Job Details

Sr. Software Developer in Test Manager, Creativity Apps

Cupertino, California, United States

Software and Services

Summary

Posted: Apr 08, 2025

Weekly Hours: 40

Role Number: 200592350

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. Join Apple, and help us leave the world better than we found it.

The Creativity Apps team is looking for an SDET Manager that has experience with video and photo editing, iOS and macOS, to contribute to the production of innovative tools for creative professionals, video makers and visual storytellers. It requires a highly proactive individual with strong creative, technical and analytic skills and passion for new technologies related to computer vision/on-device machine learning.

Description

The ideal candidate will combine technical expertise, people management, a desire to help shape the product roadmap and have a keen eye for the user experience. You will be responsible for planning and driving execution of testing for multiple simultaneous development initiatives. Your ability to work closely with development teams, to identify and understand key features and their underlying functionality, will be the key to your success. Your experience with video and or/photo editing will help you to produce a clear and concise picture of product quality for the project, from concept to product release. You will be working closely with other QA and engineering team members to help coordinate cross-functional test efforts. Your capacity for defining, hiring, and developing a world-class QA team is vital. Your ongoing curiosity and commitment to self-education in video and/or image technologies as well as new testing techniques is what will set you apart.

Minimum Qualifications

• Significant management experience with 7+ years as an SDET or Software QA/QE manager

• Established pattern of building strong teams – attracting, hiring, motivating, and retaining the best engineers

• Strong knowledge of software development lifecycle, testing methodologies, QA terminology and processes

• Proficient at balancing multiple efforts simultaneously and meeting strict deadlines

• Persistent and inquisitive problem solver, committed to driving quality forward

• Superior organizational and communication skills (oral, written and interpersonal) including the ability to communicate technical concepts to a non-technical audience. Ability to work well with all levels of engineers, managers, project managers, and designers

• Proficient in automation development using Python, Swift, or equivalent programming languages

• Understanding of generative AI models, computer vision, and on-device machine learning, with experience applying their capabilities to different applications

• Extensive experience testing mobile and desktop applications and frameworks

• BS in Computer Science, or related field, or equivalent

Preferred Qualifications

• Experienced in video and/or photo editing processes and tools

• Automation planning, execution, and triage for projects on iOS and macOS

• iOS and macOS familiarity

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 $219,300 and $329,600, 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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