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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$170K - $200K *

Join a team that designs and builds scalable, secure backend services using modern technologies, mentors engineers, and enhances platform capabilities through innovation and collaboration across funct...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$175K - $250K *

Join a dynamic team to design secure, scalable back-end services using modern technologies, mentor junior engineers, and drive impactful projects in a fast-paced environment. Collaborate across functi...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Advance your career by designing and validating power electronics hardware, including Gate Driver Boards and Power Boards. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve product performance and su...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$150K - $250K *

Lead the transition of innovative DSP IC products from development to high-volume manufacturing, ensuring quality and reliability. Collaborate across engineering and operations to drive success in pro...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$150K - $250K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead the transition of cutting-edge DSP ICs from development to production, ensuring high quality and performance in all phases of New Product Introduction and reliability t...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$150K - $250K *

Accelerate product success by driving NPI for coherent DSP ICs, ensuring smooth transition from development to high-volume manufacturing, focusing on quality, reliability, and operational excellence i...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$150K - $250K *

Innovate product strategies and lead the transition from development to high-volume manufacturing in semiconductor ICs, ensuring quality and reliability while driving cross-functional collaboration fo...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$100K - $151K *

Advance sensor selection and compliance for utility-scale inverter and BESS designs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure safety, performance, and manufacturability in high-voltage system...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$130K - $185K *

Innovate your career by designing advanced RF systems for space vehicles. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, lead RF projects, and ensure stellar communication performance while mentoring junio...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$115K - $135K *

Lead technical projects from concept to completion, mentor engineers, and provide expert support for embedded and network PC hardware and software solutions while collaborating with cross-functional t...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$170K - $215K *

Contribute to the development of advanced embedded software for aerospace applications, ensuring secure and reliable solutions. Collaborate as a key member of cross-functional teams while mentoring ju...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$132K - $162K *

Elevate your career by developing robust embedded software for critical aerospace sensing technologies. Collaborate across teams to drive safety and performance in a dynamic environment, ensuring comp...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team as you design and develop software for automotive service equipment, contributing across the software lifecycle from coding to testing and support, ensuring high performance and re...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$175K - $235K *

CTC Group is seeking System Engineers to develop, maintain, and enhance complex software systems. The role involves analyzing user requirements, debugging software, and leading development teams to en...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $180K *

Elevate your career by developing firmware in C for critical SOC features. Leverage your expertise in MCUs and computer architecture while collaborating with a skilled team to enhance cutting-edge tec...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Drive SMT process optimization and yield improvement in PCBA manufacturing, collaborating cross-functionally to ensure product quality, efficiency, and smooth transitions from NPI to mass production...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K - $170K *

Transform edge computing platforms for mission-critical sites. Own hardware, software, and data logging within on-premise solutions. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure seamless integration and r...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$140K - $170K *

Architect the future of edge computing by owning and enhancing an industrial PC platform. Manage data logging, integrate building systems, and ensure security for mission-critical environments with a...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$85K - $100K *

Innovate embedded firmware solutions for commercial laundry equipment, ensuring reliable performance and efficient product functionality. Collaborate with engineering teams on design, testing, and deb...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Develop cutting-edge software solutions for onboard communication and passenger info systems in transport. Collaborate globally to enhance product reliability and performance across demanding environm...

Reposted 1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$140K - $151K *

Elevate security processes by developing automated capabilities, fostering infrastructure management, and enhancing compliance with innovative solutions in a dynamic environment...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $110K *

Innovate cutting-edge embedded systems as part of a dynamic team, where you'll develop software solutions for autonomous delivery systems, ensuring safety and efficiency while collaborating across dis...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $100K *

Drive innovation by developing complex embedded software for cutting-edge electronic systems in recreational vehicles, ensuring integration of electrical and software engineering principles throughout...

Valcourt, QCIn-Person

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Champion the development and verification of embedded firmware for power management ICs, collaborating across various engineering teams to ensure optimal firmware-hardware integration and reliability...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$75K - $91K *

Shape innovative solutions by leveraging expertise in passive components, driving technical support for teams and customers, fostering collaboration across global teams, and enhancing product selectio...

3 weeks 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.