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 Applications team is looking for a Software QA Automation Engineer to lead automation efforts for the next generation of applications and services. This position requires an ambitious individual with strong analytical and creative problem solving skills who can contribute in a fast-paced, diverse team environment.

Description:

In this role, the Software QA Automation Engineer will employ both automated and manual testing methods to ensure the quality of various apps and services. This involves close collaboration with cross-functional teams of software developers, other QA engineers, and project managers. Additional responsibilities include creating test plans, monitoring test results, investigating issues, and reporting on the quality of features.

Preferred Qualifications:

Proficiency in Xcode:

Ability to maintain testing tools

Minimum Qualifications:

Automation experience with high-level knowledge of modern scripting or compiled languages such as Python, Java, or Swift

Capacity to write, maintain, and execute test automation plus familiarity with Continuous Integration tools (e.g. Jenkins)

Proficiency with Software Version Control systems like Git (GitHub/Gitlab)

Skill in manual software testing, with a focus on UI

Experience with API testing and familiarity with server architecture

Knowledge of the software development lifecycle and SQA methodologies

Capability to investigate problems, prioritize accordingly, and propose a resolution

Can clearly communicate technical concepts to diverse audiences

B.S. in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or equivalent experience

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 .

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 $141,800 and $213,700, 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.

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