Job Details

Lead Test Automation Engineer

Sunnyvale, California, United States

Software and Services

Summary

Posted: Jun 18, 2025

Weekly Hours: 5

Role Number: 200608987

Apple is where individual imaginations capture 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 encourages 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.

The Infrastructure Services Software Development team is looking for a hardworking, self-motivated and hard-working engineer to be part of a diverse, fast paced and high-energy team. You’ll design and implement test automation for applications that streamline the operations of Network and Data Center teams. You’ll contribute to key and innovative technologies that support major Apple applications, ensuring scalability and high availability. Collaborating with other groups to lead and deliver outstanding products in an ever-evolving and exciting environment.

Description

We are seeking a highly skilled Lead Test Automation an CI/CD Engineer to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in developing and implementing robust automated testing solutions for complex software systems.

You will be responsible for promised deliveries on time, while demonstrating your ability to review technical designs, perform code review, and mentor junior to mid level engineers within your team.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams such Finance and Logistics to ensure high-quality
  software delivery

• Work with internal customers to gather requirements, and serve as a link between them and
  the development team.

• Design, develop, and maintain advanced test automation frameworks using tools such as
  Karate, JUnit, Selenium, Cucumber and such technologies

• Conduct performance and scale testing using Apache JMeter and HP Load Runner or similar
  tools

• Utilize Docker and Kubernetes for containerization and orchestration of test environments

• Work with databases including MongoDB and PostgreSQL for test data management and
  validation

Minimum Qualifications

• 10+ years experience in software testing and automation

• Experience with containerization and orchestration using Docker or Kubernetes

• Working knowledge of the Java programming language is required

• Extensive hands-on experience with test automation frameworks such as Karate, JUnit, Selenium or Cucumber)

• Expertise in CI/CD tools and practices, particularly Jenkins or Maven

• Expertise using with database technologies, especially MongoDB or PostgreSQL

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of performance testing tools such as: Apache JMeter or HP Load Runner)

• Experience in the datacenter domain and DCIM tools such as Sunbird and Autosys

• Knowledge of Agile methodologies and tools

• Experience with cloud platforms and deep understanding of cloud native technologies

• Experience with Load Balancers, Disaster Recovery (DR), Service Level Agreements (SLAs), and other practical concepts for managing a production application

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 $175,800 and $312,200, 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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Apple is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with physical and mental disabilities. Reasonable Accommodation and Drug Free Workplace policy Learn more .

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