SOFTWARE QA ENGINEER

Software QA Engineer

Cupertino, California, United States

Software and Services

Summary

Posted : Jun 04, 2025

Role Number : 200607658

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.

The Intelligent System Experience Engineering organization is looking for a driven and detail-oriented Software QA Engineer. As a member of our dynamic group, you will have the unique opportunity to contribute towards the quality efforts for the most iconic operating systems - iOS, iPadOS, macOS & visionOS. This team works on some of the core system applications such as Setup, Settings, Clock, Alarms, Calculator and many more. In this role, you will work closely with Engineering, other QA Engineers and SDETs on delivering the highest quality experience to our customers.

Partner with an energetic, hard-working, fun team of managers, engineers, cross-functional teams, and world-class designers to deliver the best system experiences!

Description

Youll join a dynamic and fast-paced team of functional testing engineers to ensure that our software meets the high-quality bar Apple is known for. Part of your responsibilities will include testing like a user while being vigilant about every issue that is encountered during a structured test pass. You will become extremely fine-tuned in assessing the impact of each bug on a customer’s overall product experience. You will process results, report bugs & draw important conclusions and share with the engineering teams. You must be flexible and able to bounce between varied tasks efficiently.

You must have a passion for exceptional user experience and a dedication to delivering the highest quality products for both our customers and our stakeholders.

Minimum Qualifications

• 3+ years of relevant work experience working in manual software testing under high pressure situations
• Advanced proficiency with iOS macOS or other operating systems such as Unix / Linux
• BS in Computer Science or equivalent experience or a closely related field or equivalent work experience

Preferred Qualifications

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 $112,900 and $234,700, 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. ( https : / / www.apple.com / careers / us / benefits.html )

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 ( https : / / www.eeoc.gov / sites / default / files / 2023-06 / 22-088 _EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf) .

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 ( https : / / www.eeoc.gov / sites / default / files / 2023-06 / 22-088 _EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf) .

Apple will not discriminate or retaliate against applicants who inquire about, disclose, or discuss their compensation.

Apple participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations as required by law.Learn more about the E-Verify program ( https : / / www.apple.com / jobs / pdf / EverifyPosterEnglish.pdf ) .

Apple is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with physical and mental disabilities. Reasonable Accommodation and Drug Free Workplace policy Learn more .

Apple is a drug-free workplace. Reasonable Accommodation and Drug Free Workplace policy Learn more .

Apple will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable law. If you’re applying for a position in San Francisco, review the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance guidelines applicable in your area.

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

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