SDET (Software Development Engineer in Test), File Sync

Apple's Cloud File Providers team is seeking an SDET to shape the future of File Sync on Apple devices. The team is responsible for the FileProvider framework, a crucial technology powering file sync applications like Google Drive and iCloud Drive across iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple Vision Pro.

The FileProvider framework is a sophisticated system that enables seamless file syncing applications by implementing core functionality directly in the operating system. It provides a user-friendly 3rd party API that includes a resilient file syncing engine, automatic content management, integration with Apple's Finder and Files applications, Spotlight search compatibility, and various optimizations for power and performance.

As an SDET, you'll be instrumental in ensuring the quality and reliability of this critical framework. You'll work on crafting comprehensive test plans, evaluating feature quality during development, and maintaining test infrastructure. The role requires strong technical expertise in Python and testing methodologies, with opportunities to work on complex systems that impact millions of users.

The position offers the chance to work with cutting-edge technology at Apple, where innovation and diversity of thought are highly valued. You'll be part of a team that has demonstrated technical leadership through various developer presentations and continues to push the boundaries of file synchronization technology across Apple's ecosystem.

This role combines technical depth with strategic thinking, requiring both hands-on testing expertise and the ability to communicate effectively about quality assurance at a system-wide level. It's an opportunity to impact how millions of users interact with cloud storage on Apple devices while working with a team that values technical excellence and innovation.