Secure IPC Manager- Core OS

Apple Inc.; Cupertino, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 206,000 - 356,000; Full time

Job summary

Apple Inc. in Cupertino, California seeks an exceptional software engineering manager to lead a team focused on secure IPC technologies across Apple’s OS.

This role spans confidential, early-stage initiatives foundational to the security of iPhone, iPad, Mac, Watch, Apple TV, and Vision Pro. You will own the technical direction, deliver multiple concurrent initiatives, and collaborate with security, kernel, and platform teams to build a roadmap shaping next-generation security architecture while

Qualifications

• B.S. in Computer Science or equivalent experience.
• Experience managing a systems software or infrastructure engineering team.
• Direct experience with low-level systems software, IPC mechanisms, or security-critical infrastructure.
• Deep understanding of operating system fundamentals.
• Proven track record of successful and timely delivery of complex systems software.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, able to tailor messaging for technical and non-technical audiences.

Responsibilities

• Leadership and management of a team of engineers building secure, low-level communication infrastructure in a fast-paced environment.
• Ownership of the technical direction and delivery of multiple concurrent engineering initiatives.
• Working with cross-functional and cross-organizational teams — including security, kernel, and platform architecture groups.
• Building a technical roadmap that will help influence Apple's next-generation security architecture.
• Creating and promoting an engineering culture that encourages innovation while maintaining high standards for quality and productivity.
• Identifying and mitigating technical and resourcing risks across all initiatives owned by the team.
• Balancing priorities and staffing across multiple projects at different stages of maturity.
• Strengthening the team by hiring and retaining top engineering talent.

Skills

C programming

Swift

Objective-C

C++

UNIX systems

IPC mechanisms

Education

B.S. in Computer Science or equivalent experience

Job description

Cupertino, California, United States Software and Services

The Core OS software team is looking for an exceptional software engineering manager to lead a team focused on secure inter-process communication (IPC) technologies for Apple's operating systems. This team is responsible for the design, development, and evolution of next-generation secure communication mechanisms that underpin trust boundaries across Apple's platforms. The team's work spans multiple confidential, early-stage engineering initiatives that are foundational to the future security and integrity of iPhone, iPad, Mac, Watch, Apple TV, and Vision Pro product lines. This role requires close collaboration with security, kernel, and platform teams to ensure these technologies are robust, performant, and ready to support Apple's OS roadmap.

Description

Leadership and management of a team of engineers building secure, low-level communication infrastructure in a fast-paced environmentOwnership of the technical direction and delivery of multiple concurrent engineering initiativesWorking with cross-functional and cross-organizational teams — including security, kernel, and platform architecture groupsBuilding a technical roadmap that will help influence Apple's next-generation security architectureCreating and promoting an engineering culture that encourages innovation while maintaining high standards for quality and productivityIdentifying and mitigating technical and resourcing risks across all initiatives owned by the teamBalancing priorities and staffing across multiple projects at different stages of maturityStrengthening the team by hiring and retaining top engineering talent

Responsibilities

• Minimum Qualifications
• B.S. in Computer Science or equivalent experience
• Experience managing a systems software or infrastructure engineering team
• Direct experience with low-level systems software, IPC mechanisms, or security-critical infrastructure
• Deep understanding of operating system fundamentals
• Proven track record of successful and timely delivery of complex systems software
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, able to tailor messaging for technical and non-technical audiences

Minimum Qualifications

• Deep understanding of the C programming language
• Knowledge of Swift, Objective-C, or C++
• Knowledge of compiler design, implementation, or toolchain development
• Experience with UNIX systems and low-level IPC primitives
• History of shipping complex initiatives on schedule despite ambiguous or shifting requirements
• Skilled at running effective status reviews, escalations, and alignment meetings across teams

Preferred Qualifications

• Deep understanding of the C programming language
• Knowledge of Swift, Objective-C, or C++
• Knowledge of compiler design, implementation, or toolchain development
• Experience with UNIX systems and low-level IPC primitives
• History of shipping complex initiatives on schedule despite ambiguous or shifting requirements
• Skilled at running effective status reviews, escalations, and alignment meetings across teams

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 $206,200 and $356,400, 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
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