Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET), Retail Engineering

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

Job summary

Apple is seeking a motivated QA Automation Engineer to join the Retail Engineering Apple Online Store Quality team. The ideal candidate will have strong programming skills and extensive experience in application testing and automation, contributing to the development of innovative products and services. This role offers a unique opportunity to work in a diverse and inclusive environment, driving quality in cutting-edge technology.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of QA Automation & Testing experience on Web applications.
• Experience testing APIs/Web Services and Web applications.
• Proficiency in Java, Python, JavaScript, ReactJS, NodeJS.

Responsibilities

• Build test automation tools and improve team velocity through automation.
• Engage with engineering teams throughout all development phases.
• Research and apply the latest testing technologies.

Skills

QA Automation

Testing

Programming

Analytical Skills

Problem Solving

Education

BS in Computer Science

Tools

Core Java

Karate

RestAssured

Playwright

Selenium

Appium

Maven

Gradle

Git

Tableau

Power BI

Job description

Summary

Posted: May 20, 2025

Weekly Hours: 40

Role Number: 200604920

Imagine what you could do here! At Apple, new ideas quickly become extraordinary products, services, and customer experiences. Bring passion and dedication to your job, and there's no telling what you could accomplish! Apple is a place where extraordinary people gather to do their best work, crafting products and experiences that people once couldn't have envisioned and now can't imagine living without. If you're motivated by making a real impact and joining a diverse and inclusive team, a career with Apple might be your dream job.

Description

At Apple, we don't just build products — we revolutionize entire industries. Our innovation is driven by diverse ideas and people, forming the foundation of everything we do, from cutting-edge technology to environmental leadership. The Retail Engineering Apple Online Store (AOS) Quality team seeks a motivated and talented engineer. Success requires strong programming skills, thorough application testing, building test automation tools, and improving team velocity through automation. We need a highly technical engineer who can research and apply the latest testing technologies, independently and collaboratively resolve issues, and influence team best practices. Engage deeply with engineering teams throughout all development phases.

Minimum Qualifications

• BS in Computer Science or equivalent work experience
• QA Automation & Testing experience on Web applications, with a proven track record of bug detection and reporting
• Experience testing APIs/Web Services and Web applications; hands-on with Core Java, Karate, RestAssured, Playwright/Selenium, Appium/XCUI
• Proficiency in Java, Python, JavaScript, ReactJS, NodeJS
• Solid understanding of build tools, CI/CD, deployment, and code quality tools

Preferred Qualifications

• 5+ years of QA Automation & Testing experience on Web applications, with a strong record of bug detection and reporting
• Experience supporting eCommerce platforms or Retail/Payment systems
• Knowledge of Project Management principles, Agile, and D2P processes
• Experience testing AI/ML applications, security, and accessibility
• Experience developing testing frameworks from scratch using industry best practices
• Strong communication skills and ability to work independently
• Analytical skills and problem-solving ability, both autonomous and collaborative
• Understanding of NoSQL databases like Couchbase, MongoDB, and caching strategies
• Experience with Maven/Gradle and Git
• Experience building and maintaining test environments and data-driven test suites
• Experience with data visualization tools like Tableau or Power BI
• Ability to clearly present complex technical issues

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