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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$124K - $212K *

Champion the verification and validation of embedded software for insulin-pump systems. Develop automated test solutions and collaborate cross-functionally to ensure product safety and compliance in a...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Empower innovation by leading DFT specifications and architecture, ensuring high coverage and low power solutions. Collaborate across product lines while driving pre/post silicon verification and debu...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Advance your career by executing synthesis, PNR, and STA for ASIC chips, collaborating with cross-functional teams to resolve design challenges and enhance methodologies in a fast-paced environment...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$130K - $155K *

Lead the development of innovative full-stack solutions for a hybrid network platform, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance software delivery and operational efficiency while mentoring...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of software integration by managing complex deployments and ensuring high standards of security and performance. Collaborate with teams to diagnose issues and enhance operational effi...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$87K - $119K *

Join us to lead innovative mechanical designs for cutting-edge aerospace and defense technologies. Collaborate with a diverse team to develop integrated modules and subsystems, driving advancements in...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$138K - $165K *

Champion innovative physical design solutions, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure timely ASIC chip implementation, while addressing challenges in synthesis, PNR, and verification proc...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$115K - $163K *

Lead the charge in hardware security innovation by designing, implementing, and supporting advanced security solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product trustworthiness and t...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$150K - $180K *

Innovate as a Senior FPGA Engineer, leading complex projects and driving technical solutions across multiple disciplines. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product architecture and op...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$112K - $135K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team focused on designing optimized digital circuits for mixed-signal applications. Collaborate across the product lifecycle to deliver high-quality silicon solutions w...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Transform innovative concepts into high-performance hardware by rapidly prototyping, designing analog and digital systems, and collaborating across teams to ensure seamless integration and production...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $155K *

Contribute to next-gen AI silicon by leading RTL-to-PD flows. Ensure high quality and performance of designs through expert timing analysis and physical implementation, while optimizing tools for effi...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $175K *

Join a team that's passionate about shipping high-quality wireless silicon products. You'll develop test automation, execute firmware tests, and enhance user experience by collaborating with engineeri...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$73K - $174K *

Lead the charge in designing and integrating complex SoC solutions, collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize performance and power efficiency throughout the design lifecycle. This role of...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $245K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of ultra-low-power computing by designing and integrating advanced RTL for SoC components. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive innovation from microa...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $245K *

Engineer cutting-edge RTL designs for power-efficient SoCs, integrating advanced blocks and peripherals. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality, low-power solutions from microa...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$188K - $357K *

Drive success by leveraging technical expertise to support sales and deployment of Siemens EDA emulation tools, ensuring customer satisfaction and fostering strong relationships within the electronics...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $145K *

Drive innovation in embedded software development for optical payload systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create robust firmware, ensuring seamless integration and real-time performanc...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$100K - $120K *

Empower innovation by architecting and optimizing system management features across the i.MX portfolio while collaborating cross-functionally to enhance firmware performance and support documentation...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Engage in the design and development of innovative power supply systems, focusing on reliability testing for emerging power conversion ICs. Collaborate cross-functionally to create effective evaluatio...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by leading RF design for aviation products. Drive innovation in circuit design, mentor engineers, and collaborate across teams to ensure safety and reliability in critical systems...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$143K - $230K *

Innovate cutting-edge software solutions for high-performance datacenter systems. Lead design and development in a dynamic team, ensuring product lifecycle success from inception to deployment and bey...

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

Explore a dynamic role in PCB design, collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop cutting-edge electronic products. Contribute to all phases of design, from layout to documentation, ensuring...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $155K *

Drive innovation in advanced-node physical design, leveraging your expertise to tackle complex challenges and enhance methodologies. Collaborate with teams to ensure timely tape-outs and optimize desi...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Engage in the design and execution of comprehensive testing strategies for optical transmission systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure system integrity and performance, while drivi...

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  •   5 - 7 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.