Job Details

Wi-Fi QE Manager

San Diego, California, United States

Software and Services

Summary

Posted: May 13, 2025

Role Number: 200604692

Apple is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Wi-Fi Quality Engineering Manager to join our growing wireless team. You will lead a talented group of engineers focused on delivering world-class Wi-Fi performance and reliability across Apple’s product ecosystem. This role demands technical depth, leadership, and a passion for innovation in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Description

Responsibilities include:
Lead the Wi-Fi QE team; managing test strategy and execution across Apple’s wireless platforms.
Define and implement comprehensive test plans for Wi-Fi features including performance, roaming, coexistence, and user experience under real-world conditions.
Develop scalable automation infrastructure to enable rapid validation and continuous integration.
Drive issue triage, root cause analysis, and resolution in collaboration with cross-functional engineering teams.
Deliver timely and clear quality reports to senior leadership, highlighting trends, risks, and corrective actions.
Foster a team culture that emphasizes technical excellence, ownership, and continuous improvement.

Minimum Qualifications

• Deep technical knowledge of Wi-Fi standards and protocols, including 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Wi-Fi 6/6E/7, and core networking technologies (DHCP, DNS, TCP/IP).

• Proven expertise in Wi-Fi feature validation, interoperability testing, and regulatory compliance across global markets.

• Strong background in SQA methodologies and practices, including test planning, test case development, execution, and defect tracking.

• Proficiency in Python with experience building and maintaining automated test frameworks for large-scale wireless testing.

• Prior people management experience, with a track record of mentoring engineers, driving accountability, and building high-performing teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.

• 8+ years of experience in wireless quality engineering, including 1+ year in a technical leadership or management role.

• Strong communication and collaboration skills to work cross-functionally with hardware, firmware, software, and system integration teams.

• Demonstrated ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple priorities while delivering high-quality results.

• Excellent analytical and debugging skills, with a data-driven approach to problem solving.

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 $164,200 and $285,900, 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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