Security Software Engineering Manager - Systems & Kernel

$190,700 - $329,600/Yr

Apple - Cupertino, CA

Full-time - Manager

Cupertino, CA

Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing

About the position

The SPEAR team at Apple is seeking a collaborative system software engineering manager to enhance the security of end-user devices. This role involves leading a dedicated team focused on security hardening across all of Apple's operating systems, ensuring significant improvements in security without compromising stability and performance. The manager will oversee projects that deliver robust system software features aimed at improving user security and will be responsible for hiring and developing talented engineers to foster a culture of collaboration and engineering excellence.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of software engineers focused on improving the security of low-level operating system software.
• Grow the team by hiring and developing top engineering talent at all experience levels.
• Manage software security projects through their entire lifecycle, including concept, design, implementation, testing, and handoff phases.
• Foster a collaborative team culture and approach challenges as opportunities for creative problem solving.
• Drive continuous improvement within the team by analyzing projects for improvement opportunities and ensuring implementation.
• Partner with other security engineering leaders to develop the team's roadmap and respond to emerging threats.

Requirements

• Experience leading a low-level system software team developing kernel, device driver, firmware, or hypervisor software with stringent security requirements.
• Hands-on experience with low-level software development.
• Deep understanding of operating system fundamentals.
• Understanding of software security principles.
• Knowledge of hardware and CPU architecture.
• Proven track record of owning and leading successful delivery of software projects.

Nice-to-haves

• Bachelor of Computer Science or equivalent skills and work experience.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical and dental coverage
• Retirement benefits
• Discounted products and free services
• Reimbursement for certain educational expenses, including tuition
• Discretionary bonuses or commission payments
• Relocation assistance