Software Integrity QA Engineer

SummaryPosted : Weekly Hours : 40 Role Number : 200568777Imagine what you could do here! The people here at Apple don’t just build products we craft the kind of wonder that’s revolutionized entire industries.

It’s the diversity of those people and their ideas that supports the innovation that runs through everything we do, from amazing technology to industry-leading environmental efforts.

Join Apple, and help us leave the world better than we found it. The Creativity Apps team is looking for a software QA engineer with photos, video editing background to contribute to the production of innovative tools for creative professionals, video makers and visual storytellers.

It requires a highly proactive individual with strong creative, technical and analytic skills and passion for new technologies related to computer vision / on device machine learning.

DescriptionIn this role, you will be responsible for planning, designing, maintaining and executing test cases with minimal direction.

Your ability to free test, without scripts and tools, will be paramount. Report bugs with outstanding isolation and regression techniques will be the key to your success.

This role requires balancing a wide variety of deliverables that will rely on your talent for managing priorities and communicating progress and risks effectively and systematically.

Your ongoing curiosity and dedication to self-education in photos and video technologies as well as new testing techniques is what will set you apart.

You will be working closely with other team members to help coordinate multi-functional test efforts. You will be in continual dialogue with Engineering and Design as products evolve and you will need to have compassion for users so you can effectively advocate on their behalf.

The ability to streamline processes for data collection and systematically parse large data sets will be a huge plus.Minimum Qualifications5+ years experience in QA EngineerExperience with digital photography, video, and in-depth knowledge of image editing softwareActive user of photo / video as communication in a classroom setting and / or social mediaStrong knowledge of software development lifecycle, testing methodologies, QA terminology and processesUnderstanding of subjective / objective image quality evaluation, and color science concepts is a strong plusStrong knowledge of software development lifecycle, testing methodologies, QA terminology and processes.

Preferred QualificationsAnalytical, methodical, inquisitive and persistent problem solver committed to driving quality forwardProficient at balancing multiple efforts simultaneously and meeting strict deadlinesCan extract user scenarios from software feature descriptions and requirements to translate them into effective test plans and cases.

Proven bug detection, isolation, and regression skillsOutstanding interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written)Ability to abstract technical details and effectively communicate to audiences at different levelsiOS and macOS familiarityScripting knowledge a plus (Swift, Python, Javascript, etc.

Understanding of UX principalsHave some understanding of computational photography and machine learningPay & BenefitsAt 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.

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 take affirmative action to ensure 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.

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