System Frameworks iOS Automation Engineer

Summary

The Cocoa team designs and implements frameworks which deliver user level features and developer APIs that are essential building blocks used by Apple and third parties to create top-notch applications for the Apple platforms. The team's deliverables include a wide range of rich functionality in areas such as user interface, text, graphics, document handling, asset management, data modeling, persistence, concurrency, and operating system interaction.We are looking for critical thinkers with a sharp eye for detail who would like to play a key role in qualifying the Cocoa frameworks and helping ensure Apple software is of the highest quality.

Key Qualifications

5+ years of Test Automation development and CI experienceUnderstanding of Application development and Unit Testing preferably using Xcode and XCTestStrong object oriented programming and software design skills, preferably in Swift or Objective-CAbility to investigate, and debug difficult runtime problems on Unix based systems and work towards resolutionExperience with developing system and feature level test plans and test casesExperience writing production-ready automated UI and non-UI tests

Description

This is a hybrid QA/Automation role with a focus on leading our overall automation effort for iOS. As a Tools and Automation Quality Engineer you will work alongside engineering teams to deeply understand the technology and develop test plans around it. Your automation work will involve developing and maintaining test applications and automated test suites for exercising various SDK/APIs and functionality in the System for the Graphics, Text and UI frameworks. Your debugging skills and attention to detail will help us to mine actionable defect reports on a daily basis while continually improving the health of our test products.We encourage curiosity and initiative, value diversity, and depend on the ability to learn and grow when approaching new features and technology. Are you ready to help us innovate and evolve our testing?

Education & Experience

BA/BS in Computer Science/Engineering or equivalent professional experience.

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 $132,300.00 and $241,500.00, 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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  Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure 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.