Senior Software Quality Engineer – VPG Creative Applications

Summary

Posted: Mar 12, 2025

Role Number:200594833

Apple is where individual imaginations gather, committing to the values that lead to great work. Every new product we build, service we create, or Apple Store experience we deliver results from our collaboration to strengthen each other’s ideas. This happens because each of us shares a belief that we can create 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 running through everything we do. When we bring everyone in, we can do the best work of our lives. Here, you’ll do more than join something — you’ll add something. Are you ready to explore a new application domain with a talented and collaborative team? Apple’s Creative Applications Team within the Vision Products Group is seeking a skilled Software Quality Engineer to help us automate and test a suite of graphically intense and highly interactive applications. As a member of our dynamic organization, you will have the rare and rewarding opportunity to help create new products that will delight and inspire millions of people every single day.

Description

In this role, you will be responsible for shipping world-class user experiences and act as the voice of our end-users. You will help with defining test plans, execution of manual testing, identifying opportunities for automation of manual test cases and developing and maintaining automated test suites for exercising various application features and continuously look for ways to improve and enhance system reliability, and performance. This role requires experience with both manual and automated test development and execution. Responsibilities include defining and implementing manual test plans, working with a team of engineers and existing automation infrastructure to adapt and expand automation test coverage, monitoring CI performance & test results analysis, maintaining reporting for test cases and results. You will be responsible for driving all the quality work you’re doing and also be a strong advocate for quality in the overall Software development process. This position requires a self-motivated and dynamic individual with strong technical and communication skills who can contribute in a team environment. You should be able to communicate at a high level and dive into technical details with key partners or leaders. Your leadership skills will drive communication across multiple organizations, negotiate various asks and cultivate growth within the team.

Minimum Qualifications

• 6+ years of software quality testing experience in combined manual and automation roles
• Proficiency in Python, with practical experience in coding for testing purposes
• Strong understanding of software QA methodologies, tools, and software development lifecycle
• Ability to define/design/develop/maintain test automation tools and frameworks
• BS in CS/CE/EE or equivalent experience

Preferred Qualifications

• MS in CS/CE/EE or equivalent experience
• Experience with real-time and non real-time 3D graphics and rendering experience building
• Experience with automated image comparison methods and practices
• Good understanding of image and video quality metrics and evaluation methodology
• Experience with Apple software ecosystem, including building automation using Swift, XCUI
• Familiarity with game development and game engines, i.e. Unity or Unreal
• Exposure to augmented reality (AR) or virtual reality (VR) application

Pay & 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 $165,500 and $293,800, 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.
  
  Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.