Tools and Automation Engineer

Sunnyvale,California,United States

Hardware

Be part of the Sensor, Software and Prototyping team, focused on testing application software used to collect data and develop Apples next generation features and algorithms. This includes technologies such as Spatial computing, Multitouch, TouchID, and FaceID. Testing is focused on visionOS, macOS, iOS, and watchOS applications that drive unique UI experiences, interface with firmware and low level software drivers, and provide data to processing pipelines. We are looking for a motivated individual who independently follows up on bugs, collaborates with developers to resolve issues and can understand and discuss technical problems with other QE engineers, development partners and program managers.

**Description**

Have a passion for quality, enjoy the challenge of breaking things through creative testing Thrive in uncertain, rapid project schedules, being able to quickly shift priorities and maximize testing time. Strive to innovate and try new things, incorporating continuous improvement of testing methods Building creative new tools, fixtures, and methodologies to stress software features Collaborating with cross-functional teams, guaranteeing complete test coverage and a flawless end user experience Tracking performance, reporting results to management, driving issues to closure Develop robust and repeatable automated testing solutions Understand the context where an application will be deployed, providing insights to potential failures Author and executing detailed test plans that cover all functionality and edge cases of a system Partner with development team to quickly learn a new application, break it into functional parts, and identify potential weaknesses

**Minimum Qualifications**

Strong software development/test automation skills, with high proficiency in Python

Experience testing software that has integrated with hardware and firmware

Prior experience with Swift programming and developing iOS test automation with Xcode UI automation framework

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

**Key Qualifications**

**Preferred Qualifications**

UI/UX design or test experience

Track record of shipping great consumer products

Continuous integration and scheduling systems

**Education & Experience**

**Additional Requirements**

**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 $132,300 and $241,500, 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 Apples 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 Apples Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Youll 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 (https://www.apple.com/careers/us/benefits.html) about Apple Benefits.Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.

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