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Software Engineer in Test - System Experience, T3E

San Diego, CAOnsiteFull TimePosted 2 months agoVisa sponsorship available

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Required skills

  • SpringBoard
  • Spotlight
  • iOS
  • iPadOS
  • macOS
  • watchOS
  • tvOS
  • System Experience
  • Test Engineering
  • Continuous Integration

Nice to have

  • API
  • SDK
  • Frameworks
  • unit-tests
  • regression tests
  • functional tests

Role summary

Apple is seeking a Software Engineer in Test with System Experience for its T3E team. This role involves ensuring the quality of Apple's operating systems (iOS, iPadOS, macOS, watchOS, tvOS) and their associated apps and frameworks. You will work on projects like SpringBoard and Spotlight, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software through continuous integration testing, a blend of manual and automated testing, and meticulous attention to UI details. A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience is required, along with three years of software engineering experience.

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 System Experience Test Engineering team is looking for a driven and dedicated software engineer. As a member of our dynamic group, you will have the unique and phenomenal opportunity to be part of testing the most iconic operating systems. From Lock Screen and Notifications to Spotlight and Settings, the System Experience team is responsible for ensuring the quality of Apple’s ecosystems, as well as the apps and frameworks that drive Apple’s leading platforms on iOS, iPadOS, macOS, watchOS and tvOS.

Description


As a Software Engineer in Test, you will work on a multi-functional team which is responsible for projects such as SpringBoard and Spotlight. You will work closely with software engineers, project managers and other Apple quality teams. You will ensure that Apple delivers the next generation of its operating systems with the highest quality by providing continuous integration testing. A mix of manual testing supplemented by automated suites help ensure scale, but need to be able to focus on the larger projects while sweating the small UI details.

Minimum Qualifications


Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field. Two years of directly related work experience can substitute for the education requirement. Three years of experience as a software engineer.

Preferred Qualifications


Experience writing code in Swift or Objective C to test an API, SDK, or Frameworks Experience writing and triaging automated software tests (e.g., unit-tests, regression tests, functional tests, stress tests) Experience in developing test plans, assessing risk, filing appropriate bugs, and consolidating bug reports Experience in driving development and deployment of relevant testing tools and infrastructure Experience with XCTest and Xcode Detail oriented, analytical, and creative problem solver with passion for quality processes Ability to triage problems, prioritize accordingly, and propose a resolution Ability to work independently, raise issues and take corrective action Keen eye for detail

Sample Apple interview questions

  • 1

    Design a typeahead box for a search engine

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  • 2

    Design a rate limiter

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  • 3

    Architect a key-value store for distributed systems.

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  • 4

    Design a system to schedule jobs in a distributed environment

    system designmedium
  • 5

    What is an API and how does it work?

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