Security Software Engineering Manager - Systems & Kernel

  • Cupertino, CA
  • Posted 47 days ago | Updated 1 day ago

Overview

On Site
USD 190,700.00 - 329,600.00 per year
Full Time

Skills

Hardening
Wholesale
Collaboration
Art
Software engineering
Groupware
Operating systems
Recruiting
Management
Software security
Conceptual design
Testing
Leadership
Creative problem solving
Continuous improvement
Security engineering
Roadmaps
Payments

Job Details

Summary

The SPEAR team in Apple's Security Engineering & Architecture organization is hiring a collaborative system software engineering manager with a drive to improve the security of end user devices.SPEAR is a dedicated team of software engineers who work on security hardening across all of Apple's operating systems. We operate as a tiger team to do hands-on work deploying security improvements wherever they are most needed. These improvements range from surgical adoptions of memory safety technologies to wholesale refactors that reorient key system components to build security into the core. Our work results in significant improvements to the security of Apple's products without compromising the stability and performance over a billion users rely on every day. As an engineering manager in SPEAR you will lead projects in collaboration with other teams across the lower levels of Apple's software stack to harden the security of our operating systems. Your team will deliver well-designed, robust, and maintainable system software features that meaningfully improve end user security. As a leader in a growing organization, you will hire and develop talented engineers who will help set the standard for cross-functional collaboration and engineering excellence.As a result of the collective effort of dedicated engineers like yourself, Apple's products are the most secure consumer devices on the market. Our mission is to continue to advance the state of the art of end user security. Our goal isn't simply to be the most secure: we're working to ensure the safety of every user's digital life, even against the most malicious and well-resourced adversaries.

Description

As a software engineering manager in SPEAR, you will:Lead and manage a team of collaborative software engineers improving the security of critical low-level operating system software.Grow the team by hiring and developing top engineering talent at all experience levels.Manage ambitious software security projects through their entire lifecycle including concept, design, implementation, testing, and handoff phases.Foster a collaborative team culture, leading by example to approach every challenge as an opportunity to deepen mutual understanding and respect through creative problem solving.Drive continuous improvement within the team, analyzing every project for improvement opportunities and following through to ensure they are implemented.Partner with other security engineering leaders to develop your team's roadmap and respond to emerging threats.

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 $190,700 and $329,600, 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.
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