Hardware Architect - Information Security
Core
Design and manage the development of embedded security hardware systems to protect Apple's data in transit and at rest.
Role type
Senior Hardware Architect (Information Security)
Builds
Embedded security hardware products and systems
Domain
Consumer electronics / Hardware Security
Required skills
Hardware architecture, HW/SW co-design, security threat modeling, DFT/DFM/DFR principles, performance/power budgeting, system specification, component selection, firmware interface definition, executive-level tradeoff decisions
Preferred skills
Driver and firmware development, high-speed PCB layout (Cadence), test & measurement equipment usage, power supply design fundamentals
Technologies
Cadence tools, simulation tools
Responsibilities
Establish vision for future security hardware generations, translate security features into HW/SW specifications, manage program from design to deployment, validate end-to-end functionality and reliability, research market benchmarks, generate performance projections
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership
