At Apple Maps, we're not just building world-class location experiences - we're shaping the future of how people explore and navigate the world. As a Software Development Engineering Manager in Test Automation, you'll lead a high-impact team that's passionate about quality, automation, and innovation. You'll drive the development and evolution of sophisticated test automation solutions that ensure the reliability and performance of Maps across all Apple platforms and devices.\\nOur team culture is built on deep collaboration, shared ownership, and the principle that quality is everyone's responsibility. We support each other, challenge each other, and grow together-all while solving some of the most complex test automation problems at Apple. If you're energized by mentoring talented engineers, pushing boundaries in automation and AI-driven testing, and working with an exceptional group of collaborators, we'd love to have you join us.\\n
As the Software Development Engineering Manager for the Apple Maps Client Automation team, you'll lead a team of 9 Software Engineers in Test and play a pivotal role in advancing the automation infrastructure that ensures the accuracy, reliability, and performance of Apple Maps across all Apple platforms-from iOS and macOS to watchOS and visionOS.\nIn this role, you'll combine technical leadership with strategic vision. You'll mentor a talented engineering team, define technical direction, and champion the integration of generative AI tools into our automation systems. Your work will directly impact how millions of users experience Apple Maps every day, enabling faster releases with higher confidence and better quality.\n
5+ years of software development experience \n3+ years managing technical teams of 5+ software engineers, with a demonstrated track record of shipping high-quality products and growing team members\nFamiliarity with asynchronous programming and testing patterns (async/await, callbacks, concurrency, dispatch queues, thread safety)\nStrong understanding of CI/CD pipelines, automation infrastructure, and tools (e.g., ATP, Jenkins, Xcode Cloud, or equivalent)\nDirect experience defining test automation strategies and partnering with diverse stakeholders to architect scalable solutions\nProven ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly to diverse audiences (engineers, managers, product teams)\nBachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or equivalent professional experience in test automation or platform development\nDemonstrated commitment to building inclusive, collaborative teams and fostering psychological safety
Programming expertise in Swift, Python, or Objective-C\nExperience with Apple platforms and frameworks (UIKit, SwiftUI, MapKit, or similar large-scale system APIs)\nExposure to or direct experience with generative AI tools and their applications in software quality and automation\nFamiliarity with large-scale distributed systems, performance testing, or backend infrastructure\nTrack record of building or scaling test automation infrastructure from the ground up\nExperience mentoring engineers through career transitions or significant skill-building initiatives\nStrong understanding of Mapping, Navigation, or other geospatial technologies\nExperience with accessibility testing and ensuring inclusive user experiences\nMaster's degree in Computer Science or related field
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- Dice Id: 90733111
- Position Id: 79e6d18da799e77862e5eb4ae7c8ecdd
- Posted 5 hours ago
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