Software Engineer - Security Server Applications

Summary

Do you want to help build some of the largest and most consequential enterprise and customer technology systems in the world? Join Apple’s Information Systems and Technology (IS&T) organization. IS&T is the engine behind everything Apple does for customers and for the people who build for them. It’s Apple’s central nervous system. Supporting 2.5 billion active Apple devices, processing billions of secure transactions, and keeping the technology that defines modern life running flawlessly, IS&T makes the impossible feel effortless. Do you love building solutions to handle global complexity and immense scale? Imagine what you could do here. Enterprise Technology Services (ETS) is part of IS&T and delivers global-scale platforms and services that keep Apple's operations secure and running. The team manages identity, device security, and anti-abuse platforms — covering everything from manufacturing and repairs to software updates and activations. ETS also oversees supply chain, manufacturing, and partner integration platforms, protecting data on more than 2.5 billion devices worldwide. And when Apple prepares for a global product launch, ETS owns the systems that ramp factory production — managing serial numbers, network credentials, and verified software.

Minimum Qualifications

Experience in programming with a focus on developing high quality, robust and high available software solutions Deep programming expertise in Java and the J2EE stack, including Spring Security, Hibernate/JPA, REST API development, React.js and microservices-based design. Ideally 4–8 years of proven experience in Java and J2EE development, including Security Engineering Understanding of PKI, X.509, ASN.1, key exchange protocols, and authentication protocols Good understanding of various distributed system concepts, Oracle, Kaea and caching. Strong foundation in developing and integrating ML and generative AI models Experience with Linux/Unix platforms and proficiency in scripting languages such as Python, Perl, and Bash.

Preferred Qualifications

Ability to work independently and collaborate well within a distributed team environment Outstanding verbal and written communication skills

Description

We are looking for a motivated and talented software engineer to work on server-side security software development in the distributed database environment. This software enables Apple to further improve the security features of current and future products. It requires a deep understanding of various security concepts and design patterns to produce high-quality, highly scalable multi-tenant applications. You are also expected to work with partners, project managers, and cross-discipline teams to understand and capture requirements. Lastly, you should be passionate about writing good quality code and appropriate to go through the scrutiny of detailed audits.