Tools & Automation Engineer

Apple•San Diego, CA

About The Position

We are seeking a highly motivated and technically proficient Tools and Automation Engineer to own the development, maintenance, and expansion of our test automation capabilities for iCloud's core products across iOS, macOS, and Web. The ideal candidate is technically strong, comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, possesses a solid understanding of software development principles, and is adept at creating robust, maintainable, and scalable automation solutions. You will analyze existing codebases, contribute to their improvement, and develop new automation strategies to address evolving business needs. Most importantly, you are a creative problem-solver with a commitment to delivering high-quality results.

Requirements

BS in Computer Science, Computer Engineering (or equivalent experience).
2+ years of experience working as a Software Test Automation Engineer.
Good understanding of software development lifecycles, testing methodologies, and QA processes.
Proven Software QA/black box testing experience.
Strong understanding and application of programming and scripting languages such as Swift and Python.
Experience designing and building automated test frameworks.
Proficient in creating automation test plans and test cases using XCTest.
Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to investigate, debug, and triage difficult problems both independently and cooperatively.

Nice To Haves

Ability to lead quality for cross-functional efforts.
Proficient in programming and scripting languages such as Python and Swift.
Knowledge of WebDriver protocol, Selenium or Appium.
Strong technical experience on multiple platforms (OS X and iOS).
Experience identifying automation requirements and designing solutions to address test execution challenges.
Proven experience in developing robust, maintainable, extensible, and scalable automation solutions.
Experience using Xcode to write, triage, and debug automation scripts, as well as test harness enhancements, primarily focused on UI applications.
Experience diagnosing and debugging complex systems.
Exceptional collaborative skills including networking, documentation, and presentation skills.
Comfortable and adaptable in a fast-paced and informal environment.
Ability to respond and react to changing priorities quickly and efficiently.
Proven experience working on multi-functional projects, collaborating with various teams to achieve project objectives.
Creative thinker and strong problem solver.
Familiarity with AI/ML model development, deployment, and evaluation.