The role is focused on conducting vulnerability research on Apple software, firmware, and hardware components. The team is dedicated to safeguarding Apple products, including iOS and macOS, by evaluating their security. Team members will analyze and exploit vulnerabilities to enhance system security. This position requires strong technical skills and a passion for securing systems.

• Proven experience in vulnerability research and binary exploitation
• Excellent understanding of common vulnerability classes and exploitation techniques
• Creative and effective problem-solving and analytical skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent knowledge of the security architecture of at least one complex operating system
• Experience with reverse-engineering tools such as IDA Pro or Ghidra
• Familiarity with tool development using programming languages such as C, C++, Python, Swift, or Objective-C

• Conduct vulnerability research on Apple software, firmware, and hardware components
• Analyze and exploit vulnerabilities in various Apple products
• Collaborate with diverse teams and vendors to enhance product security
• Evaluate the security of iOS and macOS, including kernel and user-land
• Safeguard Apple products by identifying vulnerabilities proactively

• 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.