Job Description
Software Engineer -
Test and Validation Sunnyvale, California, United States Hardware Summary Posted:
Jun 01, 2026 Role Number:
200665937-3956 Do you want to make a positive impact on the direction of new, key technologies in consumer products while pioneering the future of intelligent quality assurance? We're seeking a creative and motivated Software Engineer to join our Product Systems Quality team, working to ensure world-changing Mac and Home products are delivered at the highest quality to all our customers! To achieve this, it requires building large automated frameworks to gather thousands of hours of test data weekly, and we need people like you to help us build and maintain our tools for critical stability testing of Mac and Home products. You'll plan, design and write code for system stability automation with an emphasis on hardware-centric software risks simultaneously run on a large number of systems. You will be at the nexus of hardware and software where you work cross-functionally with several engineering and QA teams to identify risk areas and testing responses, and to support engineering investigations. We expect artificial intelligence and machine learning to be at the core of the work, developing next-generation automation tools that predict, prevent, and optimize critical system failures before they impact customers. Come join our team! Description As a Software Engineer you will be responsible for the development of key new areas of Mac and Home stability test coverage enhanced by machine learning capabilities while also balancing the day-to-day operations of existing automation that runs on thousands of units daily. Responsibilities Help design and implement automated stress and stability tests for embedded systems, with hardware-centric focus Contribute to ML-powered test automation frameworks and validation tools Analyze validation/test data and help build predictive models that detect issues early Write and update problem reports, including ML-assisted analysis of failures and root causes Collaborate with cross-functional engineering and QA teams to learn the broader testing landscape Adapt to rapid project schedules and shifting priorities common in new-product development Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering 2 years experience involving machine learning algorithms and their practical applications Hands-on programming experience with Python Exposure to one or more ML frameworks (PyTorch, TensorFlow, or JAX) Familiarity with software engineering fundamentals (version control, testing, debugging) Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in a cross-disciplinary team environment Excellent written and verbal communication skills Preferred Qualifications Experience with hardware/software validation, hardware/software integration, or testing methodologies Background in data science, machine learning, computer vision, or statistical data analysis Exposure to CoreML, Swift, or iOS/macOS development through coursework or projects Familiarity with data analysis and visualization tools such as Tableau or Superset Project or research experience applying ML to anomaly detection, predictive maintenance, or test optimization Pay & Benefits 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 $126,800 and $220,900, 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. 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 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. At Apple, we believe accessibility is a fundamental human right. You'll find that idea reflected in everything here — in our culture, our benefits and our digital tools. By welcoming as many perspectives as possible, we help you build a career where you feel like you belong. Apple accepts applications to this posting on an ongoing basis.
