Mid Level Staff Embedded Software Engineer Jobs
Mid level staff embedded software engineer jobs go to engineers ready to own subsystems end to end, make architecture decisions with limited oversight, and guide junior teammates through complex firmware challenges. Openings run across Technology & Software, Electronics & Hardware, and Fintech, with 25% remote or hybrid availability, and employers like Apple, Airwallex, and SharkNinja 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 Staff Embedded Software Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mid level staff embedded software engineer job?
Position yourself as an engineer who owns deliverables, not just tasks. Highlight projects where you drove decisions on hardware-software integration, debugged low-level firmware issues independently, or improved system performance with measurable results. Tailor your resume to show depth in a specific domain such as RTOS, communication protocols, or power management, and be ready to discuss design tradeoffs in interviews.
Which companies hire mid level staff embedded software engineers?
Companies hiring mid level staff embedded software engineers right now include Apple, Airwallex, and SharkNinja, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this level, hiring comes from a mix of consumer electronics manufacturers, automotive suppliers, defense contractors, and medical device companies that need engineers capable of owning full firmware modules.
Are there remote mid level staff embedded software engineer jobs?
Yes, though hardware access requirements mean remote options are fewer than in pure software disciplines. About 25% of mid level staff embedded software engineer openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and these roles tend to involve simulation, tooling, or software-side embedded work where lab access is not required daily.
How do I move up to a mid level staff embedded software engineer role?
Moving from entry level to mid level in embedded software means building consistent ownership over time. Focus on taking full responsibility for a feature or subsystem, writing production-quality code with minimal review cycles, and debugging hardware-software interactions independently. Engineers who can document their design choices, mentor peers informally, and show measurable impact on reliability or performance typically make this transition within a few years.
Which industries hire the most mid level staff embedded software engineers?
Mid Level staff embedded software engineer roles concentrate in Technology & Software, Electronics & Hardware, and Fintech, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive hiring because they depend on safety-critical, resource-constrained systems that require engineers with enough experience to own firmware design decisions without close supervision.