Tools and Automation Engineer

Role Overview

Be part of the iOS Device QE team, focused on testing firmware and ensuring ultra-high quality for Apple’s next generation human interface devices. You will be a motivated individual who cares and thinks about user experience, able to collaborate with other engineers to problem solve and understand the basics of firmware.

Responsibilities

• Have a real passion for quality, enjoy breaking things through creative testing
• Thrive in uncertain, early prototype stages of a project when not all features are working yet, and enjoy putting energy into identifying/classifying issues as a way to improve quality
• Enjoying learning and teaching
• Have skill in building new processes or fixing old processes to improve quality of Apple products and efficiency of team
• Experience with embedded systems, microcontrollers and sensors
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Requirements & Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

BS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science or related degrees 3+ years of relevant industry experience Experience leveraging AI-powered development tools to streamline daily workflows, accelerate coding and debugging, creating test frameworks and improve overall code quality and testing methodologies

Preferred Qualifications

MS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science or related degrees Experience writing and/or testing firmware, building embedded systems Knowledge of Mac systems and MacOS/iOS or UNIX variant Track record of shipping great consumer products Testing automation using Python or similar Use of hardware debugging tools USB and Bluetooth CATC, protocol analyzer, logic analyzer, oscilloscope Familiarity with C/C++ or object-oriented programming Test tool development Continuous integration systems Algorithm analysis and validation

Compensation & 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 $144,600 and $263,800, 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.

Application Instructions

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