Automation Engineer

Apple is a global technology company that designs, manufactures, and sells consumer electronics, software, and services.
$195,500 - $293,800
DevOps
Staff Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
8+ years of experience
Consumer

Description For Automation Engineer

Join the Beats Engineering team at Apple as an Automation Engineer, where you'll play a crucial role in developing and maintaining sophisticated automation environments for embedded systems. This position offers an opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology that enhances the Apple ecosystem experience. You'll be responsible for crafting test frameworks, developing automation tools, and ensuring quality across hardware-software integration.

The role combines deep technical expertise in automation with quality assurance, requiring strong proficiency in Python and embedded systems validation. You'll work with cross-functional teams to develop comprehensive test plans and maintain continuous integration environments. This position is perfect for someone who's passionate about quality and has extensive experience in testing and automation.

At Apple, you'll be rewarded with competitive compensation, including a base salary range of $195,500 to $293,800, plus additional benefits like stock options, comprehensive healthcare, and educational reimbursement. You'll be part of a team that values innovation, quality, and delivering exceptional user experiences. The position offers growth opportunities within one of the world's most influential technology companies, working on products that impact millions of users globally.

The ideal candidate will bring 8+ years of quality testing experience, strong Python programming skills, and expertise in firmware validation for embedded systems. You'll need excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, combined with strong communication skills to collaborate effectively across teams. Knowledge of wireless standards and sensor technologies is a plus.

Last updated 2 days ago

Responsibilities For Automation Engineer

  • Develop and maintain frameworks and sophisticated automation environments
  • Develop test flows and automation infrastructure
  • Drive investigation of use cases and system-level operation
  • Develop software to validate functionality and performance of systems
  • Craft test plans, debug and isolate issues/bugs
  • Report results across multiple teams

Requirements For Automation Engineer

Python
  • 8+ years of quality testing experience
  • Ability to define/design/develop/maintain test automation tools and frameworks
  • Proficiency in Python, with practical experience in coding for testing purposes
  • Hands-on experience in firmware validation methodologies for embedded systems
  • Strong understanding of software QA methodologies, tools, and software development lifecycle
  • BS or MS in CS/CE/EE or equivalent experience

Benefits For Automation Engineer

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Equity
Education Budget
Relocation Benefits
  • Comprehensive medical and dental coverage
  • Retirement benefits
  • Employee stock programs
  • Discretionary restricted stock unit awards
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan with discount
  • Educational expense reimbursement
  • Discretionary bonuses
  • Relocation benefits
  • Product discounts
  • Free services

Interested in this job?

Jobs Related To Apple Automation Engineer

NPI Operations Program Manager - Watch

Lead product launches and operations for Apple Watch as an NPI Operations Program Manager, managing OEM teams and ensuring quality product delivery.

Insight- DevOps Data Engineering Manager

Lead DevOps Data Engineering team at Apple, managing petabyte-scale manufacturing systems and data pipelines for global hardware products.

DevOps Engineering Manager, Employee Experience & Productivity

Lead DevOps engineering team at Apple, managing CI/CD platforms and services for corporate applications while driving innovation and team growth.

Operations Test Manager

Lead Apple's Operations Test Engineering team in delivering production test solutions for iPad and watch product lines, managing test strategy and implementation across supply chain.

AppleCare Service Support Program Manager

Lead program manager role at Apple overseeing service engineering initiatives, requiring 7+ years experience and engineering background, offering competitive compensation and benefits.