Software Engineering Manager, Security, SEAR

Apple Inc

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Work type
On-site
Location
Cupertino, CA
Salary
$198,300–$342,800 / yr
Posted
52 days ago

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Above market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $188k
This role $271k
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This role pays more than 95% of similar roles. Most pay $154,250–$222,000 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $271k versus about $188k for comparable roles.

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About Apple Inc

Apple Inc. is a multinational technology company known for designing and manufacturing consumer electronics, software, and online services, including the iPhone, Mac, iPad, and App Store. Industry: Consumer Electronics & Software

Apple Inc currently has 1723 open roles on FindRole.

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TL;DR · Software Engineering Manager, Security, SEAR

As a Software Engineering Manager within Apple’s Security Engineering & Architecture organization, you will lead the Data Protection team responsible for securing on-device content across various Apple products. Your role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to design and implement robust security solutions that balance usability, performance, and security while working closely with Silicon Engineering to integrate new hardware advancements. You will establish best practices in software assurance, enhance developer experiences, and anticipate evolving threats to ensure customer data safety. The ideal candidate has a strong background in operating systems internals, applied cryptography, and programming languages such as C, C++, Objective-C, and Swift, along with experience leading security teams and delivering high-quality products under tight deadlines.

What you'll do

  • Lead the design and development of Data Protection technologies for Apple products.
  • Define and implement security solutions that balance ease of use, performance, and security.
  • Collaborate with Silicon Engineering to integrate new hardware and products securely.
  • Create industry-leading practices in software assurance and developer experience.
  • Anticipate and mitigate evolving threats and vulnerabilities proactively.
  • Build robust recovery mechanisms to safeguard customer data effectively.

What we're looking for

  • 5+ years experience leading security or software engineering teams
  • Proven ability to coach team members and build partnerships across departments
  • Track record of successfully shipping customer-facing security technologies
  • Expertise in operating systems internals and systems programming
  • Strong understanding of applied cryptography, access control, and security mechanisms
  • Programming proficiency in C, C++, Objective-C, or Swift

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