Audio SQA Engineer at Apple Los Angeles, CA

kozmetickesluzby.vecnakraska.sk - Jobboard; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 112,300 - 168,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical and dental coverage

Retirement benefits

Discounted products and services

Reimbursement for educational expenses

Job summary

Kozmetickesluzby.vecnakraska.sk - Jobboard is seeking an Audio SQA Engineer in Los Angeles, California. The successful candidate will lead manual and automated evaluation of Beats audio products, utilizing a strong audio DSP background and measurement expertise to design automated audio quality tests.

The role requires a BS or MS degree in a relevant field and 2-3 years of experience, along with proficiency in audio measurement tools and programming in Python. Benefits include competitive pay, medical coverage, and education reimbursement.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of professional engineering experience in pro-audio or related field.
• Strong understanding of QA responsibilities and best practices.
• Proficient in an OOP programming language such as Python.

Responsibilities

• Lead Beats Audio QA activities, including manual and automated evaluation.
• Develop automated audio quality tests and execute test plans.
• File bug reports and facilitate debugging.

Skills

Audio signal processing

Audio measurement tools

OOP programming (Python)

QA principles

Communication skills

Education

BS or MS in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field

Tools

Signal generators

Analyzers

Linux command line

Job description

Audio SQA Engineer

Location: Los Angeles, California, United States
Department: Hardware
Weekly Hours: 40
Role Number: 200605485

We are the Beats Engineering team seeking an experienced Audio QA Engineer to lead mandatory manual and automated evaluation and validation activities during the development of Beats audio products. The role combines a strong background in audio DSP with acoustic measurement expertise, mandating you to drive the development of automated audio quality tests, manage test plans, and triage defects.

Responsibilities

• Drive and lead Beats Audio QA activities, including manual and automated evaluation and validation.
• Use sophisticated audio measurement equipment to validate audio performance of systems.
• Develop automated audio quality tests and support device acquisition.
• Create test plans, strategies, and schedules; execute and delegate test runs.
• File high‑quality bug reports, facilitate debugging, and triage defects.
• Extract logs and data from systems under test using internal tools.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams.

Minimum Qualifications

• BS or MS degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
• 2‑3 years of professional engineering experience, preferably in pro‑audio, hearing aid, or related field.
• Strong background in audio signal processing and analysis (filtering, frequency response, VAD, noise reduction).
• Proficiency with audio measurement tools (signal generators, analyzers, artificial head‑and‑torso setups).
• Excellent understanding of systems engineering principles (requirements, specifications, verification).
• Strong understanding of QA responsibilities and best practices.
• Proficient in an OOP programming language such as Python.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency in command‑line tools such as Bash.
• Familiarity with Linux‑based operating systems.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.

Pay & Benefits

Base pay range: $112,300 – $168,500 (dependent on skills, experience, and location). The total compensation package may include discretionary bonuses, commission payments, and relocation assistance.

Other benefits include comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and reimbursement for qualified educational expenses.

EEO Statement

Apple is an equal‑opportunity employer 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. Apple will not discriminate or retaliate against applicants who inquire about, disclose, or discuss compensation. Apple is a drug‑free workplace and provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and mental disabilities.