The Workload Identity team at Apple Services Engineering Security is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to enhance security practices related to identity management for software applications and services. This role focuses on creating fundamental security services and addressing identity challenges on a large scale. The engineer will influence security protocols and guide engineering teams in adopting secure practices. Candidates should possess a blend of technical expertise, security knowledge, and experience in large-scale operations.

• 7+ years of software development or production operations experience in a large-scale environment
• 5+ years of experience writing production code in Golang
• Proven experience building and operating large scale, highly available, distributed, and fault tolerant systems
• Excellent understanding of operating systems concepts including multi-threading, memory management, networking and storage
• Experience with Kubernetes, Docker, and containerization
• Knowledge of securing APIs, including input validation, authentication, and authorization mechanisms for RESTful and gRPC APIs
• BS/MS in Computer Science or equivalent experience
• Knowledge of policy-based authorization mechanisms and engines
• Knowledge of authentication mechanisms, including OAuth and JWT
• Familiarity with incident response processes
• Knowledge of cryptographic algorithms and protocols for securing data
• Hands-on experience with systems, including the ability to configure and troubleshoot system initialization processes

• Define, advocate, and drive the adoption of a standardized set of minimum security requirements
• Monitor progress on the implementation of security protocols
• Guide engineering teams in incorporating secure practices and tools into their development processes
• Influence the future of security protocols within the organization

• Employees at Apple are often offered comprehensive benefits that support physical and mental well-being—flexible medical plans, confidential counseling, onsite wellness centers at major campuses, and resources for fitness and daily life. Families typically receive fertility support, paid parental leave with gradual return, caregiving leave, and dependent-care guidance, while financial perks commonly include stock grants (with purchase discounts), 401(k) matching, and income-protection coverage. Employees also see robust time off, Apple University learning and tuition reimbursement, donation matching and paid volunteer hours, and deep product and partner discounts.