Job Details

Software Development Engineer in Test

Cupertino, California, United States

Software and Services

Summary

Posted: May 22, 2025

Weekly Hours: 40

Role Number: 200606019

The WTE Quality team is looking for a motivated and detail oriented, Software Development Testing Engineer with excellent critical thinking, problem isolation, interpersonal and leadership skills. The Quality Engineering team is responsible for the functional validation of the iOS Frameworks supporting all current Apple Pay features and use cases involving NFC and other wireless protocols. The engineer will work with development and quality engineers within multiple organizations, working to qualify the complex features planned for future iOS and WatchOS.

Description

As a member of this team, you will join a diverse group responsible for qualifying NFC Use Cases (Apple Pay, Digital Car Key, NFC Reader Mode, etc.) on Apple’s innovative devices. In this role, you will assume a multi-functional role that involves qualifying new and exciting features related to Apple Pay and the Secure Element. The team is tasked with developing robust automation frameworks and tools to support the automated tests they implement to assist in the qualification of the upcoming features. This role will require a balance between designing test plans, implementing tools, automating tests, and leading engineers through testing and implementation initiatives.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent experience required

• 5+ years of experience working as a Software Engineer (Development or Testing)

• Strong object-oriented programming and design skills in Python

Preferred Qualifications

• Background in automated framework development and test execution

• Ability to think analytically and creatively to solve problems

• Strong and effective prioritization skills, enabling excellent multitasking

• Proficiency with Swift, Objective-C, C++, and/or Java

• Experience with AI/ML systems and prompt engineering, including ability to design, implement, and evaluate effective prompts for LLMs

• Familiarity with Splunk or other monitoring/reporting tools

• Experience using git/version control and the development integration lifecycle with CI/CD systems

• Experience in wireless technologies (NFC, Bluetooth etc)

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 $143,100 and $264,200, 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.

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