Sr. Software Engineer, Security Server Applications, Enterprise Technology Services

Summary

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Joint Mobile Engineering Team (JMET) is an unusual security engineering group within Apple’s IS&T Group. We provide critical services for the company across every product line. From manufacturing to customer facing, our services span across the entire lifecycle of most Apple hardware. We are responsible to design, implement and support the ongoing need to improve customer safety and privacy by providing security services that are tightly coupled with hardware. It includes developing server-side solutions needed to activate Apple devices worldwide or contributing to Apple’s pioneering efforts in eSIM. We work closely with several cross functional teams within Apple as well as carriers and other third parties.

Many of our services are seen in iOS Security Guide or publicly discussed on internet forums.

As an engineer, you will participate in initiatives that are important to the success of upcoming product launches and product security initiatives. You will also work with large cross functional teams to align the expectations and validate work you're doing.

Description

Do you love building highly scalable, distributed server applications? Would you like to work in a fast-paced environment where your technical abilities will be challenged on a day to day basis? Do you want your work to make a difference in the lives of millions of people?

If so, we are looking for a skilled engineer to work on server-side software development. This software enables Apple to further improve features of current and future products. It requires an understanding of various security
concepts and design patterns to produce high-quality, highly scalable multi-tenant applications that can adapt to changing business needs. You will work with partners, project managers, and cross-disciplinary 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.

Minimum Qualifications

6+ years of Experience with application design, development, and integration of high volume/low latency server applications
Strong object-oriented programming and design experience, including Java.
Experience with Spring Boot and Microservices specifically building scalable RESTful API.
Well versed with relational databases and NoSQL databases, like Oracle and Cassandra.
Experience with event stream systems and asynchronous backend services — Kafka or Rabbit is a plus.
Understanding of PKI, X.509, ASN.1, key exchange protocols, and authentication protocols
Experience with automated testing methodologies and frameworks — JUnit, Mockito or TestNG is a plus.
Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in the wireless industry, or practical experience and a demonstrated interest in client/server development that involves iOS or other mobile platforms, would serve to set you apart.
Knowledge of C is a plus.
Familiarity with build tools such as Maven or Gradle.
Familiarity with version control systems such as Git.
Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret production logs and traffic patterns
Experience with Java and Unix performance monitoring and tuning

Pay & Benefits — Sunnyvale, California, United States

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 $184,700 and $277,600, 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.

Application Deadline

Apple accepts applications to this posting on an ongoing basis.