The role involves defining the architecture and overseeing the operation of distributed web services that enforce security policies for Apple products. You will be part of the Platform Architecture group, which connects hardware, software, and servers into a unified system. The team is dedicated to improving the security of Apple's advanced consumer devices, ensuring the trust of millions of customers. This position requires collaboration across multiple disciplines to drive continuous security improvements.

• BS in EE/CE/CS or a related relevant field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 10+ years of relevant industry experience.
• Experience with secure boot and establishing hardware roots of trust.
• Experience designing, developing, and deploying secure web services and scalable infrastructure for highly available applications.
• Knowledge of cryptographic principles such as symmetric vs asymmetric crypto, encryption vs authentication, and PKI frameworks.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.

• Define the architecture for distributed web services that enforce security policies.
• Oversee the operation of security measures for the development, manufacture, deployment, and operation of Apple products.
• Perform critical analysis of security properties across hardware, software systems, and web service architectures.
• Drive cross-functional initiatives and provide architectural guidance to teams.
• Collaborate with Infrastructure, Privacy, Safety, Service, Manufacturing, Software, and Product Development teams.

• 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.