General Electric Company

Firmware Engineer

General Electric Company$70K — $95K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering discipline or equivalent experience
  • Hands-on experience with C++ and object-oriented design
  • Foundational knowledge of embedded systems and firmware
  • Willingness to learn the software development lifecycle

Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain embedded software using C++
  • Learn to interface real-time firmware components with hardware for safety and reliability
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define product requirements
  • Participate in design and code reviews to uphold coding standards
  • Engage in Agile development processes including sprint planning
  • Troubleshoot and document findings to assist in defect resolution
  • Communicate progress effectively and take ownership of tasks with support

Benefits

  • Career development with experienced engineers
  • Opportunities to work on cutting-edge medical technology
  • Inclusive workplace celebrating diverse experiences and perspectives
  • Relocation assistance offered
Full Job Description
Job Description Summary
Build intelligent technology that improves patient lives.

We are seeking an entry-level Firmware Engineer to join our team supporting advanced Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) systems. In this role, you will learn to design, develop, test, and integrate embedded software that supports reliable, real-time performance for sophisticated medical devices, while gaining exposure to modern AI-assisted approaches that can improve development quality and innovation.

You would bring some hands-on experience with C++ and object-oriented design and a strong interest in growing those skills with support from experienced teams.

We believe great engineering starts with strong fundamentals and a growth mindset. If you're early in your career, passionate about building robust software, eager to learn from experienced engineers, and excited to contribute to technology that improves patient care, we encourage you to apply, even if you don't meet every preferred qualification.

Job Description

What You'll Do

  • Develop and maintain embedded software using C++ and object-oriented programming principles
  • Learn how real-time firmware components interface with custom hardware while supporting requirements for safety, reliability, determinism, and testability
  • Collaborate with system, hardware, and firmware teams to understand product requirements and translate them into clear, actionable tasks
  • Participate in design and code reviews to learn and apply coding standards, best practices, and expectations for high-quality software development
  • Work within an Agile development environment, including sprint planning, task execution, and continuous improvement activities
  • Build troubleshooting skills by investigating defects, documenting findings, and working with teammates to resolve issues
  • Communicate progress clearly, ask questions early, and take ownership of assigned work with team support
  • Bring curiosity and enthusiasm for AI-assisted development, exploring responsible ways to use AI tools to improve code quality, testing, documentation, and developer efficiency


Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree (or foreign degree equivalent) in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field
  • Coursework, internship, co-op, project, or academic experience using C++ and object-oriented programming concepts
  • Foundational understanding of embedded systems, firmware, computer architecture, operating systems, or closely related software concepts
  • Willingness to learn the software development life cycle, from requirements through implementation, testing, and verification


Preferred Qualifications

  • Internship, co-op, research, capstone, or personal project experience related to embedded software, firmware, or hardware/software integration
  • Exposure to software testing, debugging, version control, continuous integration, or automated test practices
  • Exposure to debugging tools such as emulators, JTAG debuggers, logic analyzers, protocol analyzers, or simulation environments
  • Familiarity with a real-time operating system (RTOS), Linux-based development environment, or embedded development toolchain
  • Interest in working in a regulated environment with structured documentation of requirements, designs, testing, and results


Our Commitment

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where individuals from all backgrounds and experiences can succeed. Career paths are not always linear, and we value diverse ways of thinking and learning. If this role excites you, we encourage you to apply and start a conversation with us.

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We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.

GE HealthCare offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation.

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes

About General Electric Company

GE Healthcare provides medical technology, intelligent devices, and care solutions. They offer medical imaging, information technologies, medical diagnostics, patient monitoring systems, performance improvement, drug discovery, and biopharmaceutical manufacturing technologies. GE Healthcare's mission is to improve patient care and outcomes by providing innovative healthcare solutions. Their technologies are used in hospitals, clinics, research institutions, and pharmaceutical companies worldwide to diagnose and treat various medical conditions.

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Founded
1892
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