Software Updates Quality Engineering Manager

Apple - San Diego, CA

Full-time - Mid Level

San Diego, CA

Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing

About the position

The Software Updates Quality Engineering Manager at Apple is responsible for leading a team of quality engineers focused on validating OS updates that impact over a billion devices. This role requires strong technical and interpersonal skills to ensure the highest quality experience for all Apple products. The manager will collaborate closely with engineering and cross-functional teams, driving quality initiatives and participating actively in testing processes.

Responsibilities

• Manage a small team of Development Engineers in Test.
• Develop, modify, automate complete test strategies, plans, and programs.
• Coordinate and optimize testing in a multi-functional environment across multiple locations.
• Drive quality initiatives for areas of responsibility.
• Actively participate in testing the work being done.

Requirements

• 5+ years of professional experience as a Software Engineer in Test or Software Quality Engineer.
• 3+ years as a Software Quality Engineering Manager.
• Deep understanding of SQA methodologies, processes, tools, and CI/CD pipelines.
• Proficiency in Python or other scripting languages.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• BS in Computer Science, or related field, or equivalent.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience working in tools and automation frameworks.
• Experience with other languages like C, Obj C, along with iOS, macOS, or Unix/Linux.
• Passion to recruit, manage, and develop high-performance engineering teams.
• Detail-oriented, analytical, and creative problem solver with a passion for quality processes.
• Telemetry/Data Analysis experience with Splunk or similar tools.
• Familiarity with Source Control Management such as svn or git.

Benefits

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