Software QE Manager, Input Experience

Apple Inc

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Work type
On-site
Location
Cupertino, CA
Salary
$183,700–$319,800 / yr
Posted
5 days ago
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Apple Inc. is a multinational technology company known for designing and manufacturing consumer electronics, software, and online services, including the iPhone, Mac, iPad, and App Store. Industry: Consumer Electronics & Software

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TL;DR · Software QE Manager, Input Experience

The Software QE Manager - Input Experience, T3E will lead a team of eight to ten QA Engineers within the Input Experience QA group. This role involves managing functional testing for high-visibility iOS and macOS features, including Keyboards, Apple Intelligence features like Writing Tools, and handwriting experiences. You will develop test strategies, review documentation, coordinate cross-functional testing, and provide sign-offs at key milestones. You will also collaborate with automation teams to plan coverage and process data to provide recommendations to leadership. Required skills include proficiency in SQA methodologies and experience with scripting or programming languages such as Swift, Objective C, Python, or JavaScript. The role specifically addresses the quality of machine learning models and language intelligence behind core operating system input frameworks.

What you'll do

  • Manage a team of 8-10 QA Engineers focused on functional testing for iOS and macOS.
  • Develop, modify, and implement comprehensive test strategies, plans, and programs.
  • Coordinate and optimize testing efforts within a cross-functional environment.
  • Collaborate with automation teams to create and plan testing coverage strategies.
  • Review test plans and related documentation to ensure quality standards.
  • Monitor project progress and provide formal sign-offs at key milestones.
  • Process data from multiple sources to draw conclusions and present recommendations to leadership.
  • Report on testing status and escalate critical issues as they arise.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor of Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a closely related field or equivalent work experience.
  • 5+ years leading a Test Engineering/QA or Software Engineering team.
  • Advanced proficiency with iOS, macOS, or other operating systems such as Unix/Linux (preferred).
  • Deep understanding of SQA methodologies and practices (preferred).
  • Experience with Scripting or Programming Languages including Swift, Objective C, Python or JavaScript (preferred).
  • Experience testing machine learning solutions (preferred).
  • Proven track record to attract, hire, motivate and develop the best quality minded individuals (preferred).
  • Executive-level presentation skills and excellent cross-functional communication and influencing skills (preferred).

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