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Test Manager roles qualify as specialty occupations under H-1B visa, requiring a bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, or a related field. Employers file a Labor Condition Application before sponsoring you, and many tech and financial services firms have active LCA filing histories for QA leadership positions.
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SUMMARY
Imagine what you could do here. At Apple, new ideas have a way of becoming extraordinary products, services, and customer experiences very quickly. Bring passion and dedication to your job and there's no telling what you could accomplish. The people here at Apple don’t just craft products - they build the kind of wonder that’s revolutionized entire industries. It’s the diversity of those people and their ideas that inspires the innovation that runs through everything we do, from amazing technology to industry-leading environmental efforts. Join Apple and help us leave the world better than we found it. As a Test Engineering Manager, you will lead a team of engineers and technicians responsible for enabling and sustaining factory test lines in Cupertino that support all Apple hardware products pre and post New Product Introduction (NPI). These factory test lines are an important asset to Apple, as these enable product quality continuous improvement (activities such as EFFA and QIF) and facilitate the development of field diagnostics and repair processes. In this role, you will collaborate with cross-functional engineering partners to develop test plans and schedules, and ultimately lead the team to execute on those agreements and deliver factory testing capability and capacity when needed by our partners.
DESCRIPTION
Responsibilities include providing leadership during all planning, engineering, and procurement activities to enable automated test line bring-up and continuity: Responsibilities include providing test engineering leadership during all test station planning and execution to enable test line bring-up and continuity. Collaborate with Hardware Engineering, Product Quality and AppleCare cross-functional partners and leadership to gain agreement on test coverage and support requirements for NPI and sustaining support as it relates to but not limited to as-is, trade-in and RMAO business. Understand automated test station functionality as it relates to the product features and responsible for BOM review discussions and finalization of equipment requirements. Collaborate with global vendors for automated test station bring-up and own the engineering deliverables for overall readiness. Assign test engineers and technicians during planning phase to execute deliverables for each product test line. These include line layout, test equipment requirements, budget, schedule, system updates, and engineering resources (DRI and temporary) forecasts. Facilitate and be the gatekeeper for equipment purchasing by collaborating with test engineers and PM’s. Collaborate with PM’s to present budget to the Finance/PQM stakeholders and AppleCare leadership. Provide engineering leadership during execution of test line plans, installation, qualification and troubleshooting of issues blocking test line readiness for all product lines. Maintain communication with cross-functional partners during product lifecycle to revisit test line support requirements. Manage team engineering resources as needed to support ongoing test line operations. Provide mentorship to Test Engineering team members.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- BS or MS in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Computer Science.
- 10 years of industry work experience, with 5 years in a people management role, in Test Engineering, Product Quality, or Technical Operations.
- Technical leader with established track record of managing engineering teams, including Test Engineering and/or Product Quality responsibilities.
- Experience managing the qualification and maintenance of automated test processes & screening procedures.
- Ability to identify and communicate improvements for current test, operations, & business processes.
- Strong analytical skills and experience with statistical analysis tools.
- Experience collaborating with network, security, and infrastructure function.
- A solution-oriented work ethic with a high degree of flexibility in supporting multiple projects with a range of complexity & priority.
- Previous track record working with cross-functional/interdisciplinary teams.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, ability to communicate complex items in simple language.
- Experience presenting at all levels of the organization, from individual contributors to senior leadership.
- High attention to detail.
- Ability to travel as required.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- MBA is considered a plus.
- Passion for problem solving and identifying root cause.
COMPENSATION
- Base pay range for this role is between $183,700 and $319,800, 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. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation.
Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.
Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant
At Apple, we believe accessibility is a fundamental human right. You’ll find that idea reflected in everything here — in our culture, our benefits and our digital tools. By welcoming as many perspectives as possible, we help you build a career where you feel like you belong.
Apple accepts applications to this posting on an ongoing basis.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a Test Manager
Align your credentials to specialty occupation standards
USCIS requires your degree to directly relate to test management work. A computer science, software engineering, or information systems degree maps cleanly. If your degree is in a different field, document how your coursework and certifications like ISTQB bridge that gap.
Search LCA filings to identify active sponsors
Use Migrate Mate to find employers with verified LCA filing histories for QA and test management roles. This filters out companies that list sponsorship as possible but have never actually filed, saving you weeks of outreach to non-starters.
Target industries with structural QA demand
Financial services, healthcare IT, and enterprise software firms maintain dedicated test management functions across release cycles. These industries file LCAs repeatedly for the same role type, signaling genuine long-term sponsorship willingness rather than one-off hiring.
Verify prevailing wage before negotiating your offer
Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the DOL prevailing level for your location and job zone. Run your title and metro area through the OFLC Wage Search before accepting an offer so you know the floor your employer is legally bound to meet.
Document your test strategy ownership clearly
H-1B specialty occupation RFEs for QA roles often challenge whether the position truly requires a degree. Counter this upfront by framing your resume around test architecture decisions, risk-based planning, and cross-functional leadership rather than execution-level testing tasks.
Confirm the employer's I-129 timeline fits your status window
If you're transitioning from OPT or cap-gap, ask the hiring team when they intend to file the I-129 petition with USCIS. A delayed filing can break your work authorization continuity, so align the offer start date with your current status expiry.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Test Manager role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, in most cases, but the framing matters. USCIS looks for evidence that the position normally requires at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field. Test Manager roles that involve test architecture, risk strategy, and cross-team quality governance meet that bar more reliably than roles framed around hands-on test execution. Your job description needs to reflect the analytical and managerial complexity of the work.
What degree does a sponsoring employer typically need you to have?
Computer science, software engineering, information systems, or a closely related technical field covers the clearest cases. Some employers also accept degrees in mathematics or electrical engineering if your experience bridges the gap. If your degree is unrelated, documented equivalent experience using a three-to-one substitution ratio can be used, though this invites more scrutiny from USCIS during adjudication.
How do I find employers who actively sponsor Test Manager roles?
Migrate Mate shows employers with verified sponsorship histories for QA and test management positions, so you can focus your applications on companies that have actually filed rather than those who list sponsorship as theoretical. This matters because LCA filing history is the strongest signal of an employer's willingness and administrative readiness to sponsor.
Does a TN visa work for Test Manager positions?
No. The TN visa covers a defined list of USMCA professions, and Test Manager is not on it. Even if your underlying skills overlap with a listed category like Computer Systems Analyst, the job title and primary duties need to match the USMCA occupation description. Test management as a standalone role does not qualify, so H-1B or other specialty occupation visas are the realistic path.
What happens to my H-1B sponsorship if I change employers during the process?
If you're already in H-1B status, you can start working for a new employer as soon as the new I-129 petition is filed with USCIS, without waiting for approval. If you haven't yet received H-1B status, you need the new employer to file a fresh petition on your behalf. Either way, your previous employer's LCA becomes void and the new employer must file their own.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Test Manager jobs?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.