Mid Level Software Test Manager Jobs
Mid level software test manager jobs go to professionals ready to own test strategy end to end, guide junior QA engineers, and make quality decisions with limited oversight. 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 Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mid level software test manager job?
Position yourself by highlighting ownership, not just participation. Emphasize test plans you wrote, automation frameworks you built or improved, and defect processes you drove from start to resolution. Recruiters at this level want to see that you led quality efforts on a feature or release, not only executed tasks assigned to you. Tailor your resume to show scope and impact on each project.
Which companies hire mid level software test managers?
Companies hiring mid level software test managers right now include XoriantːUS, Apple, and Senseonics, Incorporated, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Mid-size technology firms and large enterprises with active software development cycles tend to hire most consistently at this level.
Are there remote mid level software test manager jobs?
Yes, though availability varies by employer and industry. About 55% of mid level software test manager openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting strong demand for distributed QA oversight across product teams. Filtering by work setting when you search is the fastest way to find openings that match your preferred arrangement.
How do I move up to a mid level software test manager role?
Moving from entry level to mid level takes deliberate expansion of scope over your first few years. Build depth in test automation, master at least one CI/CD pipeline, and take on ownership of a full feature or release cycle rather than individual test cases. Demonstrating measurable impact, such as reduced defect escape rates or faster release cycles, signals readiness for a mid level title.
Which industries hire the most mid level software test managers?
Mid Level software test manager roles concentrate in Technology & Software, Manufacturing, and Medical Devices, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because they ship software continuously and need experienced testers who can manage quality processes without constant senior oversight.