Mid Level SOC Architect Jobs
Mid level soc architect jobs go to professionals ready to own security operations infrastructure end to end, drive architectural decisions with limited oversight, and guide junior analysts through complex incidents. Roles are concentrated in Electronics & Hardware, Technology & Software, and Science & Research, with a mix of on-site, remote, and hybrid settings, and employers like Apple, Cts, and NVIDIA hiring at this level now.
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SUMMARY
Do you love crafting elegant solutions to highly sophisticated challenges? As part of our Silicon Technologies group, you’ll help design and manufacture our next-generation, high-performance, power-efficient processor, system-on-chip (SoC). You’ll ensure Apple products and services can seamlessly and efficiently handle the tasks that make them beloved by millions. Joining this group means you’ll be responsible for crafting and building the technology that fuels Apple’s devices. Together, we will enable our customers to do all the things they love with their devices! At Apple, we go beyond the industry norm and demonstrate creativity in problem solving, ability to think dynamically and outside of standard convention, and adapt quickly to new technical areas. We promote innovation and new technology. The people who work here have reinvented and defined entire industries with the Mac, iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Vision, Apple TV, AirPods, HomePod and a multitude of groundbreaking Accessories. We have done the same with services, including iTunes, the App Store, Apple Music, and Apple Pay. The same 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. You should join us to help deliver the next amazing Apple product! Joining Apple as an Embedded Software Engineer for SoC Factory Support, you will craft and implement embedded software for System on a Chip (SoC) bring up and test. You will write software for Apple silicon in a production boot loader environment. You will work closely with the Product Engineering teams to bring up new silicon on device and ensure the SoC quality when manufactured.
DESCRIPTION
- Design and implementation of firmware for SoC bring up, validation, and test.
- Identify, analyze and root-cause SoC failures in the factory.
- Enhance and maintain the development and debug environments, tools and methodologies.
- Support of functional test environment for device characterization, failure analysis, and mass production.
- Generate post-silicon directed diagnostic and stress test cases and debugging failure cases using multiple HW and low level SW platforms.
- Use of soft skills and data driven approach to effectively collaborate and participate in multi-team discussions and decision-making.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or related field.
- Minimum of 3+ years of software development/validation experience
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Embedded software experience, including debugging and characterization
- Experience with embedded C programming
- Experience on SoC silicon bring up/power up
- Experience with problem solving and delivery of high volume and high quality SW
- Experience debugging boot loader is a plus
- Experience using laboratory equipment (e.g., logic analyzer, digital oscilloscope) is a plus
- Strong communication skills
COMPENSATION
- Base pay range for this role is between $150,400 and $277,600, 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.
Apple believes 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.
SUMMARY
Do you love crafting elegant solutions to highly sophisticated challenges? As part of our Silicon Technologies group, you’ll help design and manufacture our next-generation, high-performance, power-efficient processor, system-on-chip (SoC). You’ll ensure Apple products and services can seamlessly and efficiently handle the tasks that make them beloved by millions. Joining this group means you’ll be responsible for crafting and building the technology that fuels Apple’s devices. Together, we will enable our customers to do all the things they love with their devices! At Apple, we go beyond the industry norm and demonstrate creativity in problem solving, ability to think dynamically and outside of standard convention, and adapt quickly to new technical areas. We promote innovation and new technology. The people who work here have reinvented and defined entire industries with the Mac, iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Vision, Apple TV, AirPods, HomePod and a multitude of groundbreaking Accessories. We have done the same with services, including iTunes, the App Store, Apple Music, and Apple Pay. The same 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. You should join us to help deliver the next amazing Apple product! Joining Apple as an Embedded Software Engineer for SoC Factory Support, you will craft and implement embedded software for System on a Chip (SoC) bring up and test. You will write software for Apple silicon in a production boot loader environment. You will work closely with the Product Engineering teams to bring up new silicon on device and ensure the SoC quality when manufactured.
DESCRIPTION
- Design and implementation of firmware for SoC bring up, validation, and test.
- Identify, analyze and root-cause SoC failures in the factory.
- Enhance and maintain the development and debug environments, tools and methodologies.
- Support of functional test environment for device characterization, failure analysis, and mass production.
- Generate post-silicon directed diagnostic and stress test cases and debugging failure cases using multiple HW and low level SW platforms.
- Use of soft skills and data driven approach to effectively collaborate and participate in multi-team discussions and decision-making.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or related field.
- Minimum of 3+ years of software development/validation experience
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Embedded software experience, including debugging and characterization
- Experience with embedded C programming
- Experience on SoC silicon bring up/power up
- Experience with problem solving and delivery of high volume and high quality SW
- Experience debugging boot loader is a plus
- Experience using laboratory equipment (e.g., logic analyzer, digital oscilloscope) is a plus
- Strong communication skills
COMPENSATION
- Base pay range for this role is between $150,400 and $277,600, 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.
Apple believes 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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Mid Level SOC Architect Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mid level soc architect job?
Position yourself around ownership, not just participation. Highlight projects where you designed or improved SOC workflows, selected tooling, or reduced detection and response times. Certifications like CISSP, CEH, or GIAC credentials strengthen your profile. Tailor each application to show you can operate independently on complex security challenges, not just execute tasks assigned by seniors.
Which companies hire mid level soc architects?
Companies hiring mid level soc architects right now include Apple, Cts, and NVIDIA, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this level, hiring comes from a mix of enterprise technology firms, financial services companies, managed security service providers, and large healthcare or government contractors that run mature, 24/7 security operations functions.
Are there remote mid level soc architect jobs?
Yes, though availability varies by employer and role scope. About 9% of mid level soc architect openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting strong demand for distributed security talent. Some roles require on-site presence for classified environments or regulated industries, so check each listing carefully for location requirements before applying.
How do I move up to a mid level soc architect role?
Moving from entry level into a mid level soc architect role takes deliberate skill-building over your first few years. Focus on deepening expertise in threat detection frameworks, SIEM platforms, and incident response playbooks. Take on project ownership within your current team, pursue recognized certifications, and document measurable impact like reduced alert fatigue or improved mean time to respond.
Which industries hire the most mid level soc architects?
Mid Level soc architect roles concentrate in Electronics & Hardware, Technology & Software, and Science & Research, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors invest heavily in SOC capabilities because of regulatory requirements, high-value data assets, and the complexity of their threat environments, all of which demand architects who can build and refine detection infrastructure rather than simply monitor it.