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Apple · 13 hours ago

Audio QA Engineer

positionCupertino, CA
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityMid Level
money$146K/yr - $291K/yr
date3+ years exp

Apple is a leading technology company known for its innovative products and services. They are seeking an Audio QA Engineer to develop and validate software architecture for multi-modal awareness, focusing on manual and automated testing of audio drivers and subsystems. The role involves collaboration with cross-functional teams and requires a keen ear for quality and attention to detail.

AppsArtificial Intelligence (AI)BroadcastingDigital EntertainmentFoundational AIMedia and EntertainmentMobile DevicesOperating SystemsTVWearables
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Responsibilities

Perform manual testing on the next generation of interactive computing for our platforms
Work with automated solutions to support and enhance our quality initiatives
Test audio drivers, firmware and audio subsystems
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand the requirements, challenges, and existing tools
Define and refine team test tools, processes, and procedures

Qualification

Audio testingTest engineeringSoftware testingAutomationScriptingElectronic technologyAudio DSPProblem triageCuriosityCommunication skillsAttention to detailTeam collaboration

Required

3-5 years of experience in general test engineering required
Expertise in audio testing, software testing, isolation issues, and developing test plans to meet specifications
A solid foundational understanding of electronic and audio technology
Ability to effectively triage problems, prioritize accordingly, and propose solutions
Strong ear for sound anomalies and the validation of sound quality
Familiarity with real-time audio handling, including sample rates, buffering, PCM, drivers, and related concepts
Experience working with automation and scripting is also advantageous

Preferred

B.S. or higher in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Audio Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Music Technology, or equivalent experience
Experience working on augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) technology is highly valued
Ability to script in Python is a plus
Audio DSP experience is a plus
Understanding of game audio implementation is a plus
Musicians welcome

Benefits

Comprehensive medical and dental coverage
Retirement benefits
A range of discounted products and free services
Reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition
Discretionary bonuses or commission payments
Relocation

Company

Apple

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Apple is a technology company that designs, manufactures, and markets consumer electronics, personal computers, and software.
dateFounded in 1976
location
Cupertino, California, USA
people-size10001+ employees
web-link
https://www.apple.com

H1B Sponsorship

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Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$5.67B
Key Investors
Berkshire HathawayMicrosoftSequoia Capital
2025-05-05Post Ipo Debt· $4.5B
2025-01-16Post Ipo Debt· $0.31M
2021-04-30Post Ipo Equity

Leadership Team

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Tim Cook
CEO
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Craig Federighi
SVP, Software Engineering

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