Accessibility Software Automation Engineer

Summary

Posted:May 02, 2025

Weekly Hours:40

Role Number:200598754

Are you interested in making the world a better place? Do you want to help influence and create some of Apple’s most important products? Here at Apple we believe that technology is most powerful when it empowers everyone. Our team, Accessibility Automation team is seeking a Software Automation and Tools Engineer to expand the automated test coverage of VoiceOver and other world-class assistive technology products. The ideal candidate will be an experienced programmer interested in learning more about accessibility and Apple’s development technologies.

Description

Apple’s Accessibility team is looking for a motivated and driven Test Automation Engineer to help test features for people with vision, hearing, motor and cognitive disabilities. In our dynamic group, you’ll have the rare and rewarding opportunity to help craft products that improve and enhance the lives of everyone who uses Apple products regardless of differences. The successful candidate will write code ensuring reliability for critical aspects of the accessibility frameworks and applications. You’ll be finding new and creative solutions to challenging engineering problems, while working with a team of smart, creative, and dedicated individuals. By authoring user interface testing code, you’ll be contributing to the quality of Apple’s award-winning accessibility features, including VoiceOver, Switch Control, and Zoom. Critical thinking and the ability to innovate are requirements for this position, however no prior experience with accessibility software is required. You’ll join a small and focused team, but also work closely with the larger Accessibility organization colocated with us. Here you’ll find that we: Have a wide range of experience, from new engineers to Apple veterans. Provide a peaceful and rewarding work environment. Have an encouraging and growth-focused workplace culture. Offer excellent benefits.

Minimum Qualifications

• Experience with at least one of the following languages and related development tools: Python, Javascript, Objective C, or Swift.
• Experience in white-box and black-box testing, automation, command line tools, and test-driven development.
• Passion for quality and attention to detail
• Aptitude for independently learning new technologies.

Preferred Qualifications

• Upbeat, adaptable, and results-oriented attitude.
• Excitement to build software that makes a tangible difference in peoples lives
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

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 $143,100 and $214,500, 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.