About the position
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. Working on Applied Networking provides a chance to shape popular features like AirDrop, NameDrop, iPhone Mirroring, Share Sheet, Continuity Camera etc. pushing the boundaries of quality and user experience. You will play a key role in ensuring Apple's products deliver seamless, cutting-edge interactions across the ecosystem.
Responsibilities
- Validate Applied Networking features to ensure an exceptional customer experience.
- Develop test environments and maintain essential tests and tools.
- Convey product health across teams through strong communication.
- Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams on new features.
- Work with the automation framework team to improve automated testing and processes.
- Participate in defining testing strategies and methodologies.
- Provide concise reports and updates on test coverage, issues, and product quality to stakeholders.
- Develop and manage test data, tools, and utilities to streamline testing processes.
- Identify, document, and track software defects, collaborating with developers to resolve issues.
- Analyze test results, troubleshoot failures, and generate detailed reports on software quality.
- Continuously improve test automation coverage by integrating new tests and refining existing ones.
- Mentor peers and take on leadership roles within the team.
Requirements
- BS in Computer Science, Computer Engineering (or equivalent experience).
- Experience with Python, Swift, or other object-oriented programming languages.
- Good understanding of development lifecycles, testing methodologies, and QA processes.
- Experience in developing comprehensive test plans, test cases and automating them.
- Good debugging and troubleshooting skills with a passion for quality.
Nice-to-haves
- Proven experience working on cross-functional projects.
- Skilled at debugging, troubleshooting, and critical thinking on bug prioritization.
- Experience using Xcode to write, triage, and debug automation scripts.
- Strong interpersonal skills for effective communication across teams.
- Self-motivated and resourceful with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
- Ability to establish and maintain productive working relationships.
- Comfortable working in fast-paced development environments with rapid release cycles.
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical and dental coverage.
- Retirement benefits.
- Discounted products and free services.
- Reimbursement for certain educational expenses, including tuition.
- Opportunity to participate in Apple's discretionary employee stock programs.
- Eligibility for discretionary bonuses or commission payments.
- Relocation assistance.
