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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$86K - $165K *

Join us to design and verify advanced testbenches for high-performance digital ASICs and FPGAs. Collaborate with a dynamic team to develop cutting-edge signal processing technologies that enhance crit...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$213K - $287K *

Optimize the design and validation of next-gen ML chips and server integration, driving innovation in PCIe and SerDes technologies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance performance and q...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$110K - $130K *

Transform the future of aviation by leading the development of cutting-edge embedded software for aircraft engine control systems, ensuring safety and performance through collaboration and innovation...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$132K - $178K *

Join a team that's redefining logistics by leading innovative automation and material handling design initiatives for next-gen delivery stations, enhancing efficiency and effectiveness in a fast-paced...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$120K - $145K *

Transform the insurance landscape by building a robust AI-driven platform. Collaborate with teams to identify challenges and create impactful solutions, owning the entire product lifecycle from design...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Pioneer innovative PCB designs by leveraging extensive RF layout expertise. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop high-speed, multi-layer PCBs for mission-critical applications in defense...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$116K - $189K *

Optimize SRAM design and compiler development, collaborating with SOC teams to enhance performance and efficiency in cutting-edge chip technology. Drive innovation in circuit design and validation for...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Transform cutting-edge AI hardware solutions by collaborating with diverse teams to design and optimize power delivery systems for next-gen GPUs and accelerators, ensuring high performance and reliabi...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team to innovate software solutions, enhance product functionality, and support R&D efforts. Collaborate on diverse engineering tasks, ensuring timely delivery and impactful results in...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $150K *

Transform satellite technology by managing RF systems for cutting-edge spacecraft. Collaborate with engineers to design, test, and integrate RF electronics, ensuring mission success and reliability in...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Advance your career by managing integration processes for new products, collaborating across teams to optimize manufacturing yields, and driving continuous improvement in semiconductor device technolo...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Empower innovation by developing advanced packaging design rules and test structures. Collaborate across teams to enhance semiconductor processes, analyze data for insights, and leverage AI to streaml...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $140K *

Join a team that's dedicated to developing aerospace products, ensuring reliability and performance through innovative electrical design solutions. Collaborate across disciplines to tackle design chal...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $140K *

Help us develop and sustain aerospace products by solving design challenges, ensuring performance and manufacturability while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver reliable solutions th...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Engineer innovative electro-mechanical systems while collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive product development and optimize the design, testing, and evaluation of complex hardware subsyst...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$102K - $199K *

Lead the charge in innovative electrical engineering projects, collaborating with cross-functional teams to design, develop, and test cutting-edge embedded systems for transportation safety and securi...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Drive the design and execution of embedded electrical systems for advanced PTZ camera products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance system architecture, ensure compliance, and mentor ju...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$136K - $269K *

Pioneer innovative semiconductor device architectures by designing and analyzing experiments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to set performance targets and ensure readiness for high-volume ma...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$110K - $130K *

Engineer innovative electronic test systems for semiconductor devices. Collaborate across teams to design, validate, and ensure robust performance while driving quality and reliability in complex prod...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$135K - $160K *

Advance your career as a hands-on technical leader, driving architectural guidance and modern engineering practices across multiple teams. Collaborate closely with product and engineering to elevate t...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of mechanical design by leading projects, mentoring junior engineers, and collaborating with clients. Drive innovative solutions in HVAC and plumbing systems while enhancing your lead...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$193K - $319K *

Lead the charge in developing an AI-driven silicon design platform, overseeing software development from infrastructure to advanced machine learning applications. Collaborate with cross-functional tea...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$133K - $255K *

Shape the future of semiconductor manufacturing by leading innovative research and development. Drive the integration of complex processes while collaborating across teams to enhance device architectu...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$112K - $149K *

Unlock potential by developing real-time embedded software for mission-critical applications. Engage in all phases of the V-model lifecycle: from requirements through verification, delivering high-qua...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$112K - $149K *

Inspire innovative solutions as you develop and verify real-time embedded software throughout the V-model lifecycle, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure quality and compliance for crit...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 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.