Job Details

Tools and Automation Engineer, Release Validation Automation

Cupertino, California, United States

Software and Services

Summary

Posted: Jun 24, 2025

Role Number: 200610573

Imagine what you could accomplish at Apple. Here, innovative ideas quickly become extraordinary products, services, and customer experiences. The Release Validation Automation team plays a critical role in this journey by building automation solutions that ensure seamless, high-quality software updates across all Apple platforms.

We’re looking for a Tools and Automation Engineer to help maintain the stability, reliability, and quality of macOS, iOS, tvOS, visionOS, and watchOS releases. In this fast-paced and dynamic team, you'll work with cutting-edge technologies to enhance our testing capabilities for new features. Your work will directly contribute to the experience of millions of Apple users worldwide—helping ensure every release is one our customers can trust and love.

Description

We are seeking a motivated and highly technical engineer to design, build, and enhance automation frameworks and end-to-end functional tests. In this role, you’ll collaborate closely with Automation and QA Engineers to develop robust, scalable solutions that drive productivity and ensure high-quality software delivery. If you thrive on cross-functional collaboration and enjoy applying cutting-edge technology to solve complex problems, this role is for you. We're looking for someone who can think strategically and deliver innovative solutions that expand test coverage, accelerate release cycles, and help us consistently deliver exceptional experiences to our customers.

Minimum Qualifications

• BS degree in Computer Science or related field

• 3+ years of directly related work experience can substitute for the education requirement

• Strong foundation in core computer science concepts and software engineering principles

• Strong development skills in Swift, Python, Objective-C, C++ or similar languages

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with XCTest and Xcode.

• Excellent knowledge and experience with test methodologies (unit testing, integration testing, performance testing, functional testing, etc).

• Ability to investigate, debug and triage difficult problems both independently and cooperatively.

• Highly organized, creative, motivated, and passionate about achieving results.

• Creative thinker and strong problem solver with meticulous attention to detail.

• An enthusiasm for user-focused design & high-quality products.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to facilitate close interaction with development teams, management, and other organizations within Apple.

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 $136,300 and $248,700, 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.

Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf) .

Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf) .

Apple will not discriminate or retaliate against applicants who inquire about, disclose, or discuss their compensation.

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