Senior Level Traffic Signal Technician Jobs
Senior level traffic signal technician jobs place experienced professionals in charge of complex signal system projects, field operations leadership, and the technical decisions that keep traffic infrastructure running reliably. Openings are predominantly on-site across Electronics & Hardware, Technology & Software, and Telecommunications, with employers like MaxLinear, Apple, and Ampere Computing hiring at this level now.
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SUMMARY
Apple Silicon Engineering is seeking Hardware-minded Software engineers to create innovative tools to design the next generation of Apple’s world-leading systems-on-chip (SOCs). Apple’s multi-billion-transistor Ax SOCs are the brain of every iPhone and iPad. The Analog Mixed-Signal circuits connect them to the physical world via complex IPs such as SERDES for data communication, PLLs for clock generation, and sensors for measuring physical quantities. Modeling Software Engineers bring a unique and versatile combination of software and hardware expertise. On their way from the designer's mind to becoming a piece of silicon, circuits take form in software. Modeling Software Engineers develop those software-representations of future hardware and then make them real. This includes both the circuits themselves, and the underlying tools to enable hundreds more designers. We use modern software design methodology and apply it to Hardware design.
DESCRIPTION
This role develops specialized software tools and simulation platforms that enable the design of analog mixed-signal circuits for Apple's custom silicon chips. You'll combine software engineering expertise with hardware knowledge to build automation frameworks, optimization algorithms, and modeling environments that help circuit designers create the physical interfaces connecting Apple's processors to the real world. The position requires strong programming skills in Python or C++ and involves working on challenging problems at the intersection of software development and hardware design.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- BS and 10+ years of relevant industry experience
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Expert-level proficiency in Python and/or C++
- Strong background in object-oriented programming (OOP) and software architecture design
- Experience with computational geometry, constraint solvers, or optimization algorithms
- Knowledge of event-driven programming and system-level simulation frameworks
- Understanding of analog layout principles (matching, shielding, parasitics, DRC/LVS) and EDA tool APIs and file formats (LEF/DEF, GDSII, OpenAccess)
- Experience developing web applications (e.g., Flask, React) and designing frontend user interfaces
COMPENSATION
- 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.
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.
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.
Apple accepts applications to this posting on an ongoing basis.
SUMMARY
Apple Silicon Engineering is seeking Hardware-minded Software engineers to create innovative tools to design the next generation of Apple’s world-leading systems-on-chip (SOCs). Apple’s multi-billion-transistor Ax SOCs are the brain of every iPhone and iPad. The Analog Mixed-Signal circuits connect them to the physical world via complex IPs such as SERDES for data communication, PLLs for clock generation, and sensors for measuring physical quantities. Modeling Software Engineers bring a unique and versatile combination of software and hardware expertise. On their way from the designer's mind to becoming a piece of silicon, circuits take form in software. Modeling Software Engineers develop those software-representations of future hardware and then make them real. This includes both the circuits themselves, and the underlying tools to enable hundreds more designers. We use modern software design methodology and apply it to Hardware design.
DESCRIPTION
This role develops specialized software tools and simulation platforms that enable the design of analog mixed-signal circuits for Apple's custom silicon chips. You'll combine software engineering expertise with hardware knowledge to build automation frameworks, optimization algorithms, and modeling environments that help circuit designers create the physical interfaces connecting Apple's processors to the real world. The position requires strong programming skills in Python or C++ and involves working on challenging problems at the intersection of software development and hardware design.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- BS and 10+ years of relevant industry experience
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Expert-level proficiency in Python and/or C++
- Strong background in object-oriented programming (OOP) and software architecture design
- Experience with computational geometry, constraint solvers, or optimization algorithms
- Knowledge of event-driven programming and system-level simulation frameworks
- Understanding of analog layout principles (matching, shielding, parasitics, DRC/LVS) and EDA tool APIs and file formats (LEF/DEF, GDSII, OpenAccess)
- Experience developing web applications (e.g., Flask, React) and designing frontend user interfaces
COMPENSATION
- 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.
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.
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.
Apple accepts applications to this posting on an ongoing basis.
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Senior Level Traffic Signal Technician Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a senior level traffic signal technician job?
Employers at this level look for demonstrated ownership of large-scale signal projects, proficiency with traffic management systems and controllers, and a history of leading field crews or mentoring junior technicians. Certifications such as IMSA Traffic Signal Technician Level III or state-specific credentials carry significant weight. Candidates who can speak to specific system upgrades, coordination with transportation agencies, and troubleshooting under pressure consistently stand out.
Which companies hire senior level traffic signal technicians?
Companies hiring senior level traffic signal technicians right now include MaxLinear, Apple, and Ampere Computing, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring at this level comes primarily from transportation engineering firms, municipal and state departments of transportation, and large electrical contractors with dedicated traffic infrastructure divisions.
Are there remote senior level traffic signal technician jobs?
Yes, though most roles in this field are field-based by nature. About 24% of senior level traffic signal technician openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those positions tend to involve system design, project oversight, or traffic engineering consulting rather than hands-on installation and maintenance work.
What makes a traffic signal technician role senior level?
Senior level roles are defined by independent ownership of projects, accountability for system-wide performance, and responsibility for mentoring or supervising less experienced technicians. Where mid-level roles focus on executing tasks, senior roles require setting technical direction, interpreting complex plans, coordinating across agencies or contractors, and making decisions that affect safety and reliability across an entire corridor or network.
Which industries hire the most senior level traffic signal technicians?
Senior Level traffic signal technician roles concentrate in Electronics & Hardware, Technology & Software, and Telecommunications, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive demand because they manage or build the signal infrastructure that underpins public safety, smart city initiatives, and large-scale transportation improvement programs.