Software Development Engineer in Test - Retail Engineering AOS

Job Description

Join Apple's Retail Engineering Apps & Services (REAS) Quality Engineering team as a Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) to design, develop, and maintain automated test frameworks for their eCommerce platform.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related field, OR equivalent work experience
• Strong knowledge of software development lifecycle, testing methodologies, QA terminology and processes

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain automated test frameworks and suites using Java-based frameworks such as JUnit and TestNG
• Collaborate closely with software engineers, product managers, and other stakeholders to understand requirements and ensure comprehensive test coverage
• Implement and execute test plans and test cases to thoroughly validate application functionality
• Perform API testing using tools like REST Assured to verify data integrity and the functionality of backend services
• Participate in code reviews and provide feedback to enhance testability and maintainability of the codebase
• Engage actively in post-mortem discussions to identify root causes and strategize on preventing recurrence of issues
• Define testing requirements and propose solutions to optimize testing processes with a strong sense of ownership
• Provide timely and accurate updates on testing status and quality metrics to stakeholders throughout all testing phases
• Apply strong analytical and problem-solving skills to debug and resolve complex technical issues effectively
• Advocate for high-quality software testing practices within the team and promote adoption of development methodologies that drive overall software quality
• Adapt quickly and effectively in fast-paced environments with frequent context switching

Benefits

• Employees at Apple are often offered comprehensive benefits that support physical and mental well-being—flexible medical plans, confidential counseling, onsite wellness centers at major campuses, and resources for fitness and daily life. Families typically receive fertility support, paid parental leave with gradual return, caregiving leave, and dependent-care guidance, while financial perks commonly include stock grants (with purchase discounts), 401(k) matching, and income-protection coverage. Employees also see robust time off, Apple University learning and tuition reimbursement, donation matching and paid volunteer hours, and deep product and partner discounts.