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Software Developer in Test - HomeKit

Yesterday San Diego, CA

The Home Team provides the foundation that enables an entire ecosystem of secure and intelligent home connectivity. We are developing technologies and building experiences that revolutionize the way people harmonize with their Homes. Our goals are simple but the task is large; craft the most amazing home automation experience in the world that our customers will love.

The Home QE team is seeking a highly motivated Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) who is passionate about analyzing and optimizing iOS apps, systems and frameworks. You will be leading reliability and performance investigations based on field and internal testing to pinpoint areas of improvement, working cross functionally to implement changes, and crafting benchmarks and tools to help streamline the process.

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Description

We are seeking an experienced engineer that can help us lead technical investigations that help improve the stability of the Apple Home Ecosystem. Responsibility and tasks include:

Driving end-to-end product reliability based on insights driven by field data analysis

Design tests and develop automated test solutions to benchmark and stress the HomeKit framework

Analyzing and visualizing data from application/algorithm performance and real-world lab test scenarios

Collaboration cross functionally with development and QE teams across different sites and timezones

Preferred Qualifications

Proven track record of driving end-to-end product reliability

Expertise in data analysis/visualization tools like Splunk and Tableau

Expertise of tools and techniques for analyzing and benchmarking of operating systems, application/algorithm performance

Experience with Swift/Objective-C or XCtest

Deep understanding of Operating System and Wireless concepts

Knowledge of AI/ML & audio/video testing

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Computer or Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or equivalent experience.

5+ years programming experience in Python or C/C++ to develop tools and automations frameworks

5+ years experience in a quality or performance focused role working on consumer facing products or services

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 .

Client-provided location(s): San Diego, CA
Job ID: apple-200611370-3543_rxr-658
Employment Type: OTHER
Posted: 2025-11-10T19:05:24

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Parental Benefits

      • Work Flexibility

        • Office Life and Perks

          • Vacation and Time Off

            • Financial and Retirement

              • Professional Development

                • Diversity and Inclusion

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