Job Details

Software QA Engineer

Cupertino, California, United States

Software and Services

Summary

Posted: Oct 14, 2025

Role Number: 200625972-0836

Imagine what you could do here! The people here at Apple don’t just build products — we craft the kind of wonder that’s revolutionized entire industries. It’s the diversity of those people and their ideas that supports the innovation that runs through everything we do, from amazing technology to industry-leading environmental efforts. In this role, you will be working closely with framework engineering teams and cross functional QA teams, you'll develop automated testing infrastructure, validate new features, and ensure seamless integration across Apple's ecosystem of platforms.

Description

As a Software QA Engineer, you will be responsible for both manual and automated testing across mobile and backend features. You will design, develop and maintain automated test suites using Swift (XCTest/XCUITest) and Python, while also performing manual testing to uncover usability issues, edge cases and regressions that automation may miss. You’ll work closely with cross-functional partners to understand feature requirements, define test strategies and ensure high-quality releases. Your work will include crafting, implementing and maintaining test plans and test cases, triaging issues and validating fixes in a timely manner. As a representative of the QA team in cross functional discussions, you’ll communicate test results, advocate for quality and help drive process improvements. Additionally, you’ll contribute to our CI/CD infrastructure, improve automation reliability and continuously refine the balance between manual validation and automated coverage to enhance efficiency and product quality.

Minimum Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in software testing with strong focus on test automation

• Experience in Swift/XCTest/XCUITest

• Experience developing software tests in Python for test automation, tooling or machine learning

• Proficiency in manual/UI testing and willingness to engage in both

• Experience developing test plans, test cases, assessing risk, and filing appropriate defects

• BS in Computer Science or equivalent

Preferred Qualifications

• Deep Knowledge of developer tools, SDKs, or framework testing and validation methodologies

• Proficiency in testing mobile/desktop apps, cloud based frameworks, and backend/APIs

• Understanding of the software development lifecycle, SQA methodologies, and passion for quality processes

• Familiarity with continuous integration systems and build automation

• Ability to thrive in a collaborative working environment within your team and beyond

• Ability to triage problems, prioritize accordingly, and propose a resolution

• Familiarity with server architecture

• Outstanding communication skills for collaborating across many participating teams

Pay & Benefits

At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $147,400 and $272,100, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple’s discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple’s Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You’ll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation.Learn more about Apple Benefits. (https://www.apple.com/careers/us/benefits.html)

Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.

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