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Tools and Automation Engineer

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Posted Aug 4, 2026

Role at a glance

Job function
Software Engineering & IT Software Quality Assurance & Testing
Salary
Not Disclosed
Location
Cupertino, California, United States
Work arrangement
On-site
Employment
Full-time
Education
Bachelor's, Master's

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Role Summary

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The Health Study QE role tests macOS, iOS, and watchOS applications used to collect health and sensor data, including data from ECG and PPG heart-rate sensing and prototype sensors. The applications provide user interfaces, interact with firmware and low-level software drivers, and send data to processing pipelines.

What You'll Do

  • Test health and sensor data collection applications across macOS, iOS, and watchOS.
  • Develop and execute automated test plans across hardware and software configurations.
  • Create tools, fixtures, and methods to stress software features.
  • Track performance, report results, follow up on bugs, and drive issues to closure in collaboration with developers and other partners.

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Qualifications

Required: Strong software development and test automation skills, high proficiency in Swift, prior Swift programming experience, and experience developing iOS test automation with the Xcode UI automation framework. Experience developing robust, repeatable automated tests; authoring detailed test plans covering functionality and edge cases; testing across hardware and software configurations; and documenting tests and execution code. Requires a BS degree and at least 3 years of experience, along with strong written and verbal communication and cross-functional collaboration.

Required

  • Strong software development and test automation skills; high proficiency in Swift.
  • Prior Swift programming experience and experience developing iOS test automation with the Xcode UI automation framework.
  • Experience developing robust, repeatable automated testing solutions.
  • Experience authoring detailed test plans covering functionality and edge cases and completing automated test plans across hardware and...
  • Experience documenting test cases and test-execution code, tracking performance, reporting results, and driving issues to closure.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
  • BS degree with minimum 3 years of experience.

Preferred

  • UI/UX design or test experience.
  • Track record of shipping consumer products.
  • Understanding of the context in which an application will be deployed and potential failure modes.
  • Involvement throughout the project lifecycle to craft quality from an early stage.
  • Familiarity with continuous integration and scheduling systems.
  • MS in Computer Science + 3 years of experience.

Original job description

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Summary

Be part of the Health Study QE team responsible for enabling research into the next generation of Health Sensing features. As part of this team you will be focused on testing application software used to collect a wide range of health and sensor data. This includes working with technologies such as ECG and PPG based Heart-rate sensing as well as novel investigative prototype sensors. Testing is focused on macOS, iOS, and watchOS applications that drive unique UI experiences, interface with firmware and low level software drivers, and provide data to processing pipelines. You will be a motivated individual who independently follows up on bugs, collaborates with developers to resolve issues and can understand and discuss technical problems with other Quality engineers, development partners and program managers.

Description

An excellent candidate will:

Have a passion for quality, enjoy the challenge of breaking things through creative testing through test automation.

Thrive in uncertain, rapid project schedules, being able to quickly shift priorities and maximize testing time.

Strive to innovate and try new things, incorporating continuous improvement of testing methods.

Minimum Qualifications

Strong software development/test automation skills, with high proficiency in Swift.

Prior experience with Swift programming and developing iOS test automation with Xcode UI automation framework.

Experience developing robust and repeatable automated testing solutions.

Author of detailed test plans that cover all functionality and edge cases of a system.

Complete automated test plans on a variety of hardware and software configurations.

Build creative new tools, fixtures, and methodologies to stress software features.

Documentation of test cases and code used for test execution.

Tracking of performance, reporting of results to management, driving issues to closure.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Collaboration with cross-functional teams.

BS degree with minimum 3 years of experience.

Preferred Qualifications

UI/UX design or test experience.

Track record of shipping consumer products.

Understand the context where an application will be deployed, providing insights to potential failures.

Craft quality from an early stage by being involved through the entire project lifecycle.

Continuous integration and scheduling systems.

MS in Computer Science + 3 years of experience.

Pay & Benefits — Cupertino, California, United States

At 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 $144,600 and $263,800, 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.

Application Deadline

Apple accepts applications to this posting on an ongoing basis.

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About the company

Apple

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Apple Inc. is a global technology company known for its innovative products and services, including the iPhone, iPad, Mac computers, and Apple Watch. Founded in 1976, Apple has continuously pushed the boundaries of design and functionality, earning a reputation for high-quality consumer electronics and software solutions like iOS and macOS. With a strong commitment to user experience and privacy, Apple also leads in digital services, offering platforms such as the App Store, Apple Music, and iCloud. The company's focus on sustainability and corporate responsibility further enhances its standing as a leader in the technology sector.