Research Tooling Engineer

Apple's Security Engineering and Architecture (SEAR) organization is seeking a talented Research Tooling Engineer to join their new team. This role represents an exciting opportunity to work at the intersection of cutting-edge security research and practical implementation at one of the world's most innovative technology companies.

The position involves developing sophisticated security tools and features that protect Apple's vast user base from advanced threats. You'll be working with deep hardware and OS integration, applying Apple's groundbreaking security research in practical ways. The role requires expertise in systems programming, security exploit analysis, and operating system internals.

As a Research Tooling Engineer, you'll be responsible for designing and implementing innovative approaches to detect and analyze vulnerabilities, malware, and exploits targeting Apple platforms. You'll need to balance security measures with user privacy and device usability, creating solutions that maintain Apple's renowned user experience while providing robust protection.

The role offers an excellent compensation package, including a competitive base salary range of $143,100 to $264,200, plus additional benefits such as stock options, comprehensive healthcare, and educational reimbursement. You'll be working in Apple's New York City location, collaborating with cross-functional teams including software engineers, hardware specialists, red teams, and malware analysts.

This is an ideal opportunity for a security-focused engineer who wants to make a significant impact on the safety and security of millions of Apple users worldwide. The position offers the chance to work with cutting-edge technology, contribute to large-scale projects, and be part of a team that bridges the gap between innovative security research and practical software engineering solutions.