> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/140024-compiler-security-engineer-c-c-languages-runtimes](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/140024-compiler-security-engineer-c-c-languages-runtimes). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md).

---

# Compiler Security Engineer - C/C++, Languages & Runtimes

- **Company:** Apple Inc.
- **Location:** Cupertino, CA, United States
- **Salary:** $147,400.0 - $272,100.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** C++ (Programming Language), Compilers, Software Debugging, Programming Tools, Open Source Technology, Information Technology, Build Tools, Programming Languages
- **Published:** May 27, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=fe92975a0de7d2fb

## About the Role

Do you have experience in System security?, Do you have a Bachelor's degree?, Experience working across organizational boundaries.

Knowledge of LLVM/Clang or open source development

Knowledge of security mitigation and exploitation techniques

Passion for improving compilers and developer tools

Patient, user-focused decision-making

Strong communication and teamwork skills

Positive and respectful attitude in a diverse environment

If possible, we'd love to see an example of your relevant work, such as a personal project or open source contribution

Minimum Qualifications

Expertise in compiler design and implementation

Ability to write secure and high performing code with C/C++

Knowledge of memory safety and security

B.S. in Computer Science or equivalent experience; advanced degrees welcome

## Description

The Security Tools team at Apple is looking for software engineers to develop secure language features for C/C++ and enhance security features in the Clang compiler. Clang is a core part of Apple's developer tools, used internally to build Apple's software stack and externally by millions of developers, and is open source, powering the broader ecosystem. Your work will help eliminate entire classes of vulnerabilities at the language level, protecting billions of devices., In this position, you will develop security-oriented language features for C/C++ in the Clang compiler to improve security of Apple platforms. You will work with security engineers and operating system engineers across Apple to help shape the future of our platform, languages and tools. You will be involved in all aspects of taking a language feature from concept and implementation to deployment. You will have the opportunity to understand and improve the interplay between the compiler, the operating system, and other developer tools such as build systems, debuggers, and source editors.

You will also be an active contributor to the Clang/LLVM open source project and interact with the open source community and various programming language communities.

Here you'll find that we:

 * Offer a peaceful work environment where you can choose when to socialize and when to close your office door and concentrate.

 * Provide technical guidance, software architectural review, and mentorship.


## Related Videos

- [Passive ARM Assembly Skills for Debugging, Optimization (and Hacking)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1083-passive-arm-assembly-skills-for-debugging-optimization-and-hacking)
- [AI Pair Programming with GitHub Copilot at SAP: Looking Back, Looking Forward!](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1546-ai-pair-programming-with-github-copilot-at-sap-looking-back-looking-forward)
- [Modern Data Architectures need Software Engineering](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1030-modern-data-architectures-need-software-engineering)
- [Just-in-time Compilation in JVM](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/240-just-in-time-compilation-in-jvm)
- [Building a Compiler with C#](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/116-building-a-compiler-with-c)
- [Security Blindspots and How to Learn About Them - Anna Oliveira](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1754-security-blindspots-and-how-to-learn-about-them-anna-oliveira)

## Related Articles

- [Dev Digest 120 - Apple and peers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/455-dev-digest-120-apple-and-peers)
- [Dev Digest 134 - Where pixels sing?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/477-dev-digest-134-where-pixels-sing)
- [Dev Digest 138 - Are you secure about this?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/486-dev-digest-138-are-you-secure-about-this)
- [9 Ways to Make Money Hacking](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/333-9-ways-to-make-money-hacking)
- [Dev Digest 121 - AI goes offline](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/456-dev-digest-121-ai-goes-offline)
- [Dev Digest 131 - AI'm not sure about OSS](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/472-dev-digest-131-ai-m-not-sure-about-oss)