Embedded QA Engineer - Camera Cupertino,California,United States Hardware Apple is where individual imaginations gather together, committing to the values that lead to great work. Every new product we build, service we create, or Apple Store experience we deliver is the result of us making each other’s ideas stronger. That happens because every one of us shares a belief that we can make something wonderful and share it with the world, changing lives for the better. It’s the diversity of our people and their thinking that inspires the innovation that runs through everything we do. When we bring everybody in, we can do the best work of our lives. Here, you’ll do more than join something — you’ll add something. We are looking for an experienced and outcome-driven Embedded Quality Engineer to ensure that we deliver the best in-class camera solution for iOS products! Are you passionate about testing firmware/drivers for the image processing pipeline and the machine learning neural engine? If so, you will work closely with the software development team to build and implement test plans focused on qualifying camera firmware and drivers to ensure we ship a quality product. The ideal candidate will have a history of working on successful, large-volume consumer products. As a member of our fast-paced group, you will have the outstanding and exciting opportunity to be part of and develop upcoming products that will delight and inspire millions of Apple’s customers every day! **Description** In this role you will: Independently drive and own testing of one or more camera features across platforms Design test cases and implement test plans related to functionality, performance, power, stability, and image quality of our camera solution Automate test cases and develop test tools on mobile platforms Partner with development teams and multi-functional QA team to triage, diagnose, debug issues and derive root-cause Identify trends and highlight potential risks **Minimum Qualifications** + BS and a minimum of 3 years relevant industry experience + 3 years+ of QA experience testing embedded system products + Proficient in Python or similar scripting language + Experience developing automated tests supporting embedded systems or mobile devices + Understanding of the camera technologies, image signal processing (ISP) pipeline, 3A, video formats and color space **Key Qualifications** **Preferred Qualifications** + Strong in developing system and feature level test plans and test cases + Familiarity and experience with command-line operation of operating systems such as macOS or Unix/Linux preferred + Strong verbal and excellent interpersonal skills **Education & Experience** **Additional Requirements** **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 $136,300 and $248,700, 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. 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