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USA Firmware

Principal Embedded Firmware Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site

$98.40K - $134.70K/yr

Proficiency in C/C++, Python, and assembly language programming * Experience with ARM Cortex architectures and low-power embedded system design * Experience with communication interfaces including ...

USA Firmware

Principal Embedded Firmware Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site

$98.40K - $134.70K/yr

Proficiency in C/C++, Python, and assembly language programming * Experience with ARM Cortex architectures and low-power embedded system design * Experience with communication interfaces including ...

Intel

CPU RTL Design Engineer

Austin, TX

Deep knowledge of Intel Architecture ISA and system architecture, including x86 assembly language ... programmable solutions, and the promise of always-on 5G connectivity, Intel is disrupting ...

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As of May 31, 2026, the average hourly pay for assembly language programmer in Texas is $36.83, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $23.94 and $47.93 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an Assembly Language Programmer job?

An Assembly Language Programmer is responsible for writing low-level code that directly interacts with a computer's hardware. They work with assembly language, which is specific to a machine's architecture, to optimize performance and efficiency. These programmers often develop firmware, operating system components, or performance-critical applications where high-speed execution is required. Their role requires in-depth knowledge of computer architecture, memory management, and debugging techniques.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Assembly Language Programmer position, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Assembly Language Programmer, you need extensive knowledge of computer architectures, low-level programming, and strong analytical skills, typically supported by a degree in computer science or related field. Familiarity with platform-specific assemblers, debuggers, integrated development environments (IDEs), and version control systems is commonly expected. Attention to detail, problem-solving ability, and clear communication are crucial soft skills for this technical role. These competencies ensure efficient, reliable code that interacts directly with hardware, supporting system stability and performance.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of an Assembly Language Programmer?

As an Assembly Language Programmer, your daily responsibilities often include writing, testing, and debugging low-level code for specialized systems or embedded devices. You may review hardware documentation, optimize existing code for speed or memory usage, and collaborate with hardware engineers or other software developers to ensure seamless system integration. Detailed code documentation and version management are also part of the routine. The work is typically meticulous and requires a high degree of precision, but it offers the opportunity to make significant, tangible impacts on core products and system performance.
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Software Engineer- SoC Level Validation Engineer

Software Engineer- SoC Level Validation Engineer

Apple

Austin, TX

$181.10K - $318.40K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Retirement

Posted 11 days ago

Apple rating

8.1

Company rating: 8.1 out of 10

Based on 661 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

6th of 30 rated technology retailers

Job description

Do you love creating elegant solutions to highly complex challenges? Do you intrinsically see the importance in every detail? As part of our Silicon Technologies group, you’ll help design and manufacture our next-generation, high-performance, power-efficient processor, system-on-chip (SoC). You’ll ensure Apple products and services can seamlessly and efficiently handle the tasks that make them beloved by millions. Joining this group means you’ll be responsible for crafting and building the technology that fuels Apple’s devices. Together, you and your team will enable our customers to do all the things they love with their devices. Join us to help deliver the next groundbreaking Apple product. We have a critical impact on getting high quality functional products to millions of customers quickly, and we are hiring all levels from junior to senior roles.
What happens when you run almost everything on an SoC all at once while powering down blocks, hammering new features, and running a complex suite of algorithms? You find bugs. That’s exactly what we do. We break Apple Silicon with our bare metal system level SW suite that runs mostly post-silicon, leverages pre-silicon and finds corner-case hardware bugs. Join our team to uphold the high quality of Apple Silicon.
Description
In this role, you will:
Write SoC and CPU directed and random tests
Debug issues pre-silicon or post-silicon
Develop and maintain system-level SW platform
Lead SW development and execution plans of SoC projects
Work with designers and architects to accomplish validation goals
Engaging with other teams at Apple to develop validation strategies based on product needs
Preferred Qualifications
SOC and CPU knowledge
Micro-architecture
Memory hierarchy
Interrupt and DMA
Clock and Power Gating.
System level understanding.
Experience with SoC bringup
Experienced C/C++ and Assembly language programmer
Expertise in Embedded programming with an understanding of hardware-software interfaces
Knowledge of Hardware and Software debug tools and methods
Experience with scopes is a plus
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in software engineering or related field with 10 years of experience.
Pay & Benefits
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 $181,100 and $318,400, 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.

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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, intelligent 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 real passion for innovation that goes into our products also applies to our practices strengthening our dedication to leave the world better than we found it.

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Computer and electronic product manufacturing

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Cupertino, CA, US

Year founded

1976

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