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Apple is hiring a mid-level Application Security Engineer based in Sunnyvale, CA. The posting calls out experience with Java, Swift, Data Structures, Security and roughly 2+ years of relevant work.

Role: Application Security Engineer
Function: security
Level: mid
Track: Individual contributor
Location: Sunnyvale, CA
Experience: 2+ years
Department: Software and Services
Posted: Mar 26, 2026

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Develop and maintain mission-critical security server applications for Apple's hardware provisioning, certification, and secure update systems. Requires 2+ years shipping critical security systems, proficiency in Java/Swift, and strong cryptographic knowledge including PKI, x.509, and authentication protocols.

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Job description

from Apple careers

Join us at the heart of Apple’s security ecosystem! JMET develops custom server side security solutions which enable Apple to meet the security and privacy objectives for all products. Our services are responsible for establishing hardware root of trust, System and Module provisioning and certification, Secure Software Update, and Secure Repair initiatives to name a few. Every product that we manufacture, minus soft goods, interacts with one or more JMET services during its lifecycle.
We are looking for a proficient Security Server Application Engineer to join a new project team and work on our next exciting initiative. The ideal candidate is a strong programmer with demonstrated track records working on mission-critical security systems. This role involves a blend of technical acumen and collaborative skills, as you’ll work with a diverse set of cross functional teams. This role also requires the candidate to provide operational support and occasional travel when need arises.
<h3>Minimum Qualifications</h3>2+ years of relevant industry experience in the US, shipping critical deliverables
Proficiency in Java and Swift or other object-oriented languages and accompanying frameworks
Solid understanding in cryptographic primitives, such as PKI, ASN1, x.509, authentication protocols, key exchange protocols, and PQC algorithms
Outstanding verbal and written communication skills
<h3>Preferred Qualifications</h3>Proven track records in designing, leading and shipping mission-critical security service in Java or Swift that runs at a global scale
Proven track records in leading large cross-functional teams in mission-critical initiatives
Proven track records in designing, implementing, and supporting large scale security systems that are in production today
Proven track records in presenting to senior leadership and executives, ability to read the room and represent project team appropriately