Software QA Engineer

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." Are you a musician or recording engineer? Do you use GarageBand, Logic or Voice Memos already? Put that expertise to work testing Apple's industry-leading sound and music creation apps. Join the Audio and Music Apps team where everyone's a musician

Description

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 a musician Our team practices fast-paced development that relies heavily on a tight relationship between developers, testers, and product design. This position requires a highly self-motivated person with strong technical and communication skills. Excellent bug isolation and reporting skills, attention to detail and being a critical thinker are requirements.

Responsibilities

• Daily responsibilities include performing functional and regression tests-both manually and using tools-maintaining a set of test devices, test case design and providing feedback on product design.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or 3 years manual QA experience
• Experience with audio recording technology and principles
• Experience with Apple hardware running iOS, macOS and watchOS
• Thorough understanding of the application development life-cycle
• Strong analytical, problem solving and creative thinking skills
• An enthusiasm for user-focused design and high-quality products
• Adaptable and comfortable in a dynamic environment

Preferred Qualifications

• 5+ years experience testing both iOS and macOS devices
• Advanced musical audio production skills using leading industry DAWs
• Proficient with Python, shell scripting
• Experience in designing, writing, deploying, and monitoring automated test suites
• Ability to independently problem solve, research, and adapt while learning new technologies

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 $134,800 and $245,800, 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.

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 .

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Client-provided location(s): Culver City, CA

Job ID: apple-200626174-0670

Employment Type: OTHER

Posted: 2025-10-19T19:11:32