Audio QA Engineer
Cupertino, California, United States

Imagine what you could do at Apple! Everyday, new ideas have a way of becoming extraordinary products, services, and customer experiences very quickly. Do you bring passion and dedication to your job? If so, we are looking for individuals like you. The Audio & Media Technologies group in Apple's Software Engineering organization is building a Perception Quality team to develop and validate a secure software architecture for multi-modal awareness on Apple platforms. This highly cross-functional team will work with experts across Apple who develop advanced machine learning AI algorithms that utilize input from cameras, microphones, and other sensors to enable future Apple products to better understand the world around them, while maintaining Apple's industry-leading standards for privacy and security. We are seeking a creative, and organized test engineer to perform manual testing on the next generation of interactive computing for our platforms and work with automated solutions to support and enhance our quality initiatives. Audio drivers, firmware and audio subsystems will all be areas of testing you will be responsible for. As a member of this team, you will have a unique opportunity to work with some of Apple's most advanced technologies to help build empowering solutions for everyone.

Description
You'll be instrumental in the development and testing of our next-generation interactive computing platform. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand the requirements, challenges, and existing tools. You'll be involved in defining and refining team test tools, processes, and procedures. This role demands self-motivation, exceptional communication skills, and meticulous attention to detail. You'll work effectively both within a team and independently. The dynamic nature of the job requires someone who can thrive under pressure and quickly adapt to new technologies for effective audio testing. We're looking for a candidate driven by curiosity who prioritizes timely delivery of results. A keen ear for quality is a must.

Minimum Qualifications
- 3-5 years of experience in general test engineering required.
- Expertise in audio testing, software testing, isolation issues, and developing test plans to meet specifications.
- A solid foundational understanding of electronic and audio technology.
- Ability to effectively triage problems, prioritize accordingly, and propose solutions.
- Strong ear for sound anomalies and the validation of sound quality.
- Familiarity with real-time audio handling, including sample rates, buffering, PCM, drivers, and related concepts.
- Experience working with automation and scripting is also advantageous.

Preferred Qualifications
- B.S. or higher in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Audio Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Music Technology, or equivalent experience
- Experience working on augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) technology is highly valued.
- Ability to script in Python is a plus
- Audio DSP experience is a plus
- Understanding of game audio implementation is a plus
- Musicians welcome

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 $146,300 and $291,400, 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.