Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET), Video Apps

Apple Inc.
Culver City, CA, United States
2 months ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Experience required
5 years minimum
Compensation
$139,500.0 - $258,100.0
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source

Tech stack

Codecs Image File Formats Python (Programming Language) Metadata Software Engineering Strategies of Testing Transcoding Video Codec Video Editing Information Technology SDET

Job description

  • Planning, designing, writing, maintaining, and executing test cases manually and through automation using Swift and Python.

  • Driving all aspects of quality and process improvements to help the team ensure that our features are rock-solid and ready to be released to our customers.

  • Reporting bugs with outstanding isolation and regression techniques.

  • Balancing a wide variety of deliverables that will rely on your talent for managing priorities and communicating progress/risks effectively and systematically.

Your ongoing curiosity and dedication to self-education in video/photo technologies as well as new testing techniques are what will set you apart. You will be working closely with other team members to help coordinate multi-functional test efforts.

Requirements

Do you have experience in macOS?, Do you have a Bachelor’s degree?, Imagine what you could do here! The people here at Apple don’t just build products - we craft the kind of wonder that’s revolutionized entire industries. It’s the diversity of those people and their ideas that supports the innovation that runs through everything we do, from amazing technology to industry-leading environmental efforts. Join Apple, and help us leave the world better than we found it. The Video Applications team is looking for a Software Developer in Test that has experience in macOS apps, still image file formats, video codecs, audio, and metadata. Ideally, we are looking for someone with a passion and/or background in video editing to contribute to the production of innovative tools for creative professionals, video makers, and visual storytellers., Background in photography, audio, video editing, and/or highly proficient in using image editing software., Experience as a Software Engineer in Test, programming in Python and/or Swift to prototype features, and create and test with internal tools.

Proficiency in testing mobile/desktop apps, professional video codecs (such as MXF), professional camera manufacturer codec(s) testing and transcoding. Strong knowledge of software development lifecycle, testing methodologies, QA terminology, processes, and test planning.

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or an equivalent of 5+ years of experience in QA/QE.

Benefits & conditions

4.14.1 out of 5 stars Culver City, CA $139,500 - $258,100 a year, Pulled from the full job description

  • Employee stock purchase plan
  • Health insurance
  • Retirement plan
  • Dental insurance
  • RSU, 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 $139,500 and $258,100, 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.

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