> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/281593-ai-software-and-security-engineer-sear](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/281593-ai-software-and-security-engineer-sear). 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). --- # AI Software and Security Engineer, SEAR - **Company:** Apple Inc. - **Location:** Cupertino, CA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $181,100.0 - $318,400.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Artificial Intelligence, C++ (Programming Language), Code Review, Distributed Systems, Python (Programming Language), Software Tools, Information Technology, Deployment Automation - **Published:** May 29, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=fd376e7e1452822d ## About the Role Do you have experience in Tooling?, Do you have a Bachelor's degree?, Experience developing new projects, understanding users' needs, and designing against that Experience designing, building, and running complex distributed systems Excellent skills in Python, Java, or Go Experience with operating services you developed, including deployment automation and rollback strategies Creative, critical and independent thinking capabilities and troubleshooting skills Effective communication of complex technical concepts Track record of shipping customer-facing services or products Passionate about engineering perfection, performance, and quality Enthusiasm for new technologies and growth, Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or 3 year's of equivalent practical experience 5 years of experience with Python, Go, Swift, or C/C++ ## Description This job is about designing and building the next generation of internal AI-based software development tools for Apple, with a focus on ease of use and security. The tools we make accelerate the pace of development for tens of thousands of engineers who ship to the billions of Apple devices in the world., Our team cares deeply about providing Apple's customers with the highest standard in security and privacy on our products. We build large-scale systems that automate workflows for vulnerability discovery in Apple software. Here are examples of the kinds of projects you will be working on with us: * Create an investigation platform a teams of malware or security analysts * Build a developer-facing platform for automatically analyzing bugs and code reviews using AI * Implement security analysis fuzzing infrastructure with 100k parallel nodes * Keep business-critical systems running with maximal automation and minimal human intervention ## Related Videos - [Are Code Reviews Worth It? Insights from 16 Years of Review Data](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1135-are-code-reviews-worth-it-insights-from-16-years-of-review-data) - [ Secure Code Superstars: Empowering Developers and Surpassing Security Challenges Together](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/422-secure-code-superstars-empowering-developers-and-surpassing-security-challenges-together) - [Best Practices for AI-Assisted Development of Distributed Systems](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100200-best-practices-for-ai-assisted-development-of-distributed-systems) - [The Software Engineer 2030: From Coder To AI Orchestrator? - Patrick Schnell](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1825-the-software-engineer-2030-from-coder-to-ai-orchestrator-patrick-schnell) - [Build a CI/CD pipeline to automate code reviews and ensure code quality](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/349-build-a-ci-cd-pipeline-to-automate-code-reviews-and-ensure-code-quality) - [Automated Security for the Entire SDLC](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100323-automated-security-for-the-entire-sdlc) ## Related Articles - [How to Answer the Interview Question: “Why Do You Want to Be a Software Engineer?”](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/392-how-to-answer-the-interview-question-why-do-you-want-to-be-a-software-engineer) - [7 Important Tips That Every Software Developer Should Know](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/101-7-important-tips-that-every-software-developer-should-know) - [Dev Digest 120 - Apple and peers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/455-dev-digest-120-apple-and-peers) - [Software Engineer Career: Things You Should Know](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/143-software-engineer-career-things-you-should-know) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [What is Software Engineering in the Age of AI?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/640-what-is-software-engineering-in-the-age-of-ai)