The WTE Quality team is seeking a Software Development Engineer in Test to support Apple's Car Key validation efforts. This role focuses on writing, debugging, and maintaining automation for validating Digital Car Key features across various systems. The position emphasizes collaboration with development and quality engineers to ensure high-quality functionality. Additionally, it leverages AI-assisted tools to enhance testing workflows and improve overall software validation.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent experience
• 5+ years of experience in software engineering with a focus on test automation, debugging, or system validation
• Strong programming skills in Python
• Proficiency in Objective-C and/or Swift
• Demonstrated experience using AI/ML tools and LLMs to enhance engineering productivity
• Strong critical thinking and analytical skills with the ability to isolate issues in complex systems
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively in cross-functional team environments
• Experience testing or validating embedded systems
• Experience with automation frameworks for hardware/software integration testing
• Deep familiarity with wireless protocols including NFC, BLE, and UWB
• Experience with the Car Connectivity Consortium Digital Key specification
• Proficiency with git, CI/CD systems, and development integration lifecycles
• Familiarity with prompt engineering and the ability to design effective LLM workflows for engineering tasks

• Write, debug, and maintain automation for validating Digital Car Key features
• Collaborate with development and quality engineers to identify and isolate issues
• Ensure that Car Key functionality meets Apple's quality standards
• Leverage AI-assisted tools to accelerate development workflows and improve test coverage
• Think critically about complex system behavior and collaborate across teams
• Continuously seek better ways to validate software at the embedded level

• 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.