Software Development Engineer Test (SDET), Apps

Apple • Cupertino, CA

3h

About The Position

Imagine what you could do here! The people here at Apple don’t just build
products — we craft the kind of wonder that’s revolutionized entire industries.
It’s the diversity of those people and their ideas that supports the innovation
that runs through everything we do, from amazing technology to industry-leading
environmental efforts. Join Apple, and help us leave the world better than we
found it. The Applications team is looking for a Software QA Automation Engineer
to lead automation efforts for the next generation of applications and services.
This position requires an ambitious individual with strong analytical and
creative problem solving skills who can contribute in a fast-paced, diverse team
environment.

DESCRIPTION

In this role, the Software QA Automation Engineer will design, implement, and
maintain automation frameworks and tools used to test consumer apps and
services. This involves close collaboration with cross-functional teams of
software developers, QA engineers, and project managers. Other responsibilities
include monitoring and analyzing test results, maintaining databases for test
cases, and reporting on the quality of features. Additionally, this position may
require API testing and UI testing as needed.

Requirements

• Automation experience with high-level knowledge of modern scripting or compiled languages such as Python, Java, or Swift
• Minimum of 1+ years experience as a Software Engineer in Test, programming in Swift and/or Python to prototype features, create and test with internal tools
• Capacity to define/design/develop/maintain test automation frameworks plus experience with Continuous Integration tools (e.g. Jenkins)
• Expertise with Software Version Control systems like Git (GitHub/Gitlab)
• Experience with API testing and familiarity with server architecture
• Experience automating testing of native app frameworks
• Proficiency with Xcode
• Knowledge of the software development lifecycle and SQA methodologies
• Capability to investigate problems, prioritize accordingly, and propose a resolution
• Demonstrated ability to present technical concepts to diverse audiences
• B.S. in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or equivalent experience

Nice To Haves

• 3-5 years experience as a Software Engineer in Test, programming in Swift and/or Python to prototype features, create and test with internal tools
• Proficiency in manual/UI testing and willingness to engage in both
• Ability to develop and maintain testing tools

Responsibilities

• design, implement, and maintain automation frameworks and tools used to test consumer apps and services
• close collaboration with cross-functional teams of software developers, QA engineers, and project managers
• monitoring and analyzing test results
• maintaining databases for test cases
• reporting on the quality of features
• API testing and UI testing as needed

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level