Standards Architect - Apple Pay

Apple Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 175,000 - 313,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Standards Architect to influence product development and ensure compliance with evolving industry standards. This role offers the chance to work at the forefront of digital credentials, contributing to the design and roadmap of internal products while aligning with global regulatory frameworks. You'll collaborate across teams to anticipate shifts in regulations, ensuring interoperability and best practices. With a competitive salary range and comprehensive benefits, this position is ideal for those passionate about shaping the future of identity and access management in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical and dental coverage

Retirement benefits

Employee stock purchase plan

Tuition reimbursement

Discretionary bonuses

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in digital credentials and cybersecurity standards.
• Familiarity with OpenID specifications and ISO/IEC standards.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to industry standards bodies to shape digital credential protocols.
• Translate evolving standards into product requirements.

Skills

Digital Credentials

Identity Management

Cybersecurity Standards

Protocol Development

Technical Writing

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science

Information Security

Tools

OpenID

OAuth 2.0

ISO/IEC Standards

Job description

New York City, New York, United States Software and Services

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Description

We’re looking for a Standards Architect with a strong product influence playing a dual role: contributing to the development and adoption of industry standards (e.g. OpenID, FIDO, W3C, ISO/IEC), while actively shaping the design and roadmap of internal products. You'll ensure that evolving products are interoperable, future-proof, and aligned with global regulatory, technical, and trust frameworks. You'll be contributing to the global evolution of digital credentials while ensuring our internal systems align with best practices and compliance requirements.KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:- Participate in and contribute to industry standards bodies (e.g., OpenID Foundation, FIDO Alliance, W3C, ISO/IEC) to help shape the technical direction of digital credential and security protocols.- Translate evolving standards into product requirements and influence roadmap decisions to ensure compliance and competitive differentiation.- Act as a liaison between our engineering, product, and compliance teams, aligning standards work with product strategy and customer needs.- Anticipate regulatory and industry shifts to inform product planning and technical architecture early.- Develop conformance and interoperability strategies for digital credentials, wallet, and identity systems.- Provide technical guidance on standards implementation, trust frameworks, and interoperability testing.- Document and communicate implications of new and emerging standards to technical and executive stakeholders.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in digital credentials, identity, access management, cybersecurity standards, and protocol development.
• Familiarity with OpenID specifications, OAuth 2.0, and associated security models.
• Solid understanding of ISO/IEC standards related to information security (18013-5, etc.).
• Experience working with or within standards bodies (e.g., OpenID Foundation, IETF, ISO/IEC, W3C).
• Excellent writing skills for technical and policy documents.
• Ability to travel as this position will require domestic and international travel up to 2 times per quarter.

Preferred Qualifications

• Active contributor to standards organizations (e.g., published drafts, working group participation).
• Experience implementing identity federation or single sign-on (SSO) solutions.
• Knowledge of compliance frameworks like NIST, or GDPR in relation to identity standards.

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 $175,800 and $312,200, 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.

Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant .

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