Apple Inc. is hiring: Audio Software Test Engineer in Cupertino

The Audio Media Technologies Group (AMT) provides the audio, video, and graphics foundation across all of Apple's innovative products, including AirPods, iPhone, iPod, iPad, Apple TV, Apple Watch, iTunes, and macOS, as well as professional and consumer applications from Final Cut, Logic, and other Apple applications. The Audio QA group provides audio software test support across all of Apple’s products. We are seeking a creative and organized test engineer to develop testing solutions to support and enhance our quality initiatives. Audio drivers, firmware, and audio subsystems will all be qualified using manual test passes and applying subjective measures of Audio Quality on the products.

Description

You will contribute to the quality and testing of Apple audio products. You will work with peer groups to understand the needs, challenges, and existing tools and be involved in defining and updating team test plans, test cases, processes, and procedures. In this position, you will need to be a self-starter with excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, and have an attention to detail. In this role, you'll need to work well both on a team and on your own. At times, you will lead your test areas, which will require the presentation and communication of testing progress, issues found, and championing the improved quality of your areas. The fast-paced nature of the job requires someone who can work well under pressure and can quickly adapt to new technologies into effective audio testing. We are seeking someone who is intensely curious yet focused on delivering results in a timely manner. Having eyes, ears, and passion for user-focused quality is required.

Minimum Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in audio test engineering. Advanced understanding of macOS and iOS platforms is a must.
• Expertise in Audio Testing, isolating issues, devising test plans, driving to specifications.
• Familiarity with real-time audio handling (sample rates, buffering, PCM, drivers, etc.).
• Understanding and ability to use Python and command line interfaces.
• Knowledge of Apple software developer tools (Xcode, Objective-C).
• A foundational understanding of electronics, audio technology, and recording studios.
• Musicians and audiophiles welcome.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with FPGAs, development boards preferred.
• Audio DSP experience is preferred.
• BS/BA in Computer Science, Audio Engineering, or Music Technology.

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 $112,900 and $234,700, 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 reimbursement for certain educational expenses related to advancing your career at Apple. 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 take affirmative action to ensure 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.

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