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Staff Security Software Engineer

Apple

Apple

Software Engineering
Seattle, WA, USA
USD 171,600-302,200 / year + Equity
Posted on Feb 21, 2026
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We are the Apple Service Engineering (ASE) Security team. We are the team that secures the systems and infrastructure that fuel Apple’s services (such as iCloud, Apple Music, Apple Fitness, and Apple TV). We are the foundation on which Apple’s software developers build the products that our customers love. Our team is expanding and we are looking for a Staff Software Security Engineer to create next-generation security tools and services that safeguard Apple’s ecosystem.
This is a highly collaborative role where you will be working with teams across the Security and Engineering organizations to provide meaningful solutions to everyday problems. You'll spend 50% of your time hands-on coding while also architecting complex systems, mentoring engineers, and driving technical initiatives across the organization.
  • Architect and build distributed systems that scale to support Apple's development ecosystem
  • Lead technical initiatives from design through delivery, setting technical direction
  • Write high-quality, performant code to solve real-world security problems
  • Mentor and guide engineers & stakeholders through technical discussions, code reviews, and architecture decisions
  • Collaborate with Apple Information Security, embedded security teams, and engineering teams across Apple to deliver integrated solutions
  • Balance hands-on development with technical leadership responsibilities
  • Drive initiatives that improve security tooling, vulnerability management, and supply chain security
  • 10+ years of work experience in software or software security engineering
  • Experience architecting complex, distributed systems, service-oriented architecture, and leading technical initiatives
  • Experience with third party cloud platforms and operating services in a hybrid cloud environment
  • Highly proficient in Java or Go
  • Experience with AI powered coding tools and LLM assisted development workflows
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 $171,600 and $302,200, 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.

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.

Apple accepts applications to this posting on an ongoing basis.

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