Software Development Engineer - Security, Enterprise Technology Services

Apple Inc.; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Apple Inc. in Austin, TX, is seeking a Software Development Engineer - Security to help build scalable server-side security services for device activation and privacy across Apple’s product lines.

You’ll work in JMET within IS&T, partnering with cross-functional teams to design, implement and audit high-volume, low-latency backend systems with a focus on security and reliability. Join a fast-paced team delivering critical services that support activation of Apple devices worldwide and privacy

Qualifications

• Experience with object-oriented design in Java and building backend services.
• Strong knowledge of Spring Boot and scalable RESTful APIs.
• Experience with relational and NoSQL databases and high-volume systems.
• Familiarity with testing frameworks and code audits.

Responsibilities

• Develop secure, scalable server-side software for device activation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to capture requirements and design solutions.
• Ensure low latency, high throughput, and robust security controls.
• Participate in code reviews and maintain quality through tests.

Skills

Java

Spring Boot

RESTful APIs

Distributed systems

Unit testing

Communication skills

Education

BS/MS in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Maven

Gradle

Git

Oracle

Cassandra

Job description

Software Development Engineer - Security, Enterprise Technology Services

Austin, Texas, United States Software and Services

Imagine what you could do here. At Apple, new ideas have a way of becoming extraordinary products, services, and customer experiences very quickly. Bring passion and dedication to your job and there's no telling what you could accomplish. 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

• Object-oriented programming and design experience, including Java.
• Experience with Spring Boot and Microservices specifically building scalable RESTful API.
• Experience with relational databases and NoSQL databases, like Oracle and Cassandra.
• Well understanding with application design, development, and integration of high volume/low latency server applications
• Experience with automated testing methodologies and frameworks — JUnit, Mockito or TestNG is a plus.
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with event stream systems and asynchronous backend services — Kafka or Rabbit is a plus.
• 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.
• BS/MS in Computer Science or related field
• 3+ years of experience in backend system
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret production logs and traffic patterns

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