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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$68K - $113K *

Elevate your career by developing cloud-based applications that solve real customer challenges. Collaborate with a dynamic team to own features from design to deployment, enhancing your technical skil...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$175K - $225K *

Optimize the electrical and firmware architecture for advanced laser and photonic systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate complex requirements into actionable designs, ensuring h...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$146K - $293K *

Deliver innovative emulation solutions to clients, enhancing designs through guidance, improving methodologies, and collaborating with R&D to optimize product deployment and customer satisfaction...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Advance the capabilities of uncrewed aerial systems by designing, developing, and integrating software for sUAS throughout the development lifecycle, ensuring seamless operation and high performance i...

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$286K - $362K *

Unlock potential by leading NPU architecture and SoC integration for automotive AI. Drive technical execution, influence cross-domain decisions, and ensure product delivery meets performance, power, a...

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$160K - $190K *

Lead innovative AI-driven design solutions and methodologies for scalable IP and SoC development, enhancing engineering productivity and best practices across global teams while mentoring engineers an...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$147K - $224K *

Innovate and lead the development of cutting-edge embedded software for unmanned systems, enhancing efficiency and scalability. Collaborate across disciplines to deliver high-quality solutions in dyna...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$147K - $224K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative embedded software for unmanned systems, enhancing efficiency and scalability while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality solutions...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Optimize FPGA module design and documentation for diverse space applications. Collaborate with engineering teams throughout the design cycle, from requirements analysis to integration support, ensurin...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Drive the development of cutting-edge FPGA solutions in a collaborative team, enhancing safety and performance in aviation technology through innovative design, testing, and integration of embedded sy...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of analog design by developing cutting-edge CMOS circuits for mixed-signal and power-management applications. Take ownership of complex projects and collaborate w...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$116K - $155K *

Transform validation strategies for advanced firmware, BIOS, and BMC technologies by driving comprehensive testing and analysis across next-gen hardware platforms, ensuring quality and reliability for...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Innovate software solutions by designing, developing, and testing advanced systems-level software. Collaborate on operational specifications and analyze requirements to enhance business processes and...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $130K *

Drive innovative software solutions by designing, developing, and testing systems-level software. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet operational specifications and enhance SAP functionali...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$87K - $130K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of advanced systems through FPGA design and integration. Collaborate with experts to develop, verify, and document innovative solutions while enhancing your techn...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$87K - $130K *

Develop foundational skills in FPGA design and integration while collaborating with cross-disciplinary teams to support advanced systems. This early-career role emphasizes learning and contributing to...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$141K - $211K *

Transform cutting-edge semiconductor packaging by leading design and development of high-speed IC solutions, ensuring optimal performance and manufacturability through collaboration across engineering...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$166K - $180K *

Lead the charge in defining and implementing embedded firmware architecture, guiding a team of developers to establish standards and ensure quality across multiple programs while driving innovation an...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading the development of advanced analog and mixed-signal electronics for cutting-edge MEMS technology, collaborating across teams to drive innovation in optical systems for AI a...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Shape the future of avionics systems by leading firmware and FPGA development, ensuring compliance with aerospace standards while managing external partners and driving innovation through AI-enabled e...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$194K - $292K *

Accelerate your career by designing cutting-edge FPGA solutions for advanced missile systems. Collaborate with diverse teams to innovate and enhance national defense capabilities through digital desig...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$194K - $292K *

Engineer innovative FPGA designs for advanced missile systems, leveraging digital signal processing and Agile methodologies. Collaborate across teams to enhance national defense capabilities through c...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team as a Systems Engineer, tackling complex technical challenges while optimizing mission-critical infrastructure across multiple locations. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance se...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Partner with us to design and develop complex software systems, troubleshoot issues, and collaborate with engineering teams to deliver reliable solutions across mission-critical environments...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$85K - $105K *

Unlock potential by supporting design and development of VPS power supply products, focusing on circuit testing, electrical evaluations, and documentation while collaborating across teams to deliver r...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   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.