Senior Software Engineer, Privacy - Siri Runtime Platform

Apple • Cupertino, CA

75d

About The Position

We are seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join the Siri Runtime Platform team, with a primary focus on advancing privacy-first systems that enable Siri's seamless functionality for millions of users worldwide. The Siri Runtime Platform team is responsible for building the foundational technologies that power Siri and Dictation across billions of Apple devices. Serving as a horizontal platform across all device ecosystems (iOS, macOS, watchOS, visionOS), the team manages the lifecycle of user interactions with Siri. In this role, you will lead efforts to design, implement, and optimize privacy-enhancing technologies. You'll create scalable, secure solutions that safeguard user data while driving innovation in on-device processing and minimizing data sharing. This position offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of voice-assistant technology and uphold Apple's unwavering commitment to user privacy.

Requirements

• Master's or PhD in Computer Science, with a focus on security, privacy, or distributed systems.
• Experience with privacy frameworks such as differential privacy, federated learning, or secure multi-party computation.
• Familiarity with Apple platforms and technologies, including iOS and macOS development.
• Knowledge of analytics systems and techniques for balancing privacy with usability.
• Demonstrated leadership skills, with a track record of driving technical initiatives and mentoring team members.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain privacy-centric features and systems for Siri to ensure user data protection and compliance with privacy regulations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including privacy engineers, data scientists, and product managers, to align platform capabilities with organizational privacy goals.
• Conduct risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies to address potential security and privacy vulnerabilities.
• Contribute to Siri's on-device and server-side runtime systems, focusing on minimizing data sharing and enhancing local processing capabilities.
• Mentor junior engineers, perform code reviews, and uphold best practices in secure software development.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest privacy technologies and trends, integrating relevant advancements into Siri's architecture.
• Actively participate in system design reviews, proposing innovative ideas to balance performance, scalability, and privacy requirements.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing
• Education Level: Master's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees