Software Developer In Test - Camera and Photos

The Camera & Photos team at Apple is seeking a Software Development Engineer in Test to drive the quality of Apple's Camera & Photos apps. This role involves designing, implementing, executing, and triaging complex automation test suites. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background in software automation testing, application backend systems, and AI, with expertise in Python or Swift scripting. Responsibilities include developing and supporting automation frameworks, working with cross-functional teams, and delivering high-quality releases for iOS, macOS, and other platforms.

Must Have

• Design and implement complex automation test suites.
• Execute, triage, and report automation test results to management.
• Develop and support automation scripts, libraries, frameworks, and tools.
• Work alongside quality and development engineering teams on multiple projects.
• Drive automated backend functional and Apple Intelligence testing.
• Deliver high-quality releases for iOS, macOS, and other platforms.
• Strong programming and communication skills.
• Highly self-motivated, able to multi-task and change priorities quickly.
• Understand modern software construction and propose fixes to production code.
• Creative thinker and strong problem solver.
• Results-oriented engineer, self-motivated, and values teamwork.

Good to Have

• Familiarity with Testing Frameworks (e.g., pyunit).
• Working knowledge of Apple platforms (iOS, macOS).
• Strong problem solving, critical thinking, organizational and communication skills.
• Strong debugging skills in Python, Swift or similar language.
• Understanding of SQL databases with complex schemas.
• Experience with cloud sync technologies.
• Experience using AI technologies to improve workflows.

Perks & Benefits

• Comprehensive medical and dental coverage
• Retirement benefits
• Discounted products and free services
• Reimbursement for certain educational expenses (tuition)
• Discretionary bonuses or commission payments (if eligible)
• Relocation assistance (if eligible)
• Opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through employee stock programs

iPhone is the most popular camera in the world producing millions of treasured moments. The seamless integration of software and hardware has led to features like Apple Intelligence, smart curated experiences using users photos, and advanced photographic features which deliver experiences that are magical. The Camera & Photos team focuses on bringing a world-class photographic experience to all our users. The Photos QA team is currently looking for a software development engineer in test to join us in driving the quality of Apple’s Camera & Photos apps. We are seeking that unique individual with a strong technical background and understanding of software automation testing technologies. Great candidates are experienced tools & automation engineers who have a strong understanding of application back end systems and AI who also possess strong debugging and troubleshooting skills.

As a Camera & Photos Software Development Engineer in Test, you will be responsible for designing and implementing complex automation test suites, executing and triaging those, and reporting results to management and cross functional teams. The ideal candidate has a solid understanding of modern software construction and can take defects that are found and propose fixes to the production code. You are a creative thinker and strong problem solver, and have experience in Python or Swift scripting / automation. Given that Camera & Photos creates fast moving, cutting-edge solutions, you possess strong multi-tasking skills and can change focus quickly. Finally, you are a results oriented engineer, who is a self-motivated individual contributor, but understands and embraces the value of teamwork and collaboration.

• The primary responsibility will be the development and support of automation scripts, libraries, frameworks and tools. This position requires a highly self-motivated individual with strong programming and communication skills to work alongside quality and development engineering teams on multiple concurrent projects. You will be part of a team driving our automated backend functional and Apple Intelligence testing and delivering high-quality releases for iOS, macOS, and other platforms.

• 4-6 years experience in the software industry, with focus and true passion for quality via automation test design and development
• Strong understanding of quality assurance software testing and test planning as well as efficient test case design.
• Strong experience developing automation using Python or Swift, and experience with Jenkins, shell, JSON, and SQL
• Strong understanding of OOP concepts especially as they pertain to Python or Swift
• The successful candidate will be highly motivated, can multi-task, and change priorities quickly as needed.

• Familiarity with Testing Frameworks - eg, such as pyunit, etc.
• Working knowledge of Apple platforms such as iOS and macOS is preferred
• Strong problem solving, critical thinking, organizational and communication skills
• Strong debugging skills in python, Swift or similar language
• Must have an understanding of SQL databases with complex schemas
• Experience with cloud sync technologies a plus
• Experience using AI technologies to improve workflows a strong plus
• B.S. in Computer Science or equivalent experience

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 $147,400 and $272,100, 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.

Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant

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Apple accepts applications to this posting on an ongoing basis.