Welcome to the Firmware Engineer Job Category

Looking for top-tier Firmware Engineer job opportunities? You've arrived at the perfect spot. Here at Ladders, we showcase the best professional jobs that target earnings of $100k and above.

What is a Firmware Engineer?

A Firmware Engineer is responsible for developing the software that powers hardware devices. This work involves close collaboration with hardware engineers to develop the software needed to control the device functions.

The Role of a Firmware Engineer

Firmware Engineers play a key role in the development and the testing phases of electronic product creation. Apart from designing and developing the required software, they also run tests, troubleshoot issues, and ensure the software works seamlessly with the hardware.

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$80K - $110K *

Lead the charge in innovative product development by managing cross-functional teams, overseeing project timelines, and ensuring quality standards for accessories products from concept through product...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $170K *

Pioneer advancements in manufacturing tech by developing high-performance systems software. Collaborate with a dynamic team to enhance in-line CT scanning products, ensuring quality data extraction an...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $130K *

Engage in the development of advanced embedded software solutions for secure communications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, implement, and enhance cryptographic systems while utili...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$250K - $280K *

Drive innovation by creating AI-native systems that transform insurance workflows, optimize operational performance, and enhance member experiences across the entire lifecycle through a hands-on, coll...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $120K *

Engage in hands-on deployments of cutting-edge systems for maritime missions. Leverage your expertise integrating mechanical and electrical components while troubleshooting and evolving hardware desig...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$141K - $226K *

Optimize verification processes for complex SOCs focusing on touch controllers and wireless charging chips. Collaborate on design architecture and implement cutting-edge methodologies to ensure produc...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$90K - $120K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of marine technology by integrating cutting-edge systems in real-world environments. You'll play a crucial role in supporting maritime missions through hands-on e...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$145K - $200K *

Empower aerospace innovation by developing flight-critical embedded systems. Collaborate on real-time software for uncrewed aircraft, focusing on autonomy and sensor integration. Join a dynamic team d...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$136K - $205K *

Join a dynamic engineering team to lead the NPI and MPR of cutting-edge Ethernet and Data Center products. Drive cross-functional initiatives, optimize performance, and enhance methodologies through y...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$117K - $185K *

Transform secure communications by designing embedded software solutions. Collaborate in a dynamic team to implement encrypted systems using C/C++, Linux, and Agile methodologies while enhancing capab...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$117K - $185K *

Inspire innovation in embedded software development for secure communications. Collaborate with a dynamic team to enhance encrypted systems using C/C++, Rust, and Linux, while implementing agile metho...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$117K - $185K *

Join a dynamic team to develop encrypted communication systems using C/C++ and Rust. Collaborate with engineers on embedded devices and innovating cryptographic solutions in a fast-paced environment...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$116K - $182K *

Transform your career by leading firmware design improvements to enhance diagnostics and troubleshooting processes. Collaborate across teams to create effective solutions while mentoring and guiding l...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $180K *

Elevate design processes by pioneering AI-driven workflows that integrate RTL design, verification, and physical implementation. Achieve remarkable turnaround times while minimizing design iterations...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$87K - $162K *

Unlock potential by designing advanced automated design flows for IC Package and PCB. Leverage your expertise in software development and collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product fea...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$165K - $223K *

Join a team that's redefining cloud networking solutions to optimize performance, reliability, and scalability. Collaborate with engineers and experts to develop reliable embedded software for network...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$76K - $121K *

Drive innovation in embedded software development to advance personalized cardiovascular treatments by collaborating across teams, ensuring regulatory compliance, and troubleshooting to enhance patien...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $140K *

Transform electric aviation by developing real-time, safety-critical embedded software for airborne systems. Your expertise in embedded C and DO-178C standards will shape the future of aviation techno...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $140K *

Develop robust embedded software for airborne systems, ensuring compliance with RTCA DO-178C. Spearhead architecture, implementation, and integration of real-time safety-critical software, driving inn...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $140K *

Invent robust embedded software for airborne systems, ensuring safety-criticality through RTCA DO-178C compliance. Collaborate in a cross-functional team to architect, implement, and integrate innovat...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Unlock new product innovations as you advance product engineering initiatives, collaborating across teams to ensure robust and high-quality analog device performance from development to manufacturing...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $150K *

Contribute to advanced assembly automation for optical circuits in a 24x7 environment. Lead equipment procurement, enhance efficiencies, and ensure robust processes through collaboration and data anal...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $130K *

Execute modern web application development using JavaScript and TypeScript, collaborating with teams to create scalable solutions. Leverage your expertise in APIs, cloud environments, and industry bes...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $150K *

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to advance iPhone and iPad innovations, conducting evaluations, optimizing test processes, and driving automation improvements to enhance performance and reliab...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$80K - $110K *

Drive innovation in embedded systems by designing and developing software for automotive service equipment, ensuring optimal performance through collaboration across engineering teams...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What duties does a Firmware Engineer perform?question toggle

    Firmware Engineers are essential in creating software that enables hardware to operate correctly. They program, troubleshoot, and manage software, or 'firmware,' that provide basic functionality for various electronic devices.

  • What skills do I need to become a Firmware Engineer?question toggle

    Skills required include knowledge of C/C++, embedded system programming, proven experience in firmware design, and an understanding of electronic circuits, processors, and debugging software code.

  • What's the scope for Firmware Engineer Jobs?question toggle

    With continuous tech advancements, the demand for Firmware Engineers is consistently growing. Industries like technology, automotive, robotics, etc. require Firmware Engineers to build robust and reliable software for their hardware devices.