Job Details

Embedded Software Developer - Wireless Technologies and Ecosystems (WTE)

San Diego, California, United States

Software and Services

Summary

Posted: Jul 02, 2025

Role Number: 200611359

Do you have a passion for invention and self-challenge? The people here at Apple don’t just build products — they build the kind of wonder that’s revolutionized entire industries. It’s the diversity of those people and their ideas that encourages the innovation that runs through everything we do, from amazing technology to industry-leading environmental efforts.

Join our Wireless Technology Ecosystem (WTE) team and drive innovation that matters! We build and seamlessly integrate technologies that enrich people’s lives and deliver the absolute best user-experience.

If you're passionate about Embedded Security Development and want to work on the world's most groundbreaking mobile payment systems, then we may have the job for you.

Description

As an Embedded Software Developer, you will work on implementing existing and new features for Apple products including Apple Pay. In this role you will have an impact on new Payment, Transit and Access solutions and new verticals around the planet.

Minimum Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in software development with a focus on Secure Element and JavaCard and related technologies.

• Relevant knowledge of payment protocols and Global Platform functionalities.

• Proven experience with Access/Transit and Identity applications.

• Meaningful experience with interacting with TSM for JavaCard applet provisioning.

• Good understanding of various cryptographic algorithms ( RSA, DES, AES, SHA256, etc.).

• Familiarity with various security defense mechanisms in SE.

• Knowledge of ISO14443 application layer and Global Platform/EMV standards.

• Bachelor or master’s degree in computer science, computer engineering, electrical engineering, or equivalent experience.

• Experience with object-oriented languages, such as C++, Java or Python.

Preferred Qualifications

• Excellent problem solving and intuitive debugging skills.

• Comfortable working with technical specifications.

• Enthusiastically passionate and inquisitive, and seek to solve everyday problems in innovative ways.

• Ability to work collaboratively with multiple teams.

• Laser-focused on the smallest details that are relevant to our customers.

• Eager to tackle new challenges.

• Exposure to Swift, Objective-C, iOS and MacOS.

• Experience with firmware level of debugging.

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 $171,600 and $302,200, 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. (https://www.apple.com/careers/us/benefits.html)

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 seek to promote 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 (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf) .

Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote 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 (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf) .

Apple will not discriminate or retaliate against applicants who inquire about, disclose, or discuss their compensation.

Apple participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations as required by law.Learn more about the E-Verify program (https://www.apple.com/jobs/pdf/EverifyPosterEnglish.pdf) .

Apple is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with physical and mental disabilities. Reasonable Accommodation and Drug Free Workplace policy Learn more .

Apple is a drug-free workplace. Reasonable Accommodation and Drug Free Workplace policy Learn more .

Apple will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable law. If you’re applying for a position in San Francisco, review the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance guidelines applicable in your area.

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.