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Apple

Systems Performance Architect

Beaverton, OR

$147K - $272K/yr

... the high-level Software APIs to the low-level micro-architectural details of the hardware ... As a member of the Workflow Engineering team, you will also be responsible for continuously ...

Apple

Systems Performance Architect

Beaverton, OR

$147K - $272K/yr

... the high-level Software APIs to the low-level micro-architectural details of the hardware ... As a member of the Workflow Engineering team, you will also be responsible for continuously ...

Infinity Solar

Software Developer Team Lead

Vancouver, WA

$121K - $152K/yr

The Software Developer Team Lead oversees the development team in all aspects of the software ... level. Collaborates with the development team to ensure requirements are met and delivered ...

Intel

Senior AI Software Architect - Runtime

Hillsboro, OR

$141K - $191K/yr

... Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, or a related technical field. * 5+ years of experience developing firmware, runtime, performance, or other low-level systems software for AI or accelerators ...

Trimble

Software Engineer

Lake Oswego, OR

A minimum of 2+ years of professional experience building and shipping enterprise-level software ... .NET Developer, C#, ProjectSight, AI-driven development, GitHub Copilot, JavaScript, SQL ...

Trimble, Inc.

Software Engineer

Lake Oswego, OR · On-site

A minimum of 2+ years of professional experience building and shipping enterprise-level software ... .NET Developer, C#, ProjectSight, AI-driven development, GitHub Copilot, JavaScript, SQL ...

Intel

Linux Kernel Engineer

Hillsboro, OR

... Developer responsible for developing, maintaining, and optimizing the core Linux kernel, device drivers, and low-level system software for bare metal and virtualized use cases. This role requires ...

Intel Corporation

Linux Kernel Engineer

Hillsboro, OR · On-site

... Developer responsible for developing, maintaining, and optimizing the core Linux kernel, device drivers, and low-level system software for bare metal and virtualized use cases. This role requires ...

Intel

GPU Software Development Engineer

Hillsboro, OR · On-site

As a GPU Software Development Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of Intel ... Debug and troubleshoot Linux kernel and system-level software issues. * Contribute to open-source ...

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As of Jun 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for low level software developer in Portland, OR is $118,612.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $95,400.00 and $137,900.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Systems Performance Architect

Systems Performance Architect

Apple

Beaverton, OR

$147K - $272K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Retirement

Posted 24 days ago

Apple rating

8.1

Company rating: 8.1 out of 10

Based on 661 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

6th of 30 rated technology retailers

Job description

The people here at Apple don’t just create products - they create the kind of wonder that’s revolutionized entire industries. It’s the diversity of those people and their ideas that inspires the innovation that runs through everything we do, from amazing technology to industry-leading environmental efforts. Join Apple and help us leave the world better than we found it. Are you up for the challenge?
Our System Performance Architecture group includes a team of interdisciplinary Performance Architects, Engineers, Software Engineers, and expert content creation Professionals who explore actual production workflows and everyday use cases to enhance and improve customer experiences on current and future systems.
Our team is collaborative, creative and passionate about what we do and the value we add in future product designs.
Come join us!
Description
As a System Performance Engineer, you will play a critical role in ensuring the performance excellence of Mac and iPad systems under development. You will be responsible for in-depth performance analysis of various workloads, from the high-level Software APIs to the low-level micro-architectural details of the hardware. Experience with system level performance spanning hardware (CPU, GPU, DRAM, storage), software (OS drivers, applications), and other system characteristics include thermals, power and acoustics is beneficial.
You will be in charge of presenting findings and providing insights to our executive leaders in cooperation with a vast network of cross functional partners on both the software, hardware and silicon teams.
As a member of the Workflow Engineering team, you will also be responsible for continuously curating and defining the selection of workloads of interest that represent our customers for various market segments, including but not limited to content creators, gamers, developers, and everyday consumers.","responsibilities":"
Preferred Qualifications
Masters Degree in EE/Computer Engineering and minimum of 10 years of experience in performance analysis across all of System Architecture
Experience in OS, drivers and framework development is a plus
Passionate about learning new things from deep technical topics to user workflows.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with multi-disciplinary teams.
Good communication and presentation skills
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in EE or Computer Engineering and 5+ years of industry experience in performance analysis across System Architecture
Hands-on experience in performance measurement, analysis, debug and optimization.
Experience with power and thermal management technologies and firmware.
Proficiency in C/C++ and Python and ability to learn new languages as needed
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 $147,400 and $272,100, 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
Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.

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Imagine what you could do here! At Apple, new ideas have a way of becoming extraordinary products, services, and customer experiences very quickly. Bring passion and dedication to your job and there's no telling what you could accomplish. Dynamic, intelligent people and inspiring, innovative technologies are the norm here. The people who work here have reinvented entire industries with all Apple Hardware products. The same real passion for innovation that goes into our products also applies to our practices strengthening our dedication to leave the world better than we found it.

Industry

Computer and electronic product manufacturing

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Cupertino, CA, US

Year founded

1976

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