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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$80K - $95K *

Optimize the development of a Debian-based Linux distribution, enhancing system components and automating delivery pipelines while collaborating with cross-functional teams and open-source communities...

Kanata, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Engage in the development of a Debian-based Linux distribution, enhancing system components, automating delivery pipelines, and collaborating with open-source communities to deliver reliable platform...

Kanata, ONHybrid

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$248K - $310K *

Elevate your career by leading a dynamic firmware engineering team focused on innovative networked irrigation solutions. Drive technical excellence, manage resources, and ensure project delivery while...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$124K - $251K *

Join a dynamic silicon group to innovate high-speed ASIC designs and advance the development of cutting-edge networking chips. Collaborate in a supportive environment, enhancing your skills while cont...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$185K - $210K *

Develop and enhance complex software systems, ensuring adherence to design requirements while collaborating with teams. Analyze user needs, debug software, and implement solutions to optimize performa...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$185K - $210K *

Transform complex software systems through innovative design and development. Collaborate with teams to enhance performance, debug issues, and integrate solutions, ensuring adherence to requirements a...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $155K *

Transform the future of smart home technology as a hands-on Embedded Hardware Engineer. Own designs from concept to production, collaborating across disciplines to deliver innovative motorized window...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that drives innovation in hardware engineering, overseeing NPI and sustaining processes for power electronics. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure manufacturing readiness and resolve...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative machine-learning pipelines for wearable sensor data, providing technical leadership and mentoring while ensuring project feasibility and quality in a fast-pace...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$161K - $241K *

Lead a dynamic team in developing advanced embedded software for defense systems. Oversee technical activities, manage staff performance, and ensure alignment with engineering practices while supporti...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Engineer groundbreaking embedded software for pioneering distributed wireless mesh devices, optimizing performance, reliability, and integration of advanced sensor technology in a fast-paced environme...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $140K *

Lead the charge in developing cutting-edge software solutions for datacenter-scale applications. Collaborate with a dynamic team to own the full lifecycle of innovative projects, from design to custom...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $270K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in SSD hardware design, leading projects from concept to production. Collaborate across the product lifecycle to enhance performance and reliability in high-effic...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $160K *

Join a team that's pushing boundaries in AI-driven software development. As a key product engineer, you will lead high-impact projects, collaborate across disciplines, and shape the user experience fr...

Reposted 1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of mobile technology by building impactful applications for frontline workers. Drive the entire production process, enhance automated testing, and revolutionize how we deliver and mon...

Reposted 1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to innovating electrical engineering solutions. You'll research, design, and develop complex machinery while mentoring junior engineers to optimize equipment utilization a...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Develop innovative solutions by supporting R&D projects, collaborating with teams on medical product design, including CAD and FEA, while ensuring compliance with risk assessments and validations for...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$142K - $211K *

Lead the charge in innovative packaging solutions for advanced technologies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define and develop high-performance architectures, ensuring manufacturability an...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$142K - $211K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative packaging solutions for next-gen HPC and AI technologies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive architecture and ensure manufacturability while meet...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$142K - $211K *

Transform your career by leading innovative packaging solutions for next-gen HPC and AI technologies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive architecture development and ensure manufacturabi...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Elevate your career by driving innovative building automation solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement complex systems, ensuring customer satisfaction and technical e...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Empower innovation by leading cross-functional teams to integrate electrical, mechanical, and software systems. Drive user needs and requirements, manage risks, and ensure compliance to deliver impact...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $115K *

Shape the future of aerospace engineering by leading design and development of complex systems. Collaborate with teams, mentor junior engineers, and drive innovation while ensuring compliance with ind...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $115K *

Lead the charge in designing complex aerospace systems, mentoring engineers, and driving innovation. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance and deliver high-quality designs using advanced CAD too...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $115K *

Drive the design and development of complex aerospace systems, leading project teams and mentoring engineers. Utilize advanced CAD tools to ensure compliance and deliver high-quality designs while fos...

2 weeks 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.