Apple

Tools and Automation Engineer

Apple$187K — $258K *
Consumer Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Master's Degree or foreign equivalent in Computer Science or a related field.
  • 2 years of experience in software testing or related role.
  • Proficient in developing the software lifecycle from beta to production.
  • Experience with CI/CD systems for automated build and testing.
  • Skilled in debugging software issues across multiple layers.
  • Familiar with deep-dive protocol analysis using specialized tools.
  • Ability to program client-side applications using languages like Python, Swift, or Objective-C.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute software test plans for consumer electronics.
  • Conduct software tests to identify issues and root causes.
  • Evaluate system modifications in preparation for implementation.
  • Document software defects using a bug tracking system.
  • Create test strategies and plans for the software development lifecycle.
  • Collect KPIs to enhance software behavior and quality.
  • Collaborate with engineers to design test plans and user studies.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical and dental coverage.
  • Retirement benefits and discounted product offerings.
  • Reimbursement for educational expenses for career advancement.
  • Opportunities to participate in stock purchase programs and awards.
  • Eligibility for discretionary bonuses or commission payments.
Full Job Description
APPLE INC has the following available in Cupertino, California and various unanticipated locations throughout the USA. Develop and execute software test plans to ensure functionality of consumer electronics. Develop and execute software tests to identify software problems and causes. Test system modifications to prepare for implementation. Document software and application defects using a bug tracking system. Create test strategy and test plan for software development life cycle and provide constructive feedback on continuous improvements using the industry standard tools for software testing. Collect key performance indicators (KPIs) to provide suggestions to improve software behavior; support testing of multiple AR/VR technology features and driving the quality via extensive hands-on functional testing of user-facing features and systems. Execute regression testing on the changes from development teams. Work on deep integration with software development engineers to develop test plans, design user studies, triage bugs, and support design reviews. Work closely with automation teams to prioritize and expedite automation initiatives. 40 hours/week. 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 $187,741 - $258,600/yr and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. PAY & BENEFITS: 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: https://www.apple.com/careers/us/benefits.html. Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program. Master's Degree or foreign equivalent in Computer Science or related field and 2 years of experience in the job offered or related occupation. 2 years of experience with each of the following skills is required: Developing the lifecycle of mobile, desktop, or server-side software applications from beta phases through to production. Designing and executing functional and non-functional software testing methodologies, such as unit, integration, performance, and stress tests. Using build and integration CI/CD systems, such as Jenkins, Travis, or CircleCI to automate the build, integration, and testing of software. Debugging and troubleshooting software issues at multiple layers including application, firmware, and wireless protocol stack levels. Performing deep-dive protocol analysis using tools such as Ellisys Bluetooth Analyzer and Teledyne to identify issues in packet sequence, connection parameters, PHY configurations, and BLE advertising intervals Utilizing version control systems, such as Git, Perforce, or Subversion to manage source code and track changes in software projects. Translating design requirements into functional testing requirements and concrete quality strategies. Utilizing UNIX shell environments and command line tools leveraging Bash or Zsh to navigate file systems, manage test environments, and execute test scripts. Programming client-side software applications with Python, Swift, or Objective-C to develop automated test scripts and tools for quality assurance. N/A

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.

Apple Careers

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Learn more about Apple
Size
154,000 employees
Market Cap
$2,074.3 billion
Industry
Net Income
$63.9 billion
Founded
1976
5 Year Trend
+11.5%
Revenue
$294.1 billion
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