Software Quality Engineer - Apple Vision Pro (Apps)

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. Apple Vision Pro is a revolutionary spatial computer that seamlessly blends digital content with your physical space. It will allow us to do the things we love in ways never before possible - all while staying connected to the people around us. Want to help build the technology to enable Apple's newest creative endeavors? Are you a fan of tackling tough problems and obsessed with quality? We are looking for an experienced software quality engineer to help us create and execute a testing strategy for the advanced suite of applications supporting Vision Pro.

Description You will be responsible for planning, executing, and maintaining comprehensive test coverage for hardware and software features. This includes authoring test cases, identifying regressions, and driving bugs to resolution through clear, concise reporting. You'll work closely with cross-functional engineering teams to validate functionality, performance, and stability across product areas. Strong communication and collaboration skills are essential as you'll be interfacing with development, QA, and program teams. This role demands a highly technical and detail-oriented mindset, along with a strong sense of ownership and a passion for product quality.

Minimum Qualifications

• BS in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or equivalent experience
• Solid understanding of development lifecycles, QA methodologies, and structured test processes
• Experience creating comprehensive test plans and cases based on product requirements and user scenarios
• Skilled in debugging across hardware and software layers with a focus on root cause and impact
• 3-5+ years of QA experience in AR/VR systems and hardware & software integration products

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong foundation in QA methodologies with a systematic approach to test planning, case development, and full stack validation
• Demonstrated ability to ship stable, high quality features under fast-paced development cycles while ensuring performance and regression coverage
• Proficient in Python or Swift with hands-on automation development in Xcode, emphasizing UI validation and real world device use cases
• Skilled in root cause analysis and bug triage, with a sharp eye for identifying high impact issues and driving them to resolution
• Effective communicator with a proven track record of cross functional influence, driving alignment on quality risks and release decisions
• * Passionate about immersive technologies with a proactive, detail obsessed mindset and a commitment to product excellence

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 $141,800 and $258,600, 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.

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