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Posted via Apple Careers

Senior Software Engineer, Wallet Identity Server

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Posted Aug 4, 2026

Role at a glance

Salary
Not Disclosed
Location
Austin, Texas, United States
Work arrangement
On-site
Employment
Full-time

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About the role

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Summary

Join us in building the future of digital identity! With IDs in Wallet, users can use their IDs in person, in app, and on the web. We build the backend systems that make this possible.

Description

Our services sit between Apple Wallet and digital credential issuers like state and national governments. We work at the intersection of distributed systems and cryptography, implementing cutting-edge identity features while maintaining the highest levels of security and user privacy. We're actively contributing to and shaping the digital identity ecosystem through standards like ISO 18013/23220, ICAO 9303, and the W3C Digital Credentials API.

Responsibilities

Design, build, and operate high-quality backend services using Java and Kotlin on AWS
Architect scalable solutions leveraging technologies like Temporal, Redis, and distributed databases
Work with identity standards including ISO 18013/23220, ICAO 9303, and the W3C Digital Credentials API
Collaborate cross-functionally with technical and non-technical experts across Apple
Work closely with iOS engineers to prototype, build and test new features and ideas
Drive the complete development lifecycle through design, implementation, testing, and release
Mentor team members and provide technical leadership
Navigate complexity by distilling ambiguous requirements into clear, actionable solutions
Participate in on-call rotations to ensure service reliability

Minimum Qualifications

7+ years of professional software development experience
Experience architecting, developing and maintaining scalable distributed systems
Demonstrated experience in technical leadership and team mentorship

Preferred Qualifications

Experience developing and launching web services with Java and/or Kotlin. Spring Boot experience is a plus.
Hands-on experience with AWS services such as S3 and DynamoDB
Familiarity with workflow orchestration tools (Temporal or similar)
Track record of designing, building, and documenting client-facing and server-facing APIs using REST and/or gRPC
Experience with observability tools (e.g. Prometheus, Grafana, OpenTelemetry, Datadog).
Experience with full lifecycle of software development, including design, architecture, development, testing and maintenance
Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure as code.
Knowledge of security fundamentals such as certificates, PKI, signing and encryption. Experience implementing features with them is a plus!

Application Deadline

Apple accepts applications to this posting on an ongoing basis.

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About the company

Apple

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Apple Inc. is a global technology company known for its innovative products and services, including the iPhone, iPad, Mac computers, and Apple Watch. Founded in 1976, Apple has continuously pushed the boundaries of design and functionality, earning a reputation for high-quality consumer electronics and software solutions like iOS and macOS. With a strong commitment to user experience and privacy, Apple also leads in digital services, offering platforms such as the App Store, Apple Music, and iCloud. The company's focus on sustainability and corporate responsibility further enhances its standing as a leader in the technology sector.