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Apple

Debug Tools SoC Design Engineer

Austin, TX

$184K - $324K/yr

Apple's SOC Silicon Validation Services team is looking for a skilled and curious engineer to help shape the tools that power silicon debug across Apple. We're a close-knit, cross-disciplinary team ...

Apple

Debug Tools SoC Design Engineer

Austin, TX

$184K - $324K/yr

Apple's SOC Silicon Validation Services team is looking for a skilled and curious engineer to help shape the tools that power silicon debug across Apple. We're a close-knit, cross-disciplinary team ...

Apple

Debug Tools SoC Design Engineer

Austin, TX

$184K - $324K/yr

Apple's SOC Silicon Validation Services team is looking for a skilled and curious engineer to help shape the tools that power silicon debug across Apple. We're a close-knit, cross-disciplinary team ...

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Mission Design Tools Software Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site

The Mission Design Tools Software Engineer will work on NASA's Mission Design Software Development Team, which provides software development support for a variety of tools that support multiple NASA ...

Pae

Mission Design Tools Software Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site

The Mission Design Tools Software Engineer will work on NASA's Mission Design Software Development Team, which provides software development support for a variety of tools that support multiple NASA ...

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As of Aug 21, 2026, the average yearly pay for tools programmer in Texas is $116,456.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $108,100.00 and $133,200.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Tools Programmer develops and maintains software tools that help game developers work more efficiently. These tools can include level editors, asset pipelines, debugging utilities, and performance analysis tools. Their goal is to streamline development processes and improve productivity for artists, designers, and other programmers. They typically work closely with multiple departments to understand their needs and create custom solutions. Strong programming skills, particularly in languages like C++, Python, or C#, are essential for this role.

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To thrive as a Tools Programmer, you need strong proficiency in software development (typically C++ or Python), understanding of computer science fundamentals, and often a degree in computer science or related fields. Familiarity with source control systems (like Git), industry-standard development environments, and experience with game engines or DCC tools is highly valued. Strong problem-solving abilities, excellent communication, and a collaborative mindset are essential soft skills for working with multidisciplinary teams. These skills are crucial for building efficient, user-friendly tools that streamline development workflows and enhance productivity across projects.

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Infographic showing various Tools Programmer job openings in Texas as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 86% Full Time, 11% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 89% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $116,456 per year, or $56 per hour.

Debug Tools SoC Design Engineer

Apple

Austin, TX

$184K - $324K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Retirement

Re-posted 18 days ago

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Company rating: 8.0 out of 10

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Job description

Apple's SOC Silicon Validation Services team is looking for a skilled and curious engineer to help shape the tools that power silicon debug across Apple. We're a close-knit, cross-disciplinary team with deep expertise spanning hardware, software, infrastructure, and operations - and we're looking for someone who thrives at that intersection.
You'll join a small, tightly integrated team where your contributions have real reach: the tools we build are used by hundreds of engineers across Apple's cross-functional silicon debug community. You'll collaborate on a well-established, evolving ecosystem and be challenged to bring a new perspective and opportunities to the table.
Description
-Design, build, and enhance silicon debug tools spanning automated feature extraction, data collation, visualization, and analysis
-Drive rapid, targeted debug and triage workflows for engineers across the silicon pipeline
-Contribute to both frontend, backend, and design specific development within a professional engineering environment
-Explore and implement shift-left strategies to surface issues earlier in the silicon development cycle
-Actively leverage AI - both for productivity and in tool capabilities - to accelerate debug and triage intelligence
-Identify new development opportunities and bring your own ideas into the roadmap
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with SoC architecture and micro-architecture
Proven ability to drive silicon tool development from concept to delivery
Strong full-stack development instincts: comfortable across frontend, backend, and data layers
Hands-on experience with C, Python, and SystemVerilog
Experience applying AI/ML in real engineering workflows
Strong problem-solving skills and comfort operating across hardware and software boundaries
Collaborative by nature
Experience with DFX (Design for Test/Debug/Manufacturability)
Experience with databases and data pipeline design, including ETL/ELT concepts
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 10 years relevant industry 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 $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.

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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

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Headquarters location

Cupertino, CA, US

Year founded

1976

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