Product Security Software Engineer

We are seeking a skilled systems engineer to design, develop, and maintain automated security vulnerability detection and remediation systems. This role combines software engineering expertise with security domain knowledge to build scalable automation and AI-driven solutions, directly impacting the protection of billions of users across a growing product ecosystem.

You will join an intrepid team of engineers and partners building the future of Product Security! Your role will focus on some of our most ambitious security automation efforts. The ideal candidate will be responsible for a mixture of our core work: assessing security vulnerabilities, along with tool development to optimize our business operations. This will include contributions to our tool suite which supports our external security submission portal, our triage and routing tools, and our AI frameworks which power operations in security engineering and across the company.

• Design and develop AI-powered security vulnerability detection, analysis, and remediation tools including automated scanners and exploit analysis systems
• Build innovative automation frameworks (like Interlinked) to discover security bugs, triage vulnerabilities, and scale security operations across platforms
• Adapt cutting-edge AI capabilities to critical security use cases, including: function calling, anomaly detection, and intelligent vulnerability prioritization
• Collaborate cross-functionally with security researchers, engineering teams, and peer tech leads to integrate these solutions into existing workflows and drive AI adoption
• Deliver high-quality production tools using modern deployment practices (Kubernetes, Docker) while maintaining exceptional standards for security-critical systems

Key Qualifications

• BS/MS in Computer Science, Engineering, Cybersecurity or related technical field, or equivalent industry experience
• Strong proficiency in one or more programming languages (Python, Swift, or C/C++) for building robust security automation systems
• Familiarity with common AI capabilities, such as function calling, and their application to security use cases
• Experience with production deployment using containerization, CI/CD pipelines, and monitoring tools
• Proven ability to analyze and investigate security issues through systematic approaches and tooling
• Understanding of security principles including vulnerability classes, exploit techniques, and common attack vectors
• Excellent communication skills for collaborating across diverse technical teams and stakeholders

Additional Requirements

• Experience developing or leveraging security tools such as fuzzers, static/dynamic analyzers, or vulnerability management platforms
• Field experience in vulnerability research, incident response, or security operations
• Track record of shipping tools to large user bases in enterprise environments

At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $147,400 and $272,100, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

Employees also have the opportunity to become a shareholder through participation in discretionary employee stock programs. Employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in the Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You’ll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career, reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation. Learn more about Benefits.

Note: Benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.

Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant.