Software QA Engineer, Wireless Technologies & Ecosystems

Apple Inc.; Cupertino (CA); On-site; USD 120,840 - 201,400; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee stock programs

Discretionary bonuses/commission

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Apple Inc. in Cupertino, CA is seeking a Software QA Engineer for Wireless Technologies & Ecosystems. You will validate cellular features, design test plans, and work with developers to squash defects.

The role emphasizes automation, AI-based testing, and cross-functional collaboration to deliver high-quality device software. The ideal candidate has experience in mobile testing, strong problem-solving, and proficiency in Swift and Python.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent.
• 2 to 5 years experience in Software QA Engineering role.
• Proficiency in manual/UI testing and willingness to engage in both
• Deep understanding of SQA methodologies & practices.
• Experience testing mobile devices and cellular technologies.
• Ability to work under a tight schedule and deliver on time.
• Automation experience with high-level knowledge of modern scripting or compiled languages such as Python, Swift.
• Capacity to define/design/develop/maintain test automation frameworks
• Proficient in Swift testing and/or XCTest frameworks
• Capability to investigate problems, prioritize accordingly, and propose a resolution
• Demonstrated ability to present technical concepts to diverse audiences

Responsibilities

• Validate features manually and with automation.
• Drive quality and champion bug fixes, working closely with development teams to identify root cause and provide debugging information.
• Collaborate with cross functional teams to get requirements.
• Design comprehensive test plans for new features, factoring in technical details and the customer experience.
• Enhance and maintain Agentic/Generative AI based automation solution.
• Triage for any discrepancies as well as monitor and drive customer issues.
• Bring up, perform regular maintenance and debugging of test setups and XCUITest and python based test scripts.
• Complete both documented and ad hoc testing to ensure high quality releases.

Skills

Manual/UI testing

Test automation

Swift testing

XCTest

Python scripting

Problem solving

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Computer Science/Engineering

Tools

XCTest

Python

Swift

Job description

Software QA Engineer, Wireless Technologies & Ecosystems

Cupertino, California, United States Software and Services

Description

Join our Connectivity, Cell and Satellite team and drive innovation that matters! We build and seamlessly integrate technologies that enrich people’s lives and deliver the best user experience. If you're passionate about cellular technologies and quality, we may have a job for you.

Our Connectivity, Cell and Satellite QA team is looking for a highly motivated individual with excellent problem solving and communication skills. You will take an active role in shaping the quality of our software. This will demand deep integration with our development engineers, creating test plans, bug reporting and triaging, identifying automation opportunities and working on Developing/maintaining AI based Automation Framework/solutions, and supporting design reviews. You will join a dynamic team responsible for qualifying the Cellular features on Apple’s innovative devices. You'll help us identify holes in coverage, actively sync with multi-functional teams to reduce duplication, foster better testing, and resist regressions to deliver high-quality releases.

Responsibilities

• Validate features manually and with automation.
• Drive quality and champion bug fixes, working closely with development teams to identify root cause and provide debugging information.
• Collaborate with cross functional teams to get requirements.
• Design comprehensive test plans for new features, factoring in technical details and the customer experience.
• Enhance and maintain Agentic/Generative AI based automation solution.
• Triage for any discrepancies as well as monitor and drive customer issues.
• Bring up, perform regular maintenance and debugging of test setups and XCUITest and python based test scripts.
• Complete both documented and ad hoc testing to ensure high quality releases.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelors or Masters Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent experience.
• 2 to 5 years experience in Software QA Engineering role.
• Proficiency in manual/UI testing and willingness to engage in both
• Deep understanding of SQA methodologies & practices.
• Experience testing mobile devices and cellular technologies.
• Ability to work under a tight schedule and deliver on time.
• Automation experience with high-level knowledge of modern scripting or compiled languages such as Python, Swift.
• Capacity to define/design/develop/maintain test automation frameworks
• Proficient in Swift testing and/or XCTest frameworks
• Capability to investigate problems, prioritize accordingly, and propose a resolution
• Demonstrated ability to present technical concepts to diverse audiences

Preferred Qualifications

• You're a highly motivated, dedicated, quick learner with ability to work individually and as a team
• You have exceptional problem solving and debugging skills.
• You have excellent interpersonal, communication and documentation skills.
• You work well independently and are enthusiastic.
• You have efficient time management skills and the ability to handle multiple tasks and thrive in a fast paced environment.
• You are diligently passionate and inquisitive, and seek to tackle everyday problems in innovative ways.
• You're laser-focused on the smallest details that are meaningful to our customers.
• Ability to develop and maintain testing tools.
• Experience with developing/deploying Generative AI tools.

Benefits

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 $120,900 and $201,400, 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.

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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