Tools & Automation Engineer

Apple Inc

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Work type: On-site
Location: Sunnyvale, CA
Salary: $175,500–$311,700 / yr
Posted: 14 days ago
Freshness: Confirmed live yesterday
Nearby: 99+ roles within 25 mi

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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 · Tools & Automation Engineer

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The Tools & Automation Engineer, AppleCare joins the Field Service Diagnostics Engineering team to develop automation frameworks and tools that validate diagnostic and repair systems for Mac, iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, AirPods, and Apple Vision Pro. This role involves defining automation roadmaps with cross-functional teams, building new tools, expanding monitoring systems, and managing a QA Automation Lab fleet of devices. The engineer will translate software feature requirements into test plans while mentoring other engineers on the team. Key technical requirements include over five years of experience in Swift and Python programming, expertise in XCUITests, and proficiency with Unix-based systems. Preferred skills include knowledge of CI/CD systems like Jenkins, Apple Service Toolkit 2, Field Diagnostics ecosystems, MDM solutions such as Puppet or Ansible, and professional experience with robotics.

Skills

Swift Python XCUITest Unix CI/CD Jenkins Puppet Ansible Robotics Monitoring Systems QA Automation Automation Frameworks

What you'll do

Define automation requirements and roadmaps in partnership with cross-functional global teams.
Design, implement, and maintain automation frameworks and tools for Diagnostics and Repair QA teams.
Develop and expand monitoring systems for diagnostic and repair tools.
Manage and scale the QA Automation Lab fleet of devices.
Translate software feature descriptions into effective test plans and cases.
Provide technical guidance and mentorship to other engineers on the team.
Integrate AI initiatives into existing automation processes.

What we're looking for

BA/BS degree in a related field or equivalent work experience.
5+ years of Swift and Python programming experience.
Experience building and growing XCUITests and supporting frameworks.
Proven understanding of software testing and QA methodologies.
Ability to translate software feature descriptions into effective test plans and cases.
Strong written and verbal communication skills in a collaborative environment.
Strong knowledge of Unix-based systems.
Understanding of CI/CD, Apple Service Toolkit 2, MDM solutions (Puppet or Ansible), or robotics experience (preferred).