration tests, artifact management, and release) Automate cross-compilation and build systems to produce reproducible, versioned firmware artifacts Set up and maintain automated test infrastructure, including hardware-in-the-loop test benches and simulation/emulation environments Manage and automate the firmware release and flashing/deployment process, including version control, signing, and OTA update pipelines where applicable Establish and maintain infrastructure for build agents and test rigs (self-hosted runners, containerized build environments, lab hardware) Introduce and enforce best practices for source control, branching, code review automation, and artifact/dependency management Improve developer experience by identifying bottlenecks in the development workflow and automating repetitive tasks Set up monitoring, logging, and alerting for build and test infrastructure to ensure reliability and fast feedback Document tooling, pipelines, and processes, and mentor engineers on automation practices
Apple designs and sells consumer electronics, from iPhone smartphones and Mac computers to tablets and wearable devices. Its operating systems manage apps and built-in functions for communication and work, while iCloud stores files and synchronizes data across devices. Customers buy additional digital services through subscriptions such as Apple Music and Apple TV, and developers distribute software through the App Store. Apple earns money from hardware sales, subscriptions and digital transactions, selling directly to customers and through retailers and mobile carriers around the world. It was founded in 1976 and has its headquarters in Cupertino, California.
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