Apple is where individual imaginations gather together, committing to the values that lead to great work. Every new product we build, service we create, or Apple Store experience we deliver is the result of us making each other's ideas stronger. That happens because every one of us shares a belief that we can make something wonderful and share it with the world, changing lives for the better. It's the diversity of our people and their thinking that inspires the innovation that runs through everything we do. When we bring everybody in, we can do the best work of our lives. Here, you'll do more than join something - you'll add something.
The System Experience Test Engineering team is looking for a driven and dedicated software engineer. As a member of our dynamic group, you will have the unique and phenomenal opportunity to be part of testing the most iconic operating systems. From Lock Screen and Notifications to Spotlight and Settings, the System Experience team is responsible for ensuring the quality of Apple's ecosystems, as well as the apps and frameworks that drive Apple's leading platforms on iOS, iPadOS, macOS, watchOS and tvOS.
As a Software Engineer in Test, you will work on a multi-functional team which is responsible for projects such as SpringBoard and Spotlight. You will work closely with software engineers, project managers and other Apple quality teams. You will ensure that Apple delivers the next generation of its operating systems with the highest quality by providing continuous integration testing. A mix of manual testing supplemented by automated suites help ensure scale, but need to be able to focus on the larger projects while sweating the small UI details.
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field. Two years of directly related work experience can substitute for the education requirement.
Three years of experience as a software engineer.
Experience writing code in Swift or Objective C to test an API, SDK, or Frameworks
Experience writing and triaging automated software tests (e.g., unit-tests, regression tests, functional tests, stress tests)
Experience in developing test plans, assessing risk, filing appropriate bugs, and consolidating bug reports
Experience in driving development and deployment of relevant testing tools and infrastructure
Experience with XCTest and Xcode
Detail oriented, analytical, and creative problem solver with passion for quality processes
Ability to triage problems, prioritize accordingly, and propose a resolution
Ability to work independently, raise issues and take corrective action
Keen eye for detail
We’re a diverse collection of thinkers and doers, continually reimagining what’s possible to help us all do what we love in new ways. The people who work here have reinvented entire industries with the Mac, iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch, as well as with services, including iTunes, the App Store, Apple Music, and Apple Pay. And the same passion for innovation that goes into our products also applies to our practices — strengthening our commitment to leave the world better than we found it.
There’s a place here for every kind of brilliant. Everyone here is an innovator, or an innovator-to-be, no matter what your team or your role. So bring your passion, courage, and original thinking and get ready to share it, because every new product, service, or feature we invent is the result of people working together to make each others’ ideas stronger. Innovation at this level depends on people who represent the variety of the human experience and inspire us with their own fresh perspectives. Together, we’ll do amazing work that can make a difference in people’s lives. Including your own. Learn more about working at Apple.