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 - $131K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of aerospace by supporting the design and optimization of advanced components. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions that meet b...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$250K *

Innovate cutting-edge EDA design methodologies and infrastructure, ensuring engineering teams leverage scalable tools and processes for complex semiconductor designs, driving productivity and quality...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$76K - $145K *

Take ownership of defect reduction initiatives in a dynamic manufacturing environment, driving yield and performance improvements through cross-functional collaboration, data analysis, and strategic i...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$95K - $115K *

Elevate your career by providing strategic technical leadership in software engineering, driving the migration of legacy systems into a unified operational environment while ensuring alignment with en...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$88K - $105K *

Optimize software solutions by designing, developing, and testing systems-level software while providing strategic technical leadership for enterprise initiatives and ensuring alignment with organizat...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$76K - $145K *

Champion defect control in a high-volume manufacturing setting. Drive yield improvements and support NPI efforts by analyzing defect data, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and implementing s...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$130K - $155K *

Empower customer success by providing expert technical support and training. Collaborate with R&D to enhance product development and ensure seamless customer interactions through effective troubleshoo...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$171K - $245K *

Bring your expertise to design and innovate cutting-edge hardware products, ensuring alignment with industry standards. Collaborate across teams to drive solutions from conception to production, enhan...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$171K - $245K *

Drive innovation and cross-functional collaboration in hardware design, ensuring high-quality, user-focused products while leading teams from conceptualization to production and enhancing hardware fun...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$171K - $245K *

Join us to lead innovative hardware design initiatives, shaping next-gen networking products. Leverage your expertise to define architecture, solve complex challenges, and guide cross-functional teams...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$70K - $205K *

Join a global team to manage and optimize virtual environments, leveraging VMware, Proxmox, and cloud technologies. Collaborate across infrastructure teams to enhance automation and operations while s...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$70K - $205K *

Join a global team to manage and optimize our virtual environments, leveraging your expertise in VMware and cloud technologies to enhance operations and support infrastructure solutions across multipl...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$70K - $205K *

Pioneer innovative solutions by managing global virtual environments and cloud services. Collaborate with infrastructure teams to enhance operations and support a diverse, remote workforce in a dynami...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$70K - $205K *

Unlock potential by managing and optimizing global virtual environments, enhancing cloud services, and collaborating with infrastructure teams to deliver innovative solutions in a dynamic, remote sett...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$69K - $110K *

Shape the future of medical devices by designing and developing innovative mechanical components, collaborating across teams to ensure project success and quality improvements in a dynamic engineering...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$161K - $241K *

Transform advanced tool design and structural optimization by leading a dynamic engineering team. Drive excellence through mentorship, compliance, and collaboration, ensuring innovative solutions meet...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $180K *

Engineer innovative BT systems by influencing design and collaborating across teams. Drive enhancements in wireless technologies like Wi-Fi and cellular, while specifying requirements and improving ov...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$216K - $241K *

Empower our mission by designing and deploying advanced Business Intelligence solutions. Collaborate with stakeholders to create a robust data environment using cutting-edge technologies, enhancing an...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$65K - $121K *

Join a dynamic team to design and develop next-gen FPGA solutions for complex electronics. Collaborate with industry experts in a hands-on environment, enhancing your skills while contributing to high...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Lead critical avionics development programs by collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery of FAA-certified systems, managing risks, and optimizing project execution for safe f...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Pioneer innovative designs in outdoor optics, leading projects in analog, digital, and RF engineering. Collaborate with teams to enhance product performance and manufacturability while driving technic...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$143K *

Join a dynamic team to design, develop, and optimize embedded software across platforms. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure seamless integration and lead projects using Agile methodologies. Driv...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$70K - $143K *

Drive innovative solutions as an entry-level Applications Engineer, supporting USB and PCIe products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop technical documentation, training, and customer...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$70K - $143K *

Engage in innovative product development as an entry-level Applications Engineer, supporting USB and PCIe technologies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create technical documentation, train...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$70K - $143K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of technology as an entry-level Applications Engineer. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and support innovative USB and PCIe products, enhancing c...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 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.