Embedded Software and Firmware Design Engineer Jobs

Explore embedded software and firmware design engineer opportunities on Ladders, featuring vetted professional roles that pay $100,000 or more. These engineers build the software that enables devices and electronic systems to operate reliably, from low-level firmware to real-time applications.

What Embedded Software and Firmware Engineers Do

Embedded engineers design, develop, test, and maintain software that runs on dedicated hardware. Work may include writing firmware, integrating sensors and peripherals, optimizing performance, and troubleshooting software-hardware interactions. Engineers often collaborate with electrical, systems, product, and quality teams to deliver dependable products.

Skills and Technologies

Employers commonly seek experience with C and C++, microcontrollers, embedded Linux or real-time operating systems, device drivers, debugging tools, and hardware interfaces such as SPI, I2C, UART, and CAN. Depending on the role, valuable strengths may include control systems, secure coding, networking, automated testing, and familiarity with development workflows such as Git and continuous integration.

Industries and Career Paths

Embedded software and firmware design engineers work across sectors including consumer electronics, automotive, aerospace, industrial automation, medical devices, telecommunications, and robotics. Career paths can lead to senior or staff engineering positions, firmware or embedded systems architecture, technical leadership, and engineering management.

Find Your Next Embedded Engineering Role

Browse Ladders listings to discover vetted embedded software and firmware design engineer openings with compensation of $100,000 or more. Compare role requirements, technologies, and leadership scope to identify opportunities that match your experience and career goals.

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$61K - $99K *

Unlock potential by joining a dynamic ASIC design team focused on high-speed integrated circuit development, collaborating across functions to deliver innovative solutions for cutting-edge technology...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$135K - $160K *

Take ownership of SoC integration, RTL design, and FPGA prototyping, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality hardware solutions while mentoring junior engineers and driving t...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$145K - $175K *

Champion the design and delivery of complex PCB layouts for large-scale infrastructure hardware, collaborating with cross-functional teams to establish standards and ensure high performance and reliab...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Shape your career by designing and validating MCU-based embedded hardware platforms. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to tackle complex hardware challenges and drive innovation in circuit des...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Build innovative embedded software solutions that drive advanced RF systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop firmware and software for cutting-edge technology, ensuring high perform...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$150K - $180K *

Join a pioneering team to architect ultra-low-power Edge AI MCUs, defining cutting-edge software architecture. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize hardware/software interaction and dri...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Join a dynamic team to develop embedded software for a cutting-edge robotic system. Collaborate to enhance lung cancer diagnostics, ensuring high-quality solutions from inception through delivery in a...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $165K *

Engage in the development of innovative firmware solutions, collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet project goals. Mentor junior engineers while driving software process improvements and ens...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Transform the future of industrial automation by designing innovative hardware solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop cutting-edge products, ensuring compliance and optimizing d...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $190K *

Transform the firmware migration for the Signals device fleet, ensuring seamless integration and ownership of the firmware layer while collaborating with Engineering Services for efficient release aut...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $190K *

Drive the migration of embedded firmware from vendor to in-house ownership, collaborating with engineering teams to establish robust processes and pipelines for device firmware management and updates...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $200K *

Elevate your career by owning the design and development of electrical systems for consumer devices. Collaborate across teams to optimize power efficiency and drive innovations from concept to mass pr...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Empower your career by driving high-performance IP verification for cutting-edge SoCs in diverse markets. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery of quality solutions while f...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's pioneering embedded software solutions for innovative computing platforms. Collaborate in hardware development, drive firmware evolution, and enhance your skills in a hands-on, fast...

Reposted 1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $140K *

Develop innovative embedded software solutions for real-time GPS applications, focusing on anti-jam resilience and signal processing. Collaborate across disciplines to ensure high-quality integration...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $180K *

Lead a dynamic team in HW/SW co-design, driving architectural innovation and technical excellence. Shape silicon definition through hands-on engineering and strategic management, ensuring software-fir...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Support hardware engineering activities for advanced defense systems, focusing on electrical design, technical documentation, and collaboration across engineering disciplines to ensure robust system p...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$68K - $131K *

Join a dynamic team to design and develop innovative power systems, focusing on power conversion and analog circuitry. Collaborate through all phases from concept to integration, ensuring robust solut...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$119K - $234K *

Shape the future of embedded firmware by leading investigations and development for cutting-edge products. Collaborate across teams to enhance debug capabilities and apply AI tools for efficient root...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$126K - $176K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of hardware development by designing, validating, and documenting innovative electronic systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality r...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$124K - $185K *

Accelerate hardware development by designing, validating, and documenting electronic components. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality results and timely project delivery with...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Advance cutting-edge embedded software development by collaborating with cross-functional teams to integrate and optimize communication systems, ensuring high-performance operation across diverse subs...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$138K - $165K *

Elevate surgical robotics innovation by designing and integrating high-quality FPGA solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure robust performance from concept to production, driving...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Elevate your career by joining a dynamic team to redefine next-gen compute and storage architectures. Collaborate with experts, drive innovative solutions, and influence industry standards while contr...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$144K - $192K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative firmware solutions for testing platforms, ensuring high-quality product delivery through automation and creative problem-solving within an interdisciplinary te...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does an embedded software or firmware design engineer do?question toggle

    They develop and maintain software that runs on dedicated hardware, including firmware, device drivers, and real-time applications. Their work often involves integrating hardware components, testing system behavior, and improving reliability and performance.

  • What qualifications are common for embedded software and firmware engineer jobs?question toggle

    Many roles seek a degree in computer engineering, electrical engineering, computer science, or a related field, along with practical embedded development experience. Requirements vary by employer and may emphasize C or C++, microcontrollers, RTOS, embedded Linux, debugging, and hardware interfaces.

  • Which programming languages and tools are used in embedded engineering?question toggle

    C and C++ are widely used, with some roles also using Python, Rust, or scripting languages. Common tools and technologies include microcontroller development environments, oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, JTAG debuggers, Git, and automated test systems.

  • What industries hire embedded software and firmware design engineers?question toggle

    Hiring industries include automotive, aerospace, consumer electronics, industrial automation, medical devices, telecommunications, energy, and robotics.

  • How can I find embedded software and firmware design engineer jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Search Ladders for vetted professional openings and review each listing’s compensation, experience requirements, technologies, and responsibilities. Job availability and salary depend on the employer, location, and seniority.