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 Apple Store 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. The Flash Storage Software team works with hardware, silicon, and software partners to develop firmware for SSDs and embedded flash solutions across a wide range of Apple's products. We make extensive use of telemetry and vertical integration with frameworks and Apple File System to optimize our architecture and algorithms for Apple's customers across performance, reliability, durability, and time-to-market. Description An SSD firmware engineer in this role is expected to design systems, analyze performance, partner with validation teams, and implement new algorithms to deliver best-in-class storage solutions for Apple's products. In this role you will: Develop NAND flash management software Architect highly integrated storage solutions Deliver in short product cycles with high expectations of reliability Work with cross-functional teams to improve integration of storage subsystem and operating systems Debug storage-related issues across hardware, drivers, and applications Minimum Qualifications * 7+ years experience in storage-related software * C programming * Data structures and algorithms design/analysis * Firmware / embedded development * OS fundamentals * Cross functional experience Preferred Qualifications * NAND flash / FTL * Python * C++ * File systems * ARM 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 $175,800 and $312,200, 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.