Software QE Manager - System Applications, Test Engineering & Efficiency

As a Software QE Manager, you will lead a team of 8-10 QA Engineers & will be responsible for many projects on iOS & macOS. You will work closely with your team, other software engineers, project managers and various quality teams at Apple. You will coordinate testing with other teams, review test plans and related documentation, monitor progress, and provide sign-offs at key milestones. You will process data from multiple sources, draw meaningful conclusions, and present valuable recommendations to leadership. You will also be expected to contribute as an individual contributor.

Manage a team of 8-10 QA Engineers
Develop, modify, and execute test strategies, plans, and programs
Coordinate and optimize testing in a cross-functional environment
Work with Automation team to come up with automation plan
Reporting, providing sign-offs & escalations of issues
Actively participate in testing the deliverables

Bachelor of Computer Science, or related field, or equivalent work experience
3+ years leading a QE or Software engineering team

Deep understanding of modern software development methodologies, architecture, and SQA methodologies
Open-minded with strong collaboration skills
Comfortable working in a continually changing and dynamic environment and driving top issues to resolution
Passionate about great customer experience, specially great UI experience
Detail oriented, analytical, and a creative problem solver with interest in developing high quality software.
Ability to triage problems, prioritize accordingly and propose resolutions.
Advanced proficiency with iOS macOS or other operating systems such as Unix/Linux
Exposure to automation/scripting

Apple is where individual imaginations gather together, committing to the values that lead to great work. Every new product we build, service we create, or Apple Store experience we deliver is the result of us making each other’s ideas stronger. That happens because every one of us shares a belief that we can make something wonderful and share it with the world, changing lives for the better. It’s the diversity of our people and their thinking that inspires the innovation that runs through everything we do. When we bring everybody in, we can do the best work of our lives. Here, you’ll do more than join something — you’ll add something.

The Intelligent System Experience Engineering organization is looking for a driven and dedicated Software QE Manager. As a member of our dynamic group, you will have the unique opportunity to be part of leading the quality efforts for the most iconic operating systems - iOS, iPadOS, macOS & visionOS. This team works on some of the core system applications such as Setup, Settings, Clock, Alarms, Calculator, Files, Spotlight and many more. In this role, you will work closely with Engineering, other QE and SDET Managers on delivering the highest quality experience to our customers.

Partner with an energetic, hard-working, fun team of managers, engineers, cross-functional teams, and world-class designers to deliver the best system experiences!

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 $176,600 and $313,500, 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

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Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant

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