Graphics, Games, and Machine Learning - Gaming Experience Test Engineer

Apple; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company seeks a Gaming Experience Test Engineer in Austin, Texas. The role involves testing graphics technologies and gaming quality across platforms, emphasizing automation and collaboration with engineering teams. Ideal candidates will possess strong problem-solving skills and a passion for gaming.

Qualifications

• Proficient in iOS and macOS usage.
• Solid understanding of *NIX-based systems.
• Experience with automation test harnesses preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop performance tests to validate game workflows.
• Automate and scale performance testing.
• Maintain awareness of competitive gaming experiences.

Skills

Problem-solving

Deductive reasoning

Creativity

Passion for quality

Enthusiasm for gaming

Tools

Python

Swift

3ds Max

Blender

Cinema 4D

Job description

Graphics, Games, and Machine Learning - Gaming Experience Test Engineer

Location: Austin, Texas, United States

Department: Software and Services

Summary

Posted: May 16, 2025

Weekly Hours: 40

Role Number: 200605180

The Graphics, Games, and Machine Learning Test Engineering organizations play a crucial role in the success and delivery of nearly every major Apple product. We are involved with everything except watch bands! Our teams have contributed to innovations such as Metal, Reference Mode on iPad Pro, ProMotion on iPhone and iPad, third-party game controller support, and Apple Silicon on Mac. We serve as the testing arm of our engineering teams, collaborating closely to develop test plans, execute them, and refine testing throughout development cycles.

Description

The Graphics, Games, and Machine Learning team seeks a skilled, self-motivated test engineer passionate about gaming and enhancing the macOS, iOS, and tvOS gaming experiences. You will work with the latest Apple products to ensure optimal gaming performance and competitiveness across platforms. Your focus will be on testing graphics, technologies, and overall gaming quality, working with engineering teams and third-party developers to uphold product standards. This role emphasizes developing and executing automation for graphics technology (Metal), display tech, and gaming features on hardware and software.

The ideal candidate will have a strong aptitude for learning new technologies, excellent interpersonal skills, and the ability to manage complex projects under pressure. Collaboration and adaptability are essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop performance tests to validate game workflows across all systems.
• Maintain awareness of competitive gaming experiences on various platforms.
• Automate and scale performance testing to enable regular testing cycles.

Minimum Qualifications

• Proficient in iOS and macOS usage.
• Excellent problem-solving and deductive reasoning skills.
• Solid understanding of *NIX-based systems and command-line tools for debugging, analysis, and automation.
• Experience with Python; Swift is a plus.
• Experience with professional rendering software (e.g., 3ds Max, Blender, Cinema 4D) is a plus.
• Creative thinker with a passion for quality.
• Enthusiastic about gaming and enhancing gaming experiences.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in building automated tests and working with automation test harnesses.

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