Real-time Communications Test Engineer

Summary Posted: Sep 1, 2023 Role Number: 200500124 Imagine what you could do here! At Apple, new ideas have a way of becoming extraordinary products, services, and customer experiences very quickly. Do you bring passion and dedication to your job? If so, we're looking for individuals like you! We are looking for a passionate software quality engineer with a strong technical background and understanding of different network topologies, video, and audio technologies. In this role, you will be responsible for developing and conducting Functional and Performance tests and building automated testing for FaceTime, Group FaceTime and Screen sharing / SharePlay on iOS, macOS, and AirPods platforms. Key Qualifications Key Qualifications 2-5 years of industry experience, particularly in driving testing of large complex projects Proficiency in Python and / or Swift Experience testing Video and/or VoIP applications is a plus Experience testing Video/Audio codecs is a plus Experience with Testing Windows and/or Android platforms is a plus Excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize work accordingly Familiarity with iOS, macOS, Unix, and Xcode Description Description Work and contribute towards quality engineering / QA of Real-time Communication technologies in the Audio and Media Technology (AMT) at Apple and build test automation to qualify audio and video quality in complex scenarios emulating real world network traffic types. The Real-time Communication team provides the networking and media frameworks for Group FaceTime, FaceTime and SharePlay.. Work very closely with the Media Conferencing and Broadcast development and cross functional teams to ensure quality is of the highest level. Creating & tracking high quality bug reports, triaging issues by closely working with developers, and reporting on project progress & risk analysis. Testing will be comprised of figuring out details about the complex product/feature, coming up with a testing matrix, putting the testing matrix in to an executable test plan. Working with many different cross functional teams, building relationships across team, finding holes in overall test strategy. In addition, part of your testing may also require you to execute testing manually with the end goal of automating that testing. Team work and automated testing will be key to this role’s success. In addition to writing and maintaining a set of tests, you will also be responsible for driving fixes of many other critical performance tests run by cross-functional technology teams. Education & Experience Education & Experience B.S. in Computer Science or equivalent experience Additional Requirements Additional Requirements Pay & Benefits Pay & Benefits 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 $114,400 and $199,500 annualized, 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.