Location
Cupertino, CA, United States
Posted
May 30, 2026
Job Description
**Weekly Hours:** 40
**Role Number:** 200651311-0836
**Summary**
The Darwin Scheduler team within Apple's Core OS organization is responsible for the delivery of a high-quality and performant kernel for every Apple product. Our software runs on your wrist in watchOS; in your pocket with iOS; on your desk in macOS; and on the high-performance systems driving the creative industry. The team focuses on key kernel technology areas such as CPU scheduling, power management, and threading models which are central to delivering industry-leading performance and battery life.
We are looking for a highly skilled Systems Engineer to join us in designing the next generation of Apple’s kernel scheduler. As one of the few vertically integrated systems shops remaining, our engineers have the unique opportunity to influence the entire stack—from silicon design to the behavior of the world's most advanced applications.
**Description**
As a Kernel Engineer on the Scheduler...
**Role Number:** 200651311-0836
**Summary**
The Darwin Scheduler team within Apple's Core OS organization is responsible for the delivery of a high-quality and performant kernel for every Apple product. Our software runs on your wrist in watchOS; in your pocket with iOS; on your desk in macOS; and on the high-performance systems driving the creative industry. The team focuses on key kernel technology areas such as CPU scheduling, power management, and threading models which are central to delivering industry-leading performance and battery life.
We are looking for a highly skilled Systems Engineer to join us in designing the next generation of Apple’s kernel scheduler. As one of the few vertically integrated systems shops remaining, our engineers have the unique opportunity to influence the entire stack—from silicon design to the behavior of the world's most advanced applications.
**Description**
As a Kernel Engineer on the Scheduler...