Full-Time
Headphones and Accessories Tools & Automation Engineer
Posted on 2/20/2025
Apple
10,001+ employees
Designs and sells consumer electronics and software
Compensation Overview
$129.6k - $236.3kAnnually
Mid
San Diego, CA, USA
This role might be eligible for relocation.
You match the following Apple's candidate preferences
Employers are more likely to interview you if you match these preferences:
- B.S. or higher in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Audio Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent experience.
- Expertise in audio testing, software testing, isolating issues, devising test plans, aiming to specification
- Must be proficient in a coding language (Python, Java, Objective C, C++, etc)
- Minimum 3+ years working in similar field
- Capacity to dive deep technically, learn new technologies, and understand the technical details of an accessory or product system
- Experience deploying testing at scale
- Build creative solutions for testing current and next generation products.
- Drive quality and champion bug fixes, working closely with dev team and analyze the root causes for the issues.
- Design comprehensive test plans for new features, factoring in technical details and the customer experience.
- Develop test automation scripts using Python, maintain reports of all automation issues and test results.
- Collaborate with cross functional teams to get requirements and implement automation feature requests.
- Bring up, perform regular maintenance and debugging of test setups and scripts.
- A foundational understanding of electronics and audio technologies and a strong ear for sound anomalies and the validation of sound quality.
- Ability to analyze and distill meaningful insight from large data and make quantitative assessments.
- Ability to efficiently articulate key points or risks to non-technical audiences
- Excellent communication skills and effective at building relationships to collaborate and influence projects
- Obsessively passionate and inquisitive, and seek to pursue everyday problems in innovative ways
Apple Inc. designs and sells a variety of technology products and services, including iPhones, iPads, Mac computers, Apple Watches, and Apple TVs. The company also offers services like the App Store, Apple Music, iCloud, and Apple Pay. Apple's products work together seamlessly, providing users with a cohesive experience across devices. This integration is a key differentiator from competitors, as it allows for easy interaction between hardware and software. Apple's goal is to enhance user experience through continuous innovation while expanding its services to create a steady revenue stream. Additionally, initiatives like the Apple Card and trade-in program aim to build customer loyalty and promote sustainability.
Company Size
10,001+
Company Stage
IPO
Total Funding
$619.1K
Headquarters
Cupertino, California
Founded
1976
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Apple's focus on spatial computing aligns with growing AR and VR interest.
- 5G adoption globally presents opportunities for Apple's 5G-enabled devices.
- Apple's custom silicon development enhances performance and supply chain control.
What critics are saying
- Spotify's HiFi service could impact Apple Music's subscriber growth.
- Oppo's AirDrop-like feature may challenge Apple's device connectivity edge.
- Apple's humanoid robot project faces competition from Tesla's Optimus.
What makes Apple unique
- Apple's integrated hardware and software create a seamless user experience across devices.
- The Apple Card enhances customer loyalty with up to 3% Daily Cash back.
- Apple's trade-in program supports sustainability and incentivizes device upgrades.
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Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
401(k) Company Match
Tuition Reimbursement
Performance Bonus
Relocation Assistance
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
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