Mid Level Assistant Software Engineer Jobs
Mid level assistant software engineer jobs go to engineers ready to own features end to end, mentor junior teammates, and make technical decisions without constant oversight. Openings run across Technology & Software, Banking & Financial Services, and Investment & Asset Management, with a strong mix of remote and hybrid settings, and employers like Esri, Apple, and JPMorganChase hiring at this level now.
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Join the team responsible for ensuring the highest quality for technologies at the heart of products known to surprise and delight our customers. The Embedded Sensors Quality Engineering team owns and drives the excellence of quality for the Always On Platform (AOP) which enables multiple features - from driving motion sensors like accelerometers, gyroscopes and IMUs to detecting “Hey Siri” and more on all Apple products like the iPhone, Apple Watch, AirPods and Apple Vision Pro and more!
Description
This is a highly entrepreneurial team, always looking for innovative ways to improve status quo and solve difficult problems in new and better ways. You will work in a fast paced environment, interacting directly with development teams within the organization as well as cross-functional teams. The nature of the position requires excellent communication skills, strong technical and debugging skills, and a drive to make a difference.
Minimum Qualifications
- 5+ years of experience with testing or debugging embedded systems or device drivers.
- Strong understanding of software test and validation methodologies
- Solid OS fundamentals
- Programming experience with C/C++, Python and Shell scripting
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Bachelor’s degree in CS/CE/EE (or equivalent, or related field)
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with developing, testing or debugging device drivers, firmware, other low level software, embedded systems or sensors
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 $184,700 and $324,800, 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. 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.
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.
Learn about accessibility in Apple’s workplace
Learn about reasonable accommodations for job applicants
Apple accepts applications to this posting on an ongoing basis.
Join the team responsible for ensuring the highest quality for technologies at the heart of products known to surprise and delight our customers. The Embedded Sensors Quality Engineering team owns and drives the excellence of quality for the Always On Platform (AOP) which enables multiple features - from driving motion sensors like accelerometers, gyroscopes and IMUs to detecting “Hey Siri” and more on all Apple products like the iPhone, Apple Watch, AirPods and Apple Vision Pro and more!
Description
This is a highly entrepreneurial team, always looking for innovative ways to improve status quo and solve difficult problems in new and better ways. You will work in a fast paced environment, interacting directly with development teams within the organization as well as cross-functional teams. The nature of the position requires excellent communication skills, strong technical and debugging skills, and a drive to make a difference.
Minimum Qualifications
- 5+ years of experience with testing or debugging embedded systems or device drivers.
- Strong understanding of software test and validation methodologies
- Solid OS fundamentals
- Programming experience with C/C++, Python and Shell scripting
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Bachelor’s degree in CS/CE/EE (or equivalent, or related field)
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with developing, testing or debugging device drivers, firmware, other low level software, embedded systems or sensors
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 $184,700 and $324,800, 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. 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.
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.
Learn about accessibility in Apple’s workplace
Learn about reasonable accommodations for job applicants
Apple accepts applications to this posting on an ongoing basis.
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Mid Level Assistant Software Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mid level assistant software engineer job?
Position yourself around ownership, not just contribution. Highlight projects where you drove decisions, debugged complex issues independently, or improved a system in a measurable way. Tailor your resume to show depth in a specific stack rather than breadth across many tools. Mid level hiring managers want to see that you can be trusted with a feature from design to deployment with minimal hand-holding.
Which companies hire mid level assistant software engineers?
Companies hiring mid level assistant software engineers right now include Esri, Apple, and JPMorganChase, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring at this level covers large technology firms, growth-stage startups, and enterprise organizations across multiple industries that need engineers who can contribute independently on cross-functional teams.
Are there remote mid level assistant software engineer jobs?
Yes, remote and hybrid options are widely available at this experience level. About 35% of mid level assistant software engineer openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting strong employer demand for experienced engineers who can collaborate effectively without being on-site full time. Filtering by work setting on Migrate Mate helps narrow results to what fits your situation.
How do I move up to a mid level assistant software engineer role?
Moving from entry level to mid level takes deliberate skill-building over time. Focus on deepening your command of a core stack, taking on tasks that require problem-solving beyond a ticket description, and completing projects with real ownership rather than just executing instructions. Seeking code review feedback, contributing to architectural discussions, and demonstrating measurable impact in your work builds the credibility that mid level roles require.
Which industries hire the most mid level assistant software engineers?
Mid Level assistant software engineer roles concentrate in Technology & Software, Banking & Financial Services, and Investment & Asset Management, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because they run complex, continuously evolving software products that need engineers capable of owning features and contributing to system design without senior supervision at every step.