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The Apple Machine Translation team is building groundbreaking technology that enables connecting people across language barriers. We are looking for an experienced Quality Engineer/SDET to own the ...

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How much do machine translation engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for machine translation engineer in the United States is $128,769.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $101,500.00 and $155,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a machine translation engineer?

Machine Translation Engineers are professionals who design, develop, and maintain systems and algorithms that automatically translate text or speech from one language to another. They work at the intersection of software engineering, linguistics, and artificial intelligence, often utilizing techniques from natural language processing (NLP) and deep learning. Their responsibilities include improving translation accuracy, optimizing performance, integrating translation models into applications, and addressing language-specific challenges. Machine Translation Engineers often collaborate with linguists, data scientists, and software developers to create effective multilingual solutions.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a machine translation engineer?

To thrive as a Machine Translation Engineer, you need strong expertise in computational linguistics, natural language processing (NLP), and proficiency in programming languages such as Python or Java, typically supported by a degree in computer science or a related field. Familiarity with machine learning frameworks (like TensorFlow or PyTorch), translation memory tools, and experience with neural machine translation (NMT) systems are commonly required. Outstanding analytical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication skills help you collaborate with diverse teams and address complex language challenges. These competencies ensure the development of accurate, efficient, and reliable machine translation solutions that meet user and industry needs.

What challenges do machine translation engineers face when improving translation quality across languages?

Machine Translation Engineers often encounter challenges such as handling low-resource languages, managing idiomatic expressions, and ensuring contextual accuracy in translations. Balancing translation quality with system performance and scalability is also a frequent concern, especially when deploying solutions at scale. Collaborating closely with linguists and data scientists is essential to continuously refine models, address edge cases, and incorporate user feedback for ongoing improvement.

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Infographic showing various Machine Translation Engineer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 92% Full Time, 2% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $128,769 per year, or $61.9 per hour.

Machine Translation Quality Engineer

Seattle, WA • On-site

Apple
Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing • 10K+ employees

$142K - $263K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Retirement

Re-posted 18 days ago


Key responsibilities

  • Own the test automation strategy for Apple's Translate app and client products.

  • Participate in defining testing strategies, analyze test results, and troubleshoot failures.

  • Collaborate with development and QA teams to ensure comprehensive test coverage and improve automation coverage.


Apple rating

8.1

Company rating: 8.1 out of 10

Based on 684 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

Would you like to play a critical part in the next revolution of human-computer interaction? The Apple Machine Translation team is building groundbreaking technology that enables connecting people across language barriers. We are looking for an experienced Quality Engineer/SDET to own the test automation strategy for Apple’s Translate app and client products.
Description
Apple's Machine Translation is embedded into several products across the iOS, iPadOS, macOS and watchOS ecosystems: from Translate App that is used to communicate across different languages, to Safari full webpage translation, to system-wide translation that allows you to quickly translate any highlighted text into over 20 languages.
In this role, you’ll be directly responsible for Machine Translation’s client features and test automation. You’ll be collaborating closely with product engineering and modeling teams in order to come up with the right functional and non-functional test plans along with developing the automation and frameworks to validate our releases meet the highest standards of quality.","responsibilities":"Participate in defining testing strategies and methodologies to enhance overall software quality
Identify, document, and track software defects, collaborating with developers to resolve issues swiftly and effectively
Analyze test results, troubleshoot failures, and generate detailed reports on software quality and product health
Continuously improve test automation coverage by integrating new tests and refining existing ones
Collaborate closely with developers, engineering program managers, and partner QA teams to comprehend feature requirements and ensure comprehensive test coverage
Be a great teammate with the ability to mentor peers and take on leadership roles within the team
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with developing mobile test automation and frameworks
Deep understanding of development lifecycles, testing methodologies, QA processes
Proven experience in software QA creating test plans for new products and features
Excellent communication skills are a requirement due to the high level of interaction with engineering teams, management, and other organizations within Apple
Minimum Qualifications
5+ years of experience in software testing with strong focus on test automation
Fluency in Swift, Java, or other object-oriented programming languages
Experience client-side and UI testing using technologies like XCTest, XCUITest, or equivalent
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent professional experience
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 $142,300 and $263,300, 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. Learn more about Apple Benefits
Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.

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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. Dynamic, intelligent people and inspiring, innovative technologies are the norm here. The people who work here have reinvented entire industries with all Apple Hardware products. The same real passion for innovation that goes into our products also applies to our practices strengthening our dedication to leave the world better than we found it.

Industry

Computer and electronic product manufacturing

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Cupertino, CA, US

Year founded

1976