Mid Level Software Test Engineer Jobs
Mid level software test engineer jobs go to engineers ready to own test strategies end to end, drive quality decisions with minimal oversight, and mentor junior team members on testing best practices. Openings run across Technology & Software, Manufacturing, and Medical Devices, with 55% remote or hybrid availability, and companies like XoriantːUS, Apple, and Senseonics, Incorporated 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 Software Test Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mid level software test engineer job?
Position your experience around ownership, not just execution. Highlight test frameworks you built or improved, quality metrics you moved, and decisions you made independently. Tailor your resume to show end-to-end responsibility for a feature or release cycle. Hiring managers at this level want engineers who can identify gaps in a test strategy, not just follow one someone else designed.
Which companies hire mid level software test engineers?
Companies hiring mid level software test engineers right now include XoriantːUS, Apple, and Senseonics, Incorporated, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this level, you'll find openings across large technology companies, financial services firms, healthcare platforms, and fast-growing product startups, all of which invest heavily in structured QA at the mid level stage.
Are there remote mid level software test engineer jobs?
Yes, remote options are a real part of the market at this level. About 55% of mid level software test engineer openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how broadly distributed QA teams have become. Engineers with strong async communication skills and experience working across time zones are especially competitive for fully remote positions.
How do I move up to a mid level software test engineer role?
The path into mid level is built on demonstrated ownership over time. Early in your career, deepen your skills in automation frameworks, CI/CD pipeline integration, and risk-based test planning. Taking initiative on a full feature's test coverage, mentoring a newer colleague, or reducing a release defect rate through a process change are the kinds of contributions that signal readiness for mid level responsibility.
Which industries hire the most mid level software test engineers?
Mid Level software test engineer roles concentrate in Technology & Software, Manufacturing, and Medical Devices, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors invest at this experience level because they depend on reliable release cycles, regulatory compliance, or high-volume user transactions that make structured, experienced QA ownership a business necessity rather than a nice-to-have.