Job Details

SW Dev. Engineer in Test

San Diego, California, United States

Software and Services

Summary

Posted: May 14, 2025

Role Number: 200604934

Apple is where individual imaginations gather together, committing to the values that lead to great work. Every new product we build, service we create, or Apple Store experience we deliver is the result of us making each other’s ideas stronger. That happens because every one of us shares a belief that we can make something wonderful and share it with the world, changing lives for the better. It’s the diversity of our people and their thinking that inspires the innovation that runs through everything we do. When we bring everybody in, we can do the best work of our lives. Here, you’ll do more than join something — you’ll add something. Are you passionate about improving quality engineering workflows across automation, tools and data? Have you developed apps or implemented automation and want to apply that knowledge to new challenges? If you said yes, then join us! We’re a team of software engineers who focus on QE strategies to achieve a high bar of quality through automation and workflow enhancements. In this unique opportunity you will make an impact across a wide range of software engineering teams. You will drive the development and implementation of best practices for qualifying end-to-end features. You will also build novel software prototypes, tools, and applications for improving the quality of our operating systems.

Description

The Central Automation and Tools team is responsible for improving all facets of using automation in our QE workflows. This includes analyzing the workflows, data and tools that help teams make it an effective, efficient element of their testing strategy. We need dedicated developers to help us explore and implement new technologies to continually improve our approach to achieving outstanding quality. You will work closely with other Developers, Quality Assurance Engineers and Automation Engineers across Apple to ensure we are putting the best ideas into our solutions. You will be part of all aspects of the development cycle from research, prototyping, development and shipping software to a large group of internal teams. This role is perfect for you if you enjoy collaborating with others and exploring how groundbreaking technology can be used to solve challenging problems for the betterment of many teams!

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field with 2 years of directly related work experience can substitute for the education requirement

• Solid computer science fundamentals

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

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in driving development and deployment of relevant testing tools and infrastructure

• Experience with XCTest and Xcode

• Experience writing and triaging automated software tests (e.g., unit-tests, regression tests, functional tests, stress tests)

• Experience in developing backend systems and/or web-based frontends a plus but not required

• Detail oriented, analytical, and creative problem solver with passion for quality processes

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

• Self driven and the ability to work autonomously

• Keen eye for detail

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 $135,400 and $250,600, 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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