AI Software and Security Engineer

Summary

Come change the world with us! This job is about designing and building the next generation of internal AI-based software development tools for Apple, with a focus on ease of use and security. The tools we make accelerate the pace of development for tens of thousands of engineers who ship to the billions of Apple devices in the world.

Our team cares deeply about providing Apple’s customers with the highest standard in security and privacy on our products. We build large-scale systems that automate workflows for vulnerability discovery in Apple software.

Here are examples of the kinds of projects you will be working on with us:

• Create an investigation platform a teams of malware or security analysts
• Build a developer‑facing platform for automatically analyzing bugs and code reviews using AI
• Implement security analysis fuzzing infrastructure with 100k parallel nodes
• Keep business‑critical systems running with maximal automation and minimal human intervention

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or 3 year’s of equivalent practical experience
• 5 years of experience with Python, Go, Swift, or C/C++

• Experience developing new projects, understanding users’ needs, and designing against that
• Experience designing, building, and running complex distributed systems
• Excellent skills in Python, Java, or Go
• Experience with operating services you developed, including deployment automation and rollback strategies
• Creative, critical and independent thinking capabilities and troubleshooting skills
• Effective communication of complex technical concepts
• Track record of shipping customer‑facing services or products
• Passionate about engineering perfection, performance, and quality
• Enthusiasm for new technologies and growth
• Requirement for on‑call rotation, which includes weekends

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 $181,100 and $318,400, 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.

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.

Apple accepts applications to this posting on an ongoing basis.