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The Apple Service Engineering (ASE) team builds and provides systems and infrastructure that fuel Apple's services (such as Apple TV, App Store, Apple Music, Apple Fitness, iCloud, Siri, and Maps). We are the foundation on which Apple's software developers build the products that our customers love. Our services have to scale globally, stay highly available, and meet the high security expectations for our billions of customers. The Security team within ASE is seeking a strategic and hands-on Director of Software Engineering to lead our engineering teams in building secure, scalable, and high-performance security systems. The ideal candidate is a technical leader with a strong background in distributed systems, cloud security, and secure software development.

Description

As the Director of Software Engineering for ASE, you will lead and inspire a world-class team of software engineers to build and deliver secure solutions which underpin very large scale services at Apple. You will be a key member of the security leadership team, responsible for setting and executing the strategic vision for software security across all of Apple Services Engineering. You will ensure that security is a fundamental consideration in every aspect of our work, from the initial design of our systems to the deployment and the infrastructure that supports it.","responsibilities":"This is an opportunity to lead high-performing engineering teams in a security-first environment. You will work on cutting-edge technologies and complex security challenges, lead and mentor software engineering teams, fostering a culture of security, innovation, and operational excellence.

Preferred Qualifications

Ability to collaborate cross-functionally with program managers and engineering partners

Experience in influencing and driving key product innovations and opportunities across diverse stakeholders

Experience with open source development

Minimum Qualifications

15+ years of software security engineering experience, with 10+ years in leadership roles

Proven ability to scale engineering teams and deliver high-impact projects

Strong background in distributed systems and cloud-native architectures

Experience at various layers of the application stack, from system software to cloud applications

Deep knowledge of secure development lifecycle (SDLC) methodologies and secure coding practices

The ability to guide teams in integrating security and quality into development

Experience with cloud security (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and infrastructure as code

Deep knowledge of security frameworks and identity and access management

Pay & Benefits

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 $311,100 and $496,900, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple's discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple's 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 at Apple, 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 Apple Benefits

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

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Size: 10,000+ employees
Industry: Technology

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