The role is part of Apple's Platform Architecture group, which focuses on integrating hardware, software, and servers to enhance security for consumer devices. The team aims to establish trust in Apple's products by implementing robust security measures throughout their lifecycle. The position is ideal for an engineer with extensive hands-on experience in secure systems who is looking to transition into an architectural role. The primary focus is on defining architecture and overseeing the operation of distributed systems that enforce security policies.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related engineering degree.
• 10+ years of relevant industry experience.
• Experience applying security practices to the design, development, or operation of production services.
• Experience with common programming languages such as Python or Go.
• Knowledge of cryptographic principles and technologies such as authentication and authorization, key management, TLS, certificate lifecycle management, secure boot, and PKI.
• Experience with systems programming languages such as C or C++.

• Define the architecture for distributed systems that enforce security policies.
• Oversee the operation of systems that drive continuous security improvements for Apple products.
• Conduct security architecture reviews and threat modeling to identify vulnerabilities.
• Design and develop secure services and scalable infrastructure for highly available applications.
• Track emerging security trends and incorporate them into PKI architecture and signing policy.

• 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.