Software Development Engineer in Test - Contacts, Phone, FaceTime

Apple Inc.; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 142,000 - 263,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & Dental

Stock programs

Relocation assistance

Education reimbursement

Job summary

Apple Inc. in San Diego, CA is seeking a Software Development Engineer in Test to build and maintain automated tests for Mail, Messages, FaceTime, and more across iOS, macOS, visionOS, watchOS, and tvOS.

You will shape test strategies, review designs, and advocate testable development practices. You will work with cross-functional teams to drive quality, maintain test infrastructure, and communicate results effectively.

Qualifications

• BS in Computer Science or equivalent required.
• Experience programming in Python, Java, Swift, C/C++ or Objective-C.
• Familiar with software dev lifecycle and Git.
• Experience testing and automating APIs, UIs, and native apps on mobile/desktop.
• Experience with Continuous Integration systems.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and maintain automation test framework and tests for features across platforms.
• Streamline automated test reporting across communication channels.
• Root cause analysis on bugs found via automation.
• Investigate issues blocking automated runs and resolve promptly.
• Ensure scalability and efficiency of test infrastructure.
• Collaborate with multiple teams to meet quality goals.

Skills

Python

Java

Swift

C/C++

Objective-C

Education

BS in Computer Science or equivalent

Tools

Git

CI systems

XCTest

XCUITest

Xcode

Job description

Software Development Engineer in Test - Contacts, Phone, FaceTime

San Diego, California, United States Software and Services

Imagine what you could do here! At Apple, new ideas have a way of becoming extraordinary products, services, and customer experiences. The Internet Technologies QE & Ops team is seeking an experienced and passionate Software Development Engineer in Test to help us write software to push and defend our high standard of quality and privacy. We work on some of the most vitally used features at Apple like AirDrop, ShareSheet and anything that makes Apple magic happen for all platforms: iOS, macOS, visionOS, watchOS and tvOS. We need someone who is comfortable working in an exciting environment with rapidly changing priorities, and someone creative and inspired to invent new ways to help build better products.

Description

As a Software Development Engineer in Test, you will be implementing a mix of functional, performance, reliability, and end-to-end automated tests to support Mail, Messages, FaceTime, Phone, Safari, AirDrop, ShareSheet and Applied Networking. During the design process you will work with different engineering teams to create robust and valuable tests as well as advocate for testable development practices. Code review and design discussions are a vital expectation of this process. Moreover, we also care deeply for the maintenance and the triage of the test results where you will have the chance to detect and drive complex software issues to resolution as well as developing tools to analyze and report test result trends. Finally, it’s vital to share your story with demos and discussions to continue furthering our obsession with quality.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and maintain automation test framework and tests for new features that span across multiple platforms
• Streamline automated test reporting leveraging various communication mediums
• Perform root cause analysis on bugs found via automation
• Investigate issues blocking automated runs and resolve in timely manner
• Ensure scalability and efficiency of the test infrastructure
• Collaborate cross functionally with various teams to achieve strategic quality goals

Minimum Qualifications

• BS in Computer Science or equivalent
• Experience developing in Python, Java, Swift or C/C++ or Objective-C,
• Experience in software development lifecycle and development tools like git
• Experience in testing and automating APIs, UIs and Native Applications for Mobile and/or Desktop
• Experience working with Continuous Integration systems

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency in Swift or Objective‑C
• Proficiency in XCTest, XCUITest and Xcode
• Familiar with databases, SQL, and scripting languages.
• Excellent written and communication skillsDemonstrated ability to drive an automated testing project
• Strong understanding of Quality Engineering methodologies and practices
• Ability to build effective working relationships
• Proficient in refactoring, test automation, testable and modular code, and build infrastructure.

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 $142,300 and $263,300, 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

Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock 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. 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

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