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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Shape the future of signal processing by designing and implementing DSP algorithms. Collaborate with a dynamic team to enhance software and firmware for government needs, ensuring high-performance sol...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$250K - $300K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$95K - $115K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

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$138K - $165K *

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$105K - $140K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$143K - $230K *

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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Join a team that's shaping the future of AI/ML ecosystems through cutting-edge digital IC design. Drive innovation in PCIe Switch Products and Enterprise Storage, ensuring high-performance RTL impleme...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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Innovate cutting-edge digital IC designs for AI/ML ecosystems, focusing on PCIe Switch Products and enterprise storage. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure high-performance RTL implement...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $190K *

Empower your career by designing and optimizing innovative firmware for connected IoT devices, ensuring device security and reliable performance while collaborating closely with hardware and cross-fun...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$124K *

Contribute to the development of reliable embedded software for robotic systems, collaborating with hardware teams and utilizing C/C++ and Python. Engage in code reviews, maintain documentation, and s...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of aerospace technology. As a Senior Embedded Software Engineer, you'll develop and maintain complex software solutions, ensuring quality and compliance while col...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$127K - $240K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.