Fitness Tools & Automation Engineer, Watch Software, Sensing & Connectivity

Role Number: 200690563Team: Software and ServicesLocation: CupertinoWeekly Hours: 40Posted: 2026-10-22SummaryThe Fitness team is shaping the future of personal health and activity across watchOS and iOS. Behind the features our users count on every day is the Fitness Quality team, a force multiplier for every engineer testing them. We build the automation frameworks and test infrastructure that let us test ambitious new fitness experiences quickly and with confidence. As a Tools and Automation Engineer on our team, you will be at the heart of this process.DescriptionIn this role, you'll design and build automation frameworks, tools, and services that power Fitness quality engineering on watchOS and iOS. You'll work across the entire lifecycle, from on-device test automation to scalable backend systems and reporting. Your work will directly speed up innovation and help ensure the quality of fitness features used by millions of people worldwide.Minimum QualificationsStrong computer science fundamentals, including object-oriented design. A specific degree or concentration is not required.Proficiency in Python or Swift, with experience writing maintainable test automation or tooling, and a willingness to learn.Experience with automated testing frameworks (e.g., XCTest, XCUITest, pytest) and CI/CD systems.Proven ability to triage failures and find the root cause of complex issues across software, devices, and infrastructure, using logs, crash reports, and debugging tools.Clear written and verbal communication, including turning technical findings into actionable bug reports and concise summaries for engineers and leadership.5+ years of relevant industry experience in software engineering, test automation, or a related role.Preferred QualificationsHands-on experience building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI, GitHub Actions) and version control systems (Git).Experience with SQL and relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL, SQLite) for querying and analyzing test results at scale.Experience automating physical devices in a test lab, including multi-device or hardware-in-the-loop setups.Experience owning quality for new products or features during early development and platform bring-up.Familiarity with Apple developer tools such as Xcode, Instruments, and xcodebuild.Familiarity with monitoring, observability, and data visualization tools (e.g., Grafana, Splunk, Tableau) for tracking automation health and reporting quality trends.Pay & BenefitsAt 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 $144,600 and $218,000, 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 BenefitsNote: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.EEO StatementApple 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 applicantAccessibilityAt 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 workplaceLearn about reasonable accommodations for job applicantsApplication DeadlineApple accepts applications to this posting on an ongoing basis.