Mid Level SoC Design Engineer Jobs
Mid level soc design engineer jobs go to engineers ready to own subsystem design from specification through tape-out, make architectural decisions with limited oversight, and guide junior teammates through implementation challenges. Roles are spread across on-site, remote, and hybrid settings in Electronics & Hardware and Technology & Software, with Apple, NVIDIA, and Micron Technology hiring at this level now.
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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. Dynamic, hardworking 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 passion for innovation that goes into our products also applies to our practices strengthening our commitment to leave the world better than we found it. Join us to help deliver the next groundbreaking Apple product! In this visible role, you will be directly responsible for the physical implementation of design partition(s) (from netlist to tapeout) for a highly complex SOC utilizing innovative process technology.
DESCRIPTION
- Work with the logic design team to understand partition architecture and drive physical aspects early in the design cycle.
- Complete netlist to GDS2 implementation for partition(s) meeting schedule and design goals.
- Timing, physical and electrical verification and driving the signoff closure for the partitions.
- Resolve and improve design and flow issues related to physical design, identify potential solutions, and drive execution.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Minimum BS and 3+ years of relevant industry experience.
- Experience with partition level P&R implementation including floorplanning, clock and power distribution, timing closure, physical and electrical verification.
- Knowledge of physical design construction and analysis flows and methodology.
- Experience with industry standard tools, understanding their capabilities and underlying algorithms.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Ability to adhere to stringent schedule and die size requirements.
- Experience with large SOC designs (>20M gates) with frequencies in excess of 1GHZ.
- Experience with sub 10nm tech nodes.
- 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
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, hardworking 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 passion for innovation that goes into our products also applies to our practices strengthening our commitment to leave the world better than we found it. Join us to help deliver the next groundbreaking Apple product! In this visible role, you will be directly responsible for the physical implementation of design partition(s) (from netlist to tapeout) for a highly complex SOC utilizing innovative process technology.
DESCRIPTION
- Work with the logic design team to understand partition architecture and drive physical aspects early in the design cycle.
- Complete netlist to GDS2 implementation for partition(s) meeting schedule and design goals.
- Timing, physical and electrical verification and driving the signoff closure for the partitions.
- Resolve and improve design and flow issues related to physical design, identify potential solutions, and drive execution.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Minimum BS and 3+ years of relevant industry experience.
- Experience with partition level P&R implementation including floorplanning, clock and power distribution, timing closure, physical and electrical verification.
- Knowledge of physical design construction and analysis flows and methodology.
- Experience with industry standard tools, understanding their capabilities and underlying algorithms.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Ability to adhere to stringent schedule and die size requirements.
- Experience with large SOC designs (>20M gates) with frequencies in excess of 1GHZ.
- Experience with sub 10nm tech nodes.
- 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 Design Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mid level soc design engineer job?
Position yourself around the depth of ownership you have already demonstrated. Highlight subsystems or IP blocks you have driven end to end, design decisions you made without close supervision, and any RTL, verification, or physical design work you can show concrete results for. Applications that connect your experience to a specific product family or process node stand out more than those listing tools alone.
Which companies hire mid level soc design engineers?
Companies hiring mid level soc design engineers right now include Apple, NVIDIA, and Micron Technology, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring at this level comes from both large semiconductor manufacturers building out established product lines and fast-growing fabless design houses scaling their engineering teams.
Are there remote mid level soc design engineer jobs?
Yes, though remote availability is more limited than in some other engineering disciplines due to lab access and EDA tool licensing requirements. About 0% of mid level soc design engineer openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with hybrid arrangements being the more common flexible option, particularly at companies with on-site tape-out workflows.
How do I move up to a mid level soc design engineer role?
Moving from entry level into a mid level soc design engineer role comes through progressively owning larger blocks of work. Engineers typically build from contributing to a module under supervision toward driving a full subsystem independently, accumulating experience across RTL design, simulation, synthesis, or physical implementation. Demonstrating measurable impact, such as timing closure on a block or a successful tape-out contribution, signals readiness for the mid level title.
Which industries hire the most mid level soc design engineers?
Mid Level soc design engineer roles concentrate in Electronics & Hardware and Technology & Software, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive consistent demand because they require custom silicon for performance-critical applications, making experienced design engineers a core part of their product development organizations.