The Software Development Engineer in Test role at Apple focuses on maintaining high standards of quality and privacy across various platforms including iOS, macOS, and more. The position involves implementing automated tests for critical features such as Mail, Messages, and FaceTime. The ideal candidate will work collaboratively with engineering teams to create robust tests and advocate for testable development practices. This role also emphasizes the importance of analyzing test results and driving complex software issues to resolution.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent.
• Experience developing in Python, Java, Swift, C/C++, or Objective-C.
• Experience in the software development lifecycle and development tools like git.
• Experience in testing and automating APIs, UIs, and Native Applications for Mobile and/or Desktop.
• Experience working with Continuous Integration systems.
• Proficiency in Swift or Objective-C.
• Proficiency in XCTest, XCUITest, and Xcode.
• Familiarity with databases, SQL, and scripting languages.
• Excellent written and communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to drive an automated testing project.
• Strong understanding of Quality Engineering methodologies and practices.
• Ability to build effective working relationships.
• Proficient in refactoring, test automation, testable and modular code, and build infrastructure.

• Design, develop, and maintain automation test frameworks and tests for new features that span across multiple platforms.
• Streamline automated test reporting leveraging various communication mediums.
• Perform root cause analysis on bugs found via automation.
• Investigate issues blocking automated runs and resolve them in a timely manner.
• Ensure scalability and efficiency of the test infrastructure.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with various teams to achieve strategic quality goals.

• 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.