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Apple is looking to grow its Debug Technologies team. We’re focused on in-system debugging and failure observability solutions for current and future Apple platforms spanning iOS, Mac, and future products. We’re looking for Software and Firmware Engineers with operating systems experience who are interested in working hands on, across the Core OS software stack.
What is the primary mission of the Core Operating Systems group at Apple and what role does it play in enhancing user experiences?
Introduction:
Guests, we would like to thank you for taking the time to speak with us today about the Core Operating Systems group and debugger technologies team at Apple. Can you briefly introduce yourselves and your roles at the company?
Guest 1: I am Sarah, a software engineer in the Core Operating Systems group at Apple. My role is to work on the integration of hardware, software, and apps into a single Apple experience for our users.
Guest 2: Hi, I’m Jack, a firmware engineer in the debugging technologies team. My main responsibility is ensuring that our systems are debuggable and fail-safe, allowing us to identify and resolve issues quickly.
Section 1: Overview of the Core Operating Systems Group
Interviewer: Can you provide an overview of the Core Operating Systems group and its mission?
Guest 1: Sure! The Core Operating Systems group is responsible for developing the operating systems that power all Apple devices. Our goal is to create seamless user experiences across all of our platforms, including iOS, macOS, watchOS, and tvOS. We work closely with other teams within Apple to ensure that each device is optimized for the user experience.
Guest 2: That’s right. We focus on building operating systems that are deeply integrated with the hardware they run on. We want to create a unified experience for users that feels natural and intuitive, regardless of which device they’re using.
Interviewer: That sounds interesting. Can you give us an example of how the Core Operating Systems group collaborates with other teams at Apple?
Section 2: Core Operating Systems and Debugging Technologies
Interviewer: What does a typical day look like for each of you as software and firmware engineers in this group?
Guest 1: As a software engineer, my day involves working with other teams to ensure that the operating system is functioning as expected and addressing any issues that may arise. This involves coding, collaborating with other engineers, and working to improve system performance and reliability.
Guest 2: As a firmware engineer, my day is focused on debugging our systems and ensuring they are fail-safe. This involves analyzing logs, writing code to test the system, and working with hardware teams to identify potential issues. It’s important to have a deep
