Software Development Engineer in Test - Retail Engineering

Summary At Apple, we don't just build products—we revolutionize industries. Our innovation stems from diverse ideas and people, shaping everything from cutting‑edge technology to environmental leadership. The Apple Retail Apps and Services Quality Engineering team is looking for a highly technical engineer who can research and apply emerging test engineering technologies, collaborate across teams, and drive the adoption of best practices.

You will work closely with engineering teams throughout all development phases, ensuring seamless integration of automation and quality‑driven solutions. This role requires strong programming expertise, proficiency in testing applications, and the ability to develop test automation tools that enhance team velocity. We are looking for a creative problem solver with excellent communication skills and a passion for automation.

Description As part of the Quality Engineering team, you will conduct continuous quality analysis, identify automation opportunities, define test approaches, and implement scalable, well‑architected solutions to maintain the highest standards. Design, develop and maintain automated test frameworks and suites to validate functionalities of our eCommerce platform. Collaborate closely with software engineers, product managers, and other stakeholders to understand requirements and ensure comprehensive test coverage.

Implement and execute test plans and test cases to ensure comprehensive test coverage. As a Quality automation specialist, you will define requirements and propose solutions to streamline the testing process with a strong commitment to ownership. Engage in in‑depth technical dialogues with the engineering team, comprehend software workflows and use cases, and ensure the system's testability.

In this role, you will be involved in Quality Assurance automation testing for critical customer‑facing applications. Build quality test plans and automation tools to reduce regression test cycle, taking quality to the next level by using ML and AI in automation. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or at least 6 years of hands‑on quality engineering automation experience Strong programming experience in Java, JavaScript, or Python, with the ability to build reusable test frameworks Deep understanding of test design methodologies, CI/CD practices, and large‑scale test automation Experience with test frameworks/tools such as Playwright, JUnit, or equivalent Preferred Qualifications Solid understanding of development lifecycles, testing methodologies, and QA processes Experienced in developing test plans, building tools and test frameworks (e.g., JUnit, TestNG) Test experience in Java, JavaScript, Python, SQL, Unix, Scala, and Web Services (Rest & SOAP) environments Programming experience with automation scripting/tools/tests harness (e.g., Playwright, Selenium) Solid understanding of software build tools and CI/CD integrations Highly organized, creative, motivated, and passionate about achieving results Experience with testing of AI/ML applications and security testing (good to have) Stay ahead of AI testing trends: explore new tools and research in AI/ML testing frameworks, and integrate them where beneficial #J-18808-Ljbffr