Software QA Engineer - Automation, Siri

San Francisco Bay Area, California, United States Software and Services Join the team redefining what a deeply personal and integrated assistant can be. As part of the Siri organization, you will help shape one of the world's most widely used AI assistants, powered by our next-generation of Apple Intelligence, with capabilities like personal context understanding and on-screen awareness, built with privacy from the ground up. Your work will have direct, meaningful impact for users across iOS, iPadOS, macOS, watchOS, and visionOS. This is a rare opportunity to build at the intersection of cutting-edge AI and human-centered design, shipping technology that is centered around users and their needs. Description We are seeking a versatile and motivated software quality engineer to join our Siri AI Quality Engineering group. In this role, you'll be at the forefront of enabling AI assistant experiences in Apple’s next-generation hardware platforms. You'll ensure that our software frameworks and environments are updated and modernized to adapt to the new architectures and usage scenarios of new products in the development pipeline. You'll also partner closely with product development teams and quality engineering groups as the owner of automation support. This position is ideal for systems & framework engineers who are passionate about quality, enjoy creating scalable simulation systems, and are eager to contribute to the success of pioneering AI products. If you have a strong background in software development and experience building tools for simulation and quality, we would love to hear from you! Minimum Qualifications 5-10+ years of experience working as a Software Quality engineer with primary focus on automation Expertise in Python, Bash and/or Swift with exposure to ML/NLP libraries In-depth knowledge of software development lifecycle, testing methodologies, and testing tools Developing test plans, assessing risk, filing appropriate defects, and providing relevant data for test reporting Develop and maintain robust testing frameworks using machine learning models Experience with developing test strategies, including: writing test plans, test cases, and testing architectures Expertise with LLM usage to innovate and improve efficiency of the daily work BS/MS or equivalent experience in Computer Science or related field Preferred Qualifications Strong software engineering skills, including system design, development, testing, debugging, release and maintenance Drive development and deployment of relevant ML testing tools and infrastructure Deep understanding of automated software testing methodologies and lifecycle, including integration testing, component mocking, and dependency injection Ability to work independently, raise issues and take corrective actions Ability to triage problems, prioritize accordingly, and propose a resolution 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 $141,800 and $258,600, 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. 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 At Apple, we believe accessibility is a fundamental human right. You’ll find that idea reflected in everything here — in our culture, our benefits and our digital tools. By welcoming as many perspectives as possible, we help you build a career where you feel like you belong. Learn about accessibility in Apple’s workplace. Learn about reasonable accommodations for job applicants #J-18808-Ljbffr Apple