Software Development Engineer in Test- Retail Engineering

Apple - Sunnyvale, CA

Full-time

Sunnyvale, CA

Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing

About the position

Apple's Retail & Online Stores (R&OS) Quality Engineering team is actively seeking a motivated and innovative Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) who possesses strong problem-solving abilities and effective interpersonal skills. This role is ideal for a proactive individual who excels in dynamic environments, thrives on ambiguity, and can collaborate effectively with minimal direct supervision. We are looking for a self-motivated teammate who not only flourishes in collaborative environments but also demonstrates initiative and confidence in questioning assumptions. As an integral member of our team, you will be pivotal in developing and maintaining automated test frameworks aimed at optimizing our CI/CD pipeline within our e-commerce environment. You will apply your expertise to craft robust tests that ensure the seamless functioning of our platform's continuously evolving features. Your role is essential in ensuring that new features implemented on the Apple online store not only meet functional requirements but also uphold the exceptional standards expected of a thriving eCommerce platform. In this position, you will design, develop, and maintain automated test frameworks and suites using Java-based frameworks such as JUnit and TestNG to validate backend functionalities of our eCommerce platform. You will collaborate closely with software engineers, product managers, and other stakeholders to understand requirements and ensure comprehensive test coverage. Implementing and executing test plans and test cases will be a key part of your responsibilities to ensure comprehensive test coverage. You will perform API testing using tools like REST Assured to validate data integrity and functionality of backend services. As an automation specialist, you will define requirements and propose solutions to streamline the testing process with a strong commitment to ownership. Engaging in in-depth technical dialogues with the engineering team, you will comprehend software workflows and use cases, ensuring the system's testability. You will need to be self-motivated, able to grasp issues quickly, and make educated, critical judgments in the absence of complete requirements. Delivering timely and precise updates on testing status and quality metrics to stakeholders throughout all testing phases will be essential, along with compiling Quality outcomes summaries upon project completion. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills will be necessary to effectively debug and resolve complex technical issues. You will advocate for superior software testing practices within the team and foster adoption across the organization, promoting software development methodologies that enhance overall software quality. Adaptability to thrive in fast-paced environments with frequent context switching will be crucial.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain automated test frameworks and suites using Java-based frameworks such as JUnit and TestNG.
• Collaborate closely with software engineers, product managers, and other stakeholders to understand requirements and ensure comprehensive test coverage.
• Implement and execute test plans and test cases to ensure comprehensive test coverage.
• Perform API testing using tools like REST Assured to validate data integrity and functionality of backend services.
• Define requirements and propose solutions to streamline the testing process with a strong commitment to ownership.
• Engage in in-depth technical dialogues with the engineering team to comprehend software workflows and use cases.
• Deliver timely and precise updates on testing status and quality metrics to stakeholders throughout all testing phases.
• Compile Quality outcomes summary upon project completion.
• Advocate for superior software testing practices within the team and foster adoption across the organization.
• Adapt to thrive in fast-paced environments with frequent context switching.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent field with a minimum of 3+ years hands-on programming experience.
• Solid understanding of software development lifecycle, testing methodologies, QA terminology and processes.
• Proven experience as an SDET or similar role, with a focus on testing eCommerce platforms or large-scale web applications.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Java.
• 2+ years experience with test automation frameworks like JUnit, TestNG, etc.
• Analytical, methodical, inquisitive and persistent problem solver committed to driving quality forward.
• Ability to abstract technical details and effectively communicate to audiences at different levels.
• Proficient at balancing multiple efforts simultaneously and meeting strict deadlines.
• Solid understanding of web technologies including HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and HTTP/HTTPS protocols.

Nice-to-haves

• Familiarity with cloud platforms like AWS and containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes) is a plus.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.