Apple

Quality Automation Engineer - App Store QA

Apple$100K — $130K *
Consumer Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Proficient in object-oriented programming, particularly Swift and/or Java.
  • Experience with scripting languages such as Python or Ruby.
  • Strong understanding of software testing methodologies.
  • Hands-on with Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery (CI/CD) systems.
  • Proven skills in developing automation test strategies and executing test plans.
  • Experience with testing SDKs and APIs, especially using white-box testing.
  • B.S. in Computer Science or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

  • Own and define test approaches for complete functional areas.
  • Develop automation tests for all Apple platforms including iOS and macOS.
  • Collaborate closely with the engineering team throughout the development process.
  • Automate regression and new feature testing in the App Store.
  • Drive complex issue resolution through investigation and debugging.
  • Build and evolve test automation frameworks for scalability and reliability.
  • Communicate test results and contribute to team QA practices.

Benefits

  • Work on one of the most widely used applications globally.
  • Opportunity to impact product quality directly.
  • Collaborative team environment with engineering.
  • Exposure to a range of Apple platforms.
  • Autonomy in defining test strategies and approaches.
Full Job Description
We are seeking a mid to senior-level Quality Automation Engineer to join the App Store QA group. App Store is one of the most widely used applications in the world, and you can directly help improve the quality of the product. You will own complete functional areas and be able to define test approaches and strategies. We require strong programming fundamentals and automation experience to help develop in all phases of the release cycle. Help us automate areas in the App Store for regression and new feature testing. You will be responsible for writing new automation tests for all Apple platforms: iOS, tvOS, macOS, visionOS, and watchOS. The Quality Automation Engineer is expected to possess the skills necessary for working closely with the engineering team during all aspects of the development process. This position requires a self-motivated and dynamic individual with strong technical and communication skills who can contribute in a team environment. Proficient in object-oriented programming with a strong command of at least one major OOP language, preferably Swift and/or Java. Solid experience with one or more scripting languages such as Python, Ruby, or shell scripting (Bash/Zsh). Deep familiarity with software testing methodologies and quality engineering best practices. Hands-on experience with Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery (CI/CD) systems. Proven ability to develop automation test strategies, author test plans, execute test suites, and communicate results clearly. Hands-on experience testing SDKs, APIs, or developer-facing frameworks, including white-box and component-level test strategies. Experience building and evolving test automation frameworks with a focus on scalability and reliability. Strong ability to investigate, debug, and triage complex issues independently and drive them to resolution. Proficiency with version control systems, particularly Git. Ability to deliver high-quality work under tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment. B.S. in Computer Science or equivalent professional experience. Expertise in XCTest with Swift and/or Python. Demonstrated experience designing, developing, and executing test plans for AI-powered features and applications. Previous experience leveraging AI tools for automation and testing. Track record of measurably increasing functional test coverage across complex software systems. Strong organizational and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate cross-functionally and influence QA practices across teams.

About Apple

Apple is a corporation that designs, manufactures, and markets mobile communication and media devices, personal computers, portable digital music players, and sells a variety of related software, services, peripherals, networking solutions, and third-party digital content and applications. Apple provides many products and services, including iPhone; iPad; iPod; Mac; Apple TV; a portfolio of consumer and professional software applications; the iOS and OS X operating systems; iCloud; and accessories, service, and support offerings. It sells its products worldwide through its retail stores, online stores, direct sales force and third-party cellular network carriers, wholesalers, retailers, and value-added resellers to the consumer and also sells third-party iPhone, iPad, Mac and iPod compatible products, including application software and accessories through its online and retail stores. Introduced in 1984, the Macintosh was the first widely sold personal computer with a graphical user interface (GUI). That feature and others such as an improved floppy drive design and a low-cost hard drive that made data retrieval faster helped Apple cultivate a reputation for innovation. Apple was named as the most admired company in the United States in 2008 and in the world from 2008 to 2012 by the Fortune magazine. The company was founded by Steven Paul Jobs, Steve Wozniak, and Ronald Gerald Wayne on April 1, 1976, and is headquartered in Cupertino, California.

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Net Income
$63.9 billion
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1976
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