Audio Software Quality Manager, Apple Vision Pro

Audio Software Quality Manager, Apple Vision Pro

Boulder, Colorado, United States Software and Services

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. Apple's Vision Products Group is looking for a technically grounded, people-first Software Quality Manager to help define the future of spatial audio on Apple Vision Pro — leading a team responsible for ensuring that every sound, every cue, and every immersive moment meets the bar Apple customers expect and deserve.

The ideal candidate is a seasoned engineering manager comfortable leading a high-performing team in a dynamic and rapidly evolving space. In this role, you will manage a team of manual and automation engineers responsible for developing, maintaining, and executing audio quality test plans for some of Apple's most advanced technologies — including augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR). You thrive in cross‑functional environments, partnering closely with software engineers, architects, project managers, and QA teams across Apple to define what quality audio looks and sounds like on the platform.

• Lead and mentor a team of manual and automation engineers, fostering a culture of growth, collaboration, and technical excellence
• Own the audio quality test strategy for Apple Vision Pro, including the development, maintenance, and execution of comprehensive test plans across spatial audio frameworks
• Partner with hardware and software teams to identify, triage, and resolve audio quality issues across the full product development lifecycle
• Present test results, quality metrics, and risk assessments to senior leadership and key stakeholders, translating technical findings into clear, actionable insights
• Drive cross‑functional collaboration with software engineers, architects, and product teams to define quality standards for cutting‑edge AR/VR audio experiences
• Recruit, onboard, and develop engineering talent, building a diverse and high‑performing team capable of tackling the unique challenges of spatial audio quality

• 4+ years of management experience leading QA/QE teams
• 8+ years of professional experience in Software Quality
• Expertise in subjective and objective methodologies for measuring the quality of a consumer audio experience
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Experience leading and developing a team in a highly cross‑functional environment
• Established track record of building strong teams — attracting, hiring, motivating, and retaining top engineering talent
• Ability to drive cross‑functional communications, managing dependencies while maintaining tight timelines
• Deep understanding of SQA methodologies and processes
• Experience leading both manual and automated QA efforts
• In‑depth knowledge and experience with consumer audio devices and experiences
• Understanding of audio processing fundamentals and how they apply to the customer experience
• Experience with AR/VR or spatial computing platforms
• BS in Computer Science/Engineering and/or equivalent experience

• Understanding and application of Python, Swift, and/or C/C++ programming skills
• Familiarity with macOS and/or iOS platforms, automation frameworks, and tools development (preferably in Python)
• Experience with AI‑powered development and testing tools to accelerate quality workflows and test coverage
• Data management skills including reporting, dashboards, and quality metrics visualization
  
  Experience with wireless audio accessories such as Air Pods and related Apple audio ecosystems
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