Apple

Software Development Engineer in Test - Camera API

Apple  •  San Diego, CA (Onsite)  •  1 day ago
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Summary

Join the team responsible for ensuring the highest quality for Camera technologies at the heart of products known to surprise and delight our customers. The Camera API Quality Engineering team is part of the Camera and Photos organization and is responsible for validating functionality & stability of Camera Software, firmware and hardware integrations across Apple products.

This is a highly technical team, always looking for innovative ways to improve the status quo and solve difficult problems. We are looking for someone who can lead the charge on quality for one or more technology areas. You will work in a fast paced environment, interacting directly with development teams within the organization as well as cross-functional teams. The nature of the position requires excellent communication skills, strong multitasking abilities & deep technical and debugging skills, along with a drive to make a difference. The ideal candidate will be highly technical, creative, motivated, and results driven.

Description

At Apple, we believe the camera is more than a feature — it’s a creative tool that empowers millions of people to capture, communicate, and tell their stories. The Camera API Test Team plays a critical role in ensuring that developers around the world can rely on powerful, intuitive, and rock-solid camera frameworks across Apple platforms.

We are looking for a passionate and detail-oriented Camera API Test Engineer to help validate and elevate the quality of Apple’s camera software stack. In this role, you will work at the intersection of hardware, software, and developer experience, helping shape APIs that power world-class photography and videography on iPhone, iPad, and beyond.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with developing, testing or debugging device drivers, firmware or other low level software

Experience in photography; ability to understand various camera technology terms like aperture control, exposure values, JPEG format, Raw format etc.

Experience in developing and maintaining CI systems

Highly motivated, creative, and organized

Strong problem solving skills and excellent cross-functional communication

Minimum Qualifications

Solid API test development skills

Familiarity with Python, C/ObjectiveC programming

Bachelor's in Computer Science/Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience/skills

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We’re a diverse collective of thinkers and doers, continually reimagining what’s possible to help us all do what we love in new ways. And the same innovation that goes into our products also applies to our practices — strengthening our commitment to leave the world better than we found it. This is where your work can make a difference in people’s lives. Including your own.

Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. Visit apple.com/careers to learn more.

Industry
Hardware & Semiconductors
Company Size
10,000+ employees
Headquarters
Cupertino, California
Year Founded
1976
Website
apple.com
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