Software Development Engineer in Test, Full Stack, Creativity Apps

Apple Inc.; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 165,000 - 319,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Stock programs

Tuition reimbursement

Relocation assistance

Retirement plan

Job summary

Apple Inc. in Vancouver, BC, is seeking a Software Development Engineer in Test for the Creativity Apps team. You will design and execute test strategies for iOS/macOS, cloud frameworks, and APIs, validating on-device AI features for creators.

The role emphasizes high-quality, scalable test automation and collaboration with cross-functional teams. The role integrates with CI/CD pipelines, requires strong communication, and offers extensive benefits, relocation support, and potential bonuses.

Qualifications

• 3+ years as a Software Development Engineer in Test or similar role.
• Experience designing and maintaining scalable test automation for mobile and web.
• Proficiency testing iOS/macOS, cloud-based frameworks, and APIs.
• Experience with GenAI tools or AI-adjacent projects.
• CI/CD pipelines knowledge with Jenkins or similar tools.

Responsibilities

• Plan, design, and execute test strategy and plans.
• Drive quality improvements and reliable releases.
• Report bugs with strong isolation and regression techniques.
• Coordinate multi-functional test efforts across teams.

Skills

Test automation

CI/CD

Mobile testing

iOS/macOS testing

GenAI tools

Selenium/WebdriverIO

Jenkins

Xcode Server

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science

Tools

XCTest

Selenium

WebdriverIO

Jenkins

Xcode Server

Job description

Software Development Engineer in Test, Full Stack, Creativity Apps

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada Software and Services

Imagine what you could do here. At Apple, new ideas have a way of becoming outstanding products, services, and customer experiences very quickly. Bring passion and dedication to your job, and there's no telling what you could accomplish.The Creativity Applications team is looking for a Software Development Engineer in Test who has experience in shipping iOS/macOS applications, cloud-based frameworks, and APIs with the highest quality, validating new and innovative on-device ML and AI features in the creative space. You will have the unique and rewarding opportunity to help shape upcoming products that will delight and inspire millions of Apple’s customers every day. Ideally, we are looking for someone with a passion and/or background in video editing to contribute to the production of innovative tools for creative professionals, video makers, and visual storytellers.

Description

In this role, you will be responsible for planning, designing, writing, maintaining, and executing test strategy and test plans. You will drive all aspects of quality and process improvements to help the team ensure that our features are rock-solid and ready to be released to our customers. Reporting bugs with outstanding isolation and regression techniques will be the key to your success. This role requires balancing a wide variety of deliverables that will rely on your talent for managing priorities and communicating progress and risks effectively and systematically. Your ongoing curiosity and dedication to self-education in AI/ML technologies, video/photo/music/productivity applications, editing software, as well as new testing techniques, is what will set you apart. You will be working closely with other team members to help coordinate multi-functional test efforts.

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Software Development Engineer in Test or similar engineering roles.
• Proven experience designing, developing, and maintaining scalable test automation frameworks for mobile and web platforms using tools like XCTest, Selenium, or WebdriverIO.
• Proficiency in testing iOS/macOS and/or mobile apps, cloud-based frameworks, and framework APIs.
• Experience developing/validating GenAI tools or working on AI-adjacent projects.
• Demonstrable experience with Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery (CI/CD) pipelines and associated tools (e.g., Jenkins, Xcode Server).
• Strong communication, collaboration, and project management skills with the ability to articulate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proven experience of working on Creator or Creative platform and applications.
• Familiar with Apple ecosystem and writing automation for Apple platforms including iOS and macOS.
• Experience with photo, video, and cloud editing workflows using creative applications is a plus.
• Experience in large-scale web applications and cross-platform test automation.

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 $119,100 and $230,500, 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 Apple Inc.’s discretionary employee stock programs. Employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit award recommendations, and can purchase Apple Inc. stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple Inc.’s Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Participation in Apple Inc.’s discretionary stock programs is governed by Apple Inc.’s stock plans and agreements and are not part of local employment contracts or compensation.

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

Note: Apple benefit and compensation 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. Apple provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. Apple is a drug-free workplace.

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