Junior Software Developer in Test, IS&T
Apple · Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
- On site
- Full-time
- $100,000 / year
- Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
Job highlights
- Build test plans and strategies for new features.
- Collaborate with development teams for product delivery.
- Automate testing using various industry tools.
- Perform functional, system, and exploratory testing.
- Work in a dynamic, fast-paced Agile environment.
About the role
Junior Software Developer in Test, IS&T
At Apple, great ideas quickly have a way of becoming great products, services, and customer experiences. Bring passion and dedication to your job and there's no telling what you could accomplish here.
Do you want to be part of a team that builds cutting edge software service, a team that is continually innovating and is proud of making a difference? If so, bring your passion and talent and come join us to be part of something big and amazing.
Apple's IS&T team is looking for highly motivated and talented engineers to build the next generation of software services that powers several mission critical applications.
Description
- Build QE test plans, strategies and cases for any given app/feature
- Collaborate with Dev, BPR and other project teams to execute test plans and deliver high quality products
- Automation, performance and code quality testing using tools like Playwright, Selenium WebDriver, Cucumber- JVM, REST API, Appium, Postman, SOAPUI, JMeter, Jenkins, Sonarqube.
- Experience of using GenAI models for coding and other tasks.
- Perform functional, system, integration and exploratory testing.
- Self-motivated, self-driven, able to grasp issues quickly and make educated, critical judgment in the situations of ambiguity and work through the constraints.
- Provide project managers with timely and accurate testing status and progress during all testing phases, summarising results at project conclusion.
- Able to multi-task in a dynamic, fast-paced environment in Agile method to deliver high-quality work.
- Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Minimum Qualifications
- 1 to 2 years of combined work experience in Software Development Engineer in Test/Quality Engineering
- Experience working with Java, JavaScript, TypeScript programming languages
- Exposure to automation, performance, software quality testing tools and CI/CD integrations
- Experience in developing test strategies, scenarios and cases for UI(Web and Mobile apps), API/Web Services, DB workflows etc.
- Exposure to GenAI solutions and AI models
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Bachelor’s degree or foreign equivalent in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Technology or related field
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in functional, system, integration and exploratory testing
- Expertise in QE processes, tools and metrics
- Good knowledge of automation framework architecture, design and development
- Experience working in Agile development environment
- Proven track record to deliver high-quality work on tight schedules
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with frequent context switching
Key skills/competency
- Software Development Engineer in Test
- Quality Engineering
- Test Automation
- Performance Testing
- API Testing
- GenAI
- Agile Methodologies
- CI/CD
- Java
- JavaScript
Skills & topics
- Junior Software Developer in Test
- Quality Assurance
- Test Automation
- Software Testing
- Java
- JavaScript
- TypeScript
- Agile
- CI/CD
- GenAI
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight experience with Java, JavaScript, TypeScript, and automation tools like Selenium or Playwright, aligning with Apple's focus on quality.
- Showcase your skills: Emphasize experience in building test strategies, executing functional, system, and exploratory testing, and familiarity with CI/CD.
- Demonstrate GenAI exposure: Mention any experience with GenAI models for coding or testing tasks, as this is a preferred qualification.
- Prepare for interviews: Be ready to discuss your approach to problem-solving in ambiguous situations and your experience in fast-paced Agile environments.
- Research Apple's culture: Understand Apple's commitment to innovation, quality, and customer experience to align your answers with their values.
Technical preparation
Master Java, JavaScript, and TypeScript programming.,Practice building test strategies and cases.,Familiarize with automation tools like Selenium.,Explore GenAI models for coding tasks.
Behavioral questions
Describe a time you handled ambiguity.,How do you prioritize tasks in Agile?,Share an example of collaborative testing.,How do you ensure code quality?
Frequently asked questions
- What specific programming languages are essential for the Junior Software Developer in Test role at Apple?
- For the Junior Software Developer in Test position at Apple, proficiency in Java, JavaScript, and TypeScript is essential. Demonstrating experience with these languages in your resume and interviews will be crucial for your application.
- Does Apple require prior experience with GenAI for this Junior Software Developer in Test role?
- While not strictly mandatory, exposure to GenAI solutions and AI models is a preferred qualification for the Junior Software Developer in Test role at Apple. Highlighting any relevant experience can significantly strengthen your application.
- What kind of testing experience is Apple looking for in a Junior Software Developer in Test?
- Apple is looking for candidates with experience in developing test strategies, scenarios, and cases for various applications, including UI (web and mobile), API/Web Services, and DB workflows. Experience in functional, system, integration, and exploratory testing is also highly valued.
- How important is experience with automation tools for the Junior Software Developer in Test position at Apple?
- Experience with automation, performance, and software quality testing tools is very important. Familiarity with tools like Playwright, Selenium WebDriver, Cucumber-JVM, REST API, Appium, Postman, SOAPUI, JMeter, Jenkins, and SonarQube will be a strong asset for this role.
- What is Apple's work environment like for a Junior Software Developer in Test?
- Apple's IS&T team operates in a dynamic, fast-paced Agile environment. They seek self-motivated individuals who can quickly grasp issues, make critical judgments in ambiguous situations, and multitask effectively to deliver high-quality work under tight schedules.
- What educational background is required for the Junior Software Developer in Test role at Apple?
- A Bachelor’s degree or foreign equivalent in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field is required for the Junior Software Developer in Test position at Apple.