Software Engineering Manager Test – System Applications

Summary

Posted: Sep 14, 2024

Role Number:200567996

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 Intelligent System Experience Test Engineering organization is looking for a driven and dedicated Software Engineering Manager Test. As a member of our dynamic group, you will have the unique opportunity to be part of leading the quality efforts for the most iconic operating systems – iOS, iPadOS, macOS & visionOS. This team works on some of the core system applications such as Calculator, Contacts, Files, Finder, Spotlight, Setup, Settings and many more. In this role, you will work closely with Engineering, other SDET & QA Managers on delivering the highest quality experience to our customers. Partner with an energetic, hard-working, fun team of managers, engineers, cross-functional teams, and world-class designers to deliver the best system experiences!

Description

As a Software Engineering Manager Test, you will lead a team of six to eight SDETs and QA Engineers responsible for various projects on iOS and macOS. You will collaborate closely with your team, other software engineers, project managers, and other quality teams at Apple. Your responsibilities include coordinating testing with other teams, reviewing test plans and related documentation, delivering scalable integration and UI tests, monitoring progress, and providing sign-offs at critical milestones. Additionally, you will process data from multiple sources, draw insightful conclusions, and present valuable recommendations to leadership. You will also be expected to make valuable contributions to the team’s success as an individual contributor. Your main job responsibilities will include the following: – Manage a team of 6-8 SDETs/QA Engineers – Develop, modify, and execute test strategies & plans which includes both automation and manual testing – Guide team members to build robust scalable automation tests – Coordinate and optimize testing in a cross-functional environment – Reporting, providing sign-offs & escalations of issues

Minimum Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in leading a team of SDETs and/or QA Engineers on shipping new products/technologies with a strong focus on testability
• Experience in developing code in Objective-C or Swift to test API SDK or frameworks
• Bachelor of Computer Science or related field or equivalent work experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Detail oriented, analytical and a creative problem solver with interest in developing high quality test software
• Passionate about great customer experience specially great UI experience
• Comfortable working in a continually changing and dynamic environment and driving top issues to resolution
• Open-minded with strong collaboration 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 $181,000 and $313,000, 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.