Software Engineering Manager Test - System Applications

Apple - San Diego, CA

Full-time - Mid Level

San Diego, CA

Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing

About the position

The Software Engineering Manager Test - System Applications at Apple is responsible for leading a team of Software Development Engineers in Test (SDETs) and QA Engineers to ensure the quality of core system applications across various operating systems, including iOS, iPadOS, macOS, and visionOS. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality user experiences and managing testing strategies and plans.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team of 6-8 SDETs/QA Engineers.
• Develop, modify, and execute test strategies and plans, including both automation and manual testing.
• Guide team members in building robust scalable automation tests.
• Coordinate and optimize testing in a cross-functional environment.
• Monitor progress and provide sign-offs at critical milestones.
• Process data from multiple sources and present insightful conclusions and recommendations to leadership.

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in leading a team of SDETs and/or QA Engineers on shipping new products/technologies with a strong focus on testability.
• Experience in developing code in Objective-C or Swift to test API SDK or frameworks.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field or equivalent work experience.

Nice-to-haves

• Detail-oriented, analytical, and a creative problem solver with an interest in developing high-quality test software.
• Passionate about great customer experience, especially great UI experience.
• Comfortable working in a continually changing and dynamic environment and driving top issues to resolution.
• Open-minded with strong collaboration skills.

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage
• 401k retirement savings plan
• Paid holidays
• Flexible scheduling
• Professional development opportunities