Embedded Software and Firmware Engineer Jobs

Explore embedded software and firmware engineer jobs on Ladders, where professionals can find vetted opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. These engineers build and maintain the software that allows electronic devices and hardware systems to operate reliably, from connected products and industrial equipment to automotive, medical, and aerospace technologies.

What Embedded Software and Firmware Engineers Do

Embedded engineers develop software designed to run on specific hardware, often under constraints involving performance, memory, power use, and real-time response. Responsibilities may include writing and testing firmware, integrating software with sensors and processors, debugging hardware-software interactions, and improving device reliability. Depending on the role, engineers may work across the product lifecycle, from architecture and prototyping through validation, release, and ongoing support.

Common Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek experience with C or C++, embedded Linux or real-time operating systems, microcontrollers, device drivers, and hardware debugging tools. Knowledge of communication protocols, version control, automated testing, and software development practices can also be valuable. Job requirements vary by industry and seniority, and some positions emphasize safety standards, security, low-power design, or expertise with a particular processor or operating system.

Industries and Career Opportunities

Embedded software and firmware engineers work in industries such as automotive, consumer electronics, robotics, telecommunications, medical devices, industrial automation, and aerospace. Career paths can lead to senior or staff engineering roles, systems architecture, technical leadership, or engineering management. Specialized experience and responsibility for complex, safety-critical, or high-performance systems may support opportunities at the $100,000-plus level.

Find Embedded Engineering Jobs on Ladders

Browse embedded software and firmware engineer openings on Ladders to find vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more. Compare roles by responsibilities, required technologies, industry, and experience level to identify positions aligned with your background and career goals.

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$95K - $119K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of smart home technology by developing embedded firmware for cutting-edge digital door lock products, collaborating with hardware teams, and optimizing code for p...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$132K - $178K *

Join us to translate stakeholder needs into verifiable requirements while guiding software-intensive systems through their lifecycle. This role embraces systems engineering and software development, o...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Champion the development of innovative hardware test boards and platforms for high-speed electro-optical devices, contributing to cutting-edge optical networking solutions in a dynamic R&D environment...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$125K - $150K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of browser technology by implementing Storage Encryption Everywhere. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance data security and optimize performance in a...

CanadaRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$143K - $194K *

Join a team that's developing cutting-edge autonomy software for Amazon's first fully autonomous warehouse robot, focusing on platform optimization, sensor integration, and software development for ro...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Champion software excellence by designing and developing high-performance backend systems. Collaborate with a dynamic team to deliver scalable solutions across multiple platforms, enhancing critical a...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $95K *

Transform software support by investigating issues, analyzing logs, and collaborating closely with teams to implement effective solutions and enhancements, while actively participating in Agile method...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$75K - $95K *

Engage in software engineering support by tackling software issues, analyzing logs, creating Jira tickets, and collaborating within Agile teams to enhance software applications and ensure exceptional...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$182K *

Unlock potential by joining a dynamic team as an embedded software engineer, where you'll leverage your expertise in C/C++ and real-time systems to develop innovative solutions on multi-core processor...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$160K - $171K *

Join a team that designs and develops cutting-edge software solutions. Utilize your expertise in software engineering to innovate, collaborate, and enhance systems that meet customer needs while navig...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $171K *

Elevate your career by executing complex software development and systems integration tasks. Collaborate with a dynamic team to design, evaluate, and enhance innovative software solutions while ensuri...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Elevate innovation in embedded software development, driving feature design and performance improvements while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance product efficiency and customer sati...

Markham, ONIn-Person

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of embedded software development, driving innovation in optical networking. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product performance and deliver cutt...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Develop and enhance software features for embedded systems in optical networking. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve product performance and ensure documentation accuracy while driving...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Empower our team by designing and developing innovative software solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product performance and drive best practices in embedded systems for opti...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Drive software development and enhance optical networking solutions by designing features, resolving issues, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to improve product performance and documentat...

Markham, ONIn-Person

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Drive innovative solutions as a Software Engineer, collaborating within an Agile Scrum team to analyze data, develop algorithms, and enhance missile threat prediction capabilities. Your expertise will...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Elevate your career as a Software Engineer, supporting critical testing and integration tasks for advanced microprocessor systems. Collaborate on software testing, scripting, and hardware/software int...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$162K - $195K *

Drive innovation as a key engineer, owning Linux kernel driver development for cutting-edge hardware. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration and performance from pre-si...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $175K *

Transform the future of computing by owning the Linux kernel driver for our innovative Fabric accelerator. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless pre-silicon development and bring...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$79K - $118K *

Support our digital transformation by developing embedded software solutions. Collaborate with a dynamic team to enhance national defense capabilities utilizing agile methodologies and model-based eng...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Pioneer innovative embedded systems solutions, leading design and implementation while mentoring a team. Your expertise will drive the development of cutting-edge robotics technology and enhance softw...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $150K *

Lead FPGA design efforts from concept to production, focusing on high-speed interfaces and complex architectures. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure design integrity and compliance whil...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Drive the engineering of large-scale computing systems, collaborating across teams to deliver reliable hardware solutions while ensuring security compliance and automating tasks with scripting. Engage...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$207K - $300K *

Unlock the full potential of our server portfolio by leading high-performance software development for innovative products, focusing on platform software, firmware, drivers, and more in a cross-functi...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does an embedded software or firmware engineer do?question toggle

    An embedded software or firmware engineer develops and tests software that runs on or interacts directly with electronic hardware. The work can include firmware, device drivers, operating-system integration, debugging, and system validation.

  • What skills are commonly required for embedded engineer jobs?question toggle

    Common requirements include C or C++, microcontrollers, embedded Linux or real-time operating systems, hardware debugging, and communication protocols. Specific skills depend on the product, industry, and position.

  • Which industries hire embedded software and firmware engineers?question toggle

    Employers hire embedded engineers in automotive, consumer electronics, robotics, medical devices, industrial automation, telecommunications, aerospace, and other technology-driven industries.

  • Can embedded software and firmware engineer jobs pay $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Yes. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, including embedded engineering opportunities. Compensation varies based on factors such as experience, location, specialization, and role scope.

  • How can I find the right embedded engineering role?question toggle

    Compare job descriptions for the technologies, hardware platforms, industry experience, and responsibilities that match your skills. On Ladders, explore vetted openings paying $100,000 or more and review each listing's qualifications and compensation details.