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What is Embedded Software/Firmware Engineering?

Embedded Software/Firmware Engineering involves designing, developing, and optimizing software systems embedded within hardware devices. These include microcontrollers, processors, and real-time systems, serving industries like automotive, aerospace, healthcare, and more.

Why Choose a Career in Embedded Software/Firmware Engineering?

A career in Embedded Software/Firmware Engineering allows you to work at the center of hardware and software innovation. You'll be part of teams pushing the boundaries of technology, designing systems that power everything from smartphones to drones, electric cars, and advanced medical devices.

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$191K - $240K *

The Software Engineer, Systems at Meta is responsible for researching, designing, developing, and testing operating systems-level software and network distribution software for large distributed compo...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $200K *

The Principal Software Engineer will focus on designing and developing advanced software virtualization solutions, particularly in the context of nested virtualization hypervisors for machine learning...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $120K *

The Product Engineer at Intelligent Waves will oversee the implementation of Phantom and GrayPath products, contributing to the development of minimum viable products and participating in ideation ses...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$217K - $326K *

The Senior Software Engineer (iOS) will design and develop new functionality for both first and third-party hardware connected to Square's iOS Points of Sale. This role involves collaborating with pro...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$200K *

The Principal Software Engineer will focus on designing, developing, and enhancing advanced virtualization solutions for cloud resource optimization. This role requires collaboration with engineers an...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

The Principal Firmware Engineer will design, develop, and test IoT tracking devices, collaborating with Firmware and Software Engineers to create module and system-level architectures. This role invol...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$200K *

The Principal Software Engineer will focus on designing and developing advanced software virtualization solutions, particularly in the context of nested virtualization hypervisors for machine learning...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $120K *

As a Software Engineer at BK Technologies, you will design, develop, and maintain embedded and PC software systems for Land Mobile Radio (LMR) communication solutions. Your role will involve collabora...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$148K - $287K *

The Senior Software Engineer for Functional Safety Tools at NVIDIA will develop innovative tools and methodologies to enhance functional safety in autonomous driving systems. This role involves collab...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$200K *

The Principal Software Engineer will focus on designing and developing advanced software virtualization solutions, particularly in the context of nested virtualization hypervisors for machine learning...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

The Sr FPGA Engineer will design and develop high-speed digital electronics for medical applications, focusing on RTL design, simulation, and testing. The role involves working with prototype circuit...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$90K - $130K *

The Sr. Embedded Systems Engineer will design, develop, and test embedded system software for industrial IoT products, ensuring high uptime in remote field installations. This role involves collaborat...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$130K - $180K *

This role involves designing, developing, and enhancing cutting-edge software virtualization solutions, specifically focusing on hypervisors for machine learning on Kubernetes and cloud-native AI. The...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $120K *

The Engineering Manager at CoLab will lead a team of software developers in executing various Product Development projects, ensuring high-quality software delivery while aligning engineering efforts w...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $200K *

Since our custom ICs are used in the test and measurement products we develop, the Senior IC Design Engineer will also collaborate with the design and manufacturing teams that will use the custom ICs...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$219K - $314K *

The Principal Software Engineer will lead the architecture and design of complex software projects for Cisco Meraki's Core Product team, focusing on improving reliability and simplicity. This role inv...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $130K *

The Sr. Software Engineer/Software Manager will design, develop, and maintain embedded and PC software systems while leading a team of engineers. This role requires a combination of technical expertis...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$130K - $180K *

The Staff System Software Engineer at Motive will design and develop cutting-edge IoT platforms, transforming ambitious visions into scalable solutions. This role involves collaborating with executive...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$218K - $273K *

Tailscale is seeking a skilled Software Engineer to join their team, focusing on building and improving internal tooling to enhance engineering productivity. The role involves collaborating with vario...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$163K - $204K *

Tailscale is seeking a skilled Software Engineer to join their team, focusing on building and improving internal tooling to enhance engineering productivity. The role involves collaborating with vario...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

ConnectureDRX is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to support the development team in creating integrated web-based database applications. The role involves ensuring project success factors, particip...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

The Engineering Manager will lead engineering teams in product development, ensuring high-quality delivery from inception to completion. The role requires a strong foundation in software engineering...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K *

The Principal Software Engineer will focus on designing, developing, and enhancing cutting-edge virtualization solutions for cloud resource optimization. This role requires collaboration with engineer...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$250K - $290K *

The Principal Software Engineer will focus on designing, developing, and enhancing advanced virtualization solutions for cloud resource optimization. This role requires collaboration with engineers an...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$165K - $226K *

The Principal Software Engineer will develop cutting-edge software products in an agile environment, focusing on advanced mission payloads and electronic systems. This role involves coding, debugging...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What skills are required for Embedded Software/Firmware Engineering jobs?question toggle

    Skills in C/C++, debugging, microcontrollers, system design, hardware software integration, and knowledge of real-time systems are typically required. Experience with Linux, Python, and assembly language may also be beneficial.

  • What is the average salary of an Embedded Software/Firmware Engineer?question toggle

    The average salary can vary, though positions on Ladders are exclusively $100,000 and above. Specific salaries depend on factors like location, experience, and the complexity of the role.

  • What are the career opportunities in Embedded Software/Firmware Engineering?question toggle

    Career opportunities range from entry/mid level Embedded Software Engineers to senior roles such as Principal Engineer, and management roles like Lead Engineer or Director of Engineering.

  • Which industries hire Embedded Software/Firmware Engineers?question toggle

    Industries such as automotive, aerospace, telecommunications, defence, consumer electronics, healthcare, industrial automation, and more, rely heavily on Embedded Software/Firmware Engineers.