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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$120K - $145K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team leading firmware development for complex storage products. Drive technical excellence, manage diverse talent, and collaborate cross-functionally to deliver high-qu...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$86K - $165K *

Elevate your career by developing cutting-edge embedded Linux systems for advanced military communications. Collaborate with top experts to enhance product quality and ensure the safety and connectivi...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $180K *

Unlock your potential by designing and deploying UEFI firmware for hyperscale AI server platforms, ensuring robust system initialization and reliability across large-scale data centers while collabora...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$91K - $129K *

Champion the development of innovative embedded software for cutting-edge electro-mechanical products. Collaborate across teams to enhance manufacturing processes and ensure high-quality, efficient op...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$152K - $241K *

Develop and optimize secure GPU firmware, enhancing security posture and collaborating with cross-functional teams to innovate boot processes in resource-constrained environments. Drive improvements i...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$135K - $180K *

Drive innovative electrical design solutions for high-density compute environments. Collaborate across teams to ensure compliance with industry standards while mentoring junior engineers. Make a signi...

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4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$62K - $250K *

Join a team that's tackling mission-critical software projects across fields from battlefield applications to medical tech. As a Software Engineer, you'll develop, test, and deploy scalable solutions...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$62K - $250K *

Innovate resilient software solutions for diverse platforms. Engage in design, development, and testing cycles to deliver high-performance embedded systems in critical environments, collaborating clos...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $128K *

Lead the charge in embedded control systems engineering for transport refrigeration, collaborating across teams to deliver innovative solutions. Drive the full development lifecycle, ensuring high per...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$107K - $204K *

Drive innovative cybersecurity solutions for connected systems by leading research and development efforts. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to tackle complex challenges and enhance the securi...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Lead the design and development of cutting-edge firmware for advanced industrial controls, ensuring compliance with safety standards and enhancing product functionality through innovative software sol...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$145K - $175K *

Drive the development of cutting-edge technology solutions, collaborating with engineers to design and optimize low-power hardware accelerators and custom silicon for innovative devices, ensuring high...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Contribute to the design and optimization of advanced hardware solutions, collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop low-power accelerators and SoCs that drive innovation in next-gen devices...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$145K - $175K *

Transform your career by developing cutting-edge technology solutions in hardware design. Collaborate with engineers and researchers to create innovative low-power accelerators and SoCs that drive the...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$145K - $175K *

Architect advanced technology solutions by collaborating with engineers to design, implement, and optimize low-power hardware accelerators and custom silicon solutions for next-gen devices, driving in...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $181K *

Drive innovation in embedded software engineering by architecting, designing, and deploying solutions for autonomous avionics systems. Collaborate with cross-discipline teams to ensure reliability and...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of embedded software architecture by leading innovative projects, collaborating with top-tier clients, and driving continuous improvement in a dynamic, entrepreneurial environment acr...

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2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$145K - $204K *

Build impactful flight-critical firmware for cutting-edge drone technology. Develop control algorithms, support real-world testing, and integrate complex sensor systems to enhance flight performance a...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Support the design and integrity of cutting-edge routing systems hardware. Collaborate with a dynamic team to manage complex PCB designs from concept to production, ensuring high performance and relia...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$220K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in FPGA design by integrating IP blocks, managing design constraints, and ensuring seamless collaboration across functional teams to deliver high-quality semicond...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of power electronics by designing and developing innovative power supply systems. Collaborate across disciplines to enhance product efficiency and lead projects f...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential in a high-impact role, ensuring top-tier security solutions while driving innovation in object-oriented programming and agile development practices with a focus on client satisfaction...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$108K - $130K *

Innovate your career by leading complex hardware engineering projects that support mission-critical operations. Drive integration, testing, and deployment of advanced infrastructure solutions across s...

1 week ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Information Technology

$108K - $130K *

Champion complex hardware solutions in mission-critical environments. Lead integration, testing, and sustainment efforts while providing technical guidance and mentoring to engineers. Drive innovation...

1 week ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Information Technology

$115K - $140K *

Advance firmware solutions for a fleet of connected ovens, ensuring reliability in legacy systems while innovating new platforms. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance development practices and in...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

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.