Media Conferencing Software Engineer In Test, Audio & Media TechnologiesApple is where individual creativities capture together, contributing to the values that lead to great work. Every new product we build, service we create, or Apple Store experience we deliver is the result of us making each other's ideas stronger. That happens because every one of us shares a belief that we can make something wonderful and share it with the world, changing lives for the better. It's the diversity of our people and their thinking that inspires the innovation that runs through everything we do. When we bring everybody in, we can do the best work of our lives. Here, you'll do more than join something you'll add something. Media, Graphics & Compute Technologies (MGCT) group provides the media and graphics foundation across all of Apple's innovative products, including Mac, iPod, TV, iPhone, iPad, Watch, VisionPro and also Apple Intelligence. Developing groundbreaking software techniques, MGCT takes the media experience to the next level.

We are looking for a hardworking software quality engineer with a strong technical background and understanding of different network topologies, video, and audio technologies. In this role, you will be responsible for developing and conducting performance tests and building automated testing for the aforementioned features on all Apple supported platforms. Work and chip in towards quality engineering / QA of Real-time Communication technologies, build test automation to qualify audio, and video quality in complex scenarios emulating real world network traffic types. The Media Conferencing QE team under MGCT provides the networking and media frameworks for Group FaceTime, FaceTime, Phone Continuity, HomeKit IP Cameras, WiFi-Calling / VoLTE, RTT, Sidecar, AirPlay 4K HDR and much more.

ResponsibilitiesOwn execution, compilation of results, filing and reporting of issues to engineering and leadership for assigned set of features and technologies.

Develop and maintain functional and/or performance automation for said features and technologies.

Enhance testing to deepen the analysis and validation capabilities.

Strategize with team and cross functionally how to catch wider sets of issues and prevent regressions from escaping into the operating system.

Qualify new features and develop test plans and automation for them.

Minimum QualificationsB.S. in Computer Science

Proficiency in Python

Ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize work accordingly

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Preferred Qualifications2-5 years of industry experience, particularly in driving testing of large complex projects
• Experience testing Video/Audio codecs or Video/Audio evaluation systems

Experience with networking protocols such as RTP, RTCP

Experience with 3GPP/ IR.92 standard

Experience with data analytics and visualization tools like MongoDB and Tableau

CI/CD, containerization

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 $115,700 and $203,000, 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.

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.

Apple accepts applications to this posting on an ongoing basis.