Vulnerability Researcher - Offensive Security for iOS/macOS

Apple, Inc.; Zürich; On-site; CHF 130,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Apple is seeking security researchers to advance the defense of iOS, macOS and hardware. You will perform vulnerability research on software, firmware and hardware and help identify and exploit flaws to improve product security.

The role emphasizes strong technical skills, clear communication, and collaboration with teams across Apple to translate findings into safer designs. Experience with reverse engineering tools such as IDA Pro or Ghidra and languages like C, C++, Python, Swift or

Qualifications

• Proven experience in vulnerability research and binary exploitation.
• Excellent understanding of common vulnerability classes and exploitation techniques
• Creative & effective problem-solving and analytical skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Responsibilities

• Conduct vulnerability research on Apple software, firmware and hardware components.
• Analyze and exploit vulnerabilities to assess security posture.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve product security.
• Demonstrate vulnerabilities to drive secure design.

Skills

Vulnerability research

Binary exploitation

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Tools

IDA Pro

Ghidra

C

C++

Python

Swift

Objective-C

Job description

Apple is seeking security researchers to advance the defense of iOS, macOS and hardware. You will perform vulnerability research on software, firmware and hardware and help identify and exploit flaws to improve product security.

The role emphasizes strong technical skills, clear communication, and collaboration with teams across Apple to translate findings into safer designs. Experience with reverse engineering tools such as IDA Pro or Ghidra and languages like C, C++, Python, Swift or