Accessibility Software Quality Engineer - Physical & Motor Tools and Framework

At Apple we believe that technology is most powerful when it empowers everyone. Our team is seeking a Software Quality Engineer to qualify industry-leading assistive technologies, while ensuring our mainstream software products maintain world-class levels of usability and performance for customers with accessibility needs. The ideal candidate has significant experience in quality assurance testing and knowledge of modern assistive technologies.

You are comfortable writing technical bug reports and comprehensive test plans.
You have experience using command line interface to collect logs and diagnose problems.
Your written and technical communication skills are excellent.
You have deep knowledge of various assistive technology features, especially Apple’s.

You are upbeat, adaptable, and results-oriented.
You have a track record of working cross-functionally as a problem solver.
You have a proactive approach to tasks that demonstrates self-motivation and critical thinking capabilities.
You have experience prioritizing, tracking, and driving initiatives on a daily basis.
You are committed to Apple’s vision of supporting the accessibility community.
You have experience using bluetooth switches, power wheelchair joysticks, mouth wands, or other similar assistive technologies
Fluency in multiple spoken languages.
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, Human Computer Interaction, or relevant work experience.

The Accessibility Quality & Livability team focuses on end-to-end testing of assistive technologies and the accessibility of Apple products to ensure that they are not only accessible but provide an exceptional experience for users with disabilities.

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 $141,800 and $213,700, 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 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. 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 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. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant

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.

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Apple accepts applications to this posting on an ongoing basis.