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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$150K - $180K *

Elevate your career by leading the layout design of complex analog and mixed-signal IP blocks. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure first-pass silicon success while mentoring junior engin...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of high-speed analog design by leading layout development for complex analog and mixed-signal IP blocks. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure first-pass silicon success w...

San Jose, CARemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in high-speed analog layout design for cutting-edge optical communication systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure first-pass silicon success while mentoring junior e...

Irvine, CARemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead the design of complex analog/mixed-signal layouts, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure optimal performance and reliability. Mentor junior engineers while driving innovative soluti...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $181K *

Drive the technical direction of strategic hardware projects from concept to production, ensuring performance and schedules are met while mentoring junior engineers and contributing to key technology...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$91K - $169K *

Lead the design and analysis of complex electrical circuits for advanced avionics systems, ensuring compliance with stringent requirements while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver in...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$91K - $169K *

Develop innovative avionics solutions for strategic missile systems, ensuring technical excellence and collaboration across teams. Contribute to the design, testing, and integration of cutting-edge el...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$91K - $169K *

Reimagine the future of aerospace technology by joining a dynamic team focused on designing and testing advanced electrical systems for missile safety. Your expertise will drive innovation and ensure...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$91K - $169K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in missile safety through cutting-edge electrical design and testing. Contribute to the development of critical systems in a dynamic environment, ensuring the rel...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in semiconductor technology through process improvements and cross-functional collaboration. Leverage your expertise to enhance device performance and lead impact...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $155K *

Join a team that's architecting cutting-edge CMOS analog blocks for custom ASICs, ensuring optimal performance and reliability while collaborating across disciplines to drive innovation and excellence...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $150K *

Engage in end-to-end product ownership by designing user-friendly interfaces and intelligent agents that automate troubleshooting. Collaborate with customers to innovate solutions transforming complex...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform aerospace technology by leading the design and development of advanced hardware solutions. Collaborate with top engineers to innovate and mentor junior talent, ensuring high-reliability prod...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$180K - $210K *

Empower innovation by owning the software for connected hardware, ensuring data integrity and service reliability. Design APIs and tools that enhance user experience while maintaining operational exce...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$180K - $210K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of connected hardware and data. You'll design and maintain reliable services and APIs, ensuring seamless integration and data integrity for our clients' innovativ...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$98K - $182K *

Drive innovation in circuit card design, collaborating across teams to create high-reliability assemblies for defense systems. Lead comprehensive design processes, ensuring compliance with performance...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's redefining design systems by owning and optimizing the Writer Design System for both humans and AI. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure a seamless user experience and...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of design systems by owning and optimizing the Writer Design System. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure a seamless experience for both designers and AI agents, enhancin...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive innovation as you own and optimize the Writer Design System, ensuring seamless integration for both designers and AI agents. Collaborate across teams to enhance UI components and elevate product...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Shape the future of design systems by owning and optimizing the Writer Design System. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure a seamless experience for both designers and AI agents, enhancin...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Bring your expertise to shape the Writer Design System, ensuring it meets the needs of both designers and AI agents. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create high-quality UI components and en...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$200K - $255K *

Champion the design and development of high-performance networking software for next-gen data center platforms, focusing on SONiC and leading ASIC integrations to optimize scalability and reliability...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Drive innovation by automating high-performance analog and mixed-signal designs. Lead a dynamic team to enhance methodologies for analog-to-digital and digital-to-analog converters while transforming...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $155K *

Shape the future of haptic technology by developing innovative firmware solutions, collaborating with cross-functional teams to create high-quality, low-latency products that enhance user interactions...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$145K - $276K *

Deliver innovative solutions as a Senior Principal Engineer, focusing on testbench design and verification for high-performance digital ASICs and FPGAs. Collaborate with a skilled team to enhance sign...

1 week 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.