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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$99K - $162K *

Join a team that’s redefining automotive sound technology! As an Acoustics Test & Automation Engineer, you'll connect acoustics and software automation to enhance in-vehicle audio experiences and vali...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Engineer innovative backend systems and data pipelines in healthcare, impacting workflows for patients and providers. Collaborate to enhance experiences and drive efficient operations while ensuring h...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$81K - $150K *

Empower innovation in FPGA systems development by leading hardware design efforts, supporting integration, managing compliance, and enhancing processes to ensure project deliverables meet quality and...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$118K - $219K *

Grow your career with a role focused on designing innovative systems, improving manufacturing efficiencies, and resolving complex engineering challenges while coordinating across teams to enhance prod...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$152K - $241K *

Shape the future of compiler infrastructure by improving developer workflows, aligning NVIDIA's compiler systems with open-source projects, and enhancing productivity across teams, ultimately driving...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$152K - $241K *

Empower innovation by aligning NVIDIA's compiler technology with open-source ecosystems. Enhance developer workflows and tooling while synchronizing internal codebases with upstream projects to accele...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$152K - $241K *

Transform our compiler infrastructure by aligning internal codebases with open-source projects while enhancing developer workflows, productivity, and maintainability through innovative tooling and AI...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$152K - $241K *

Collaborate with internal compiler teams to align NVIDIA's codebases with open-source projects, enhancing developer productivity through improved tooling, workflows, and infrastructure in a fast-paced...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$80K - $95K *

Play a key role in validating battery systems through hands-on testing and collaboration. Develop test plans, perform fault injections, and ensure compliance with safety requirements in a dynamic envi...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K - $190K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of RF engineering, designing advanced transmission systems while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions. Leverage your expertise...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$95K - $115K *

Optimize troubleshooting processes and enhance production efficiency by mentoring technicians in 5G cellular radio repair. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive process improvements and ach...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$100K - $120K *

Elevate your career by joining a team that ensures compliance and safety in airborne software and electronic systems, working with industry leaders to assess designs and mentor new talent in the aeros...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

Yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$143K - $230K *

Partner with us to lead DFT programs from specification through implementation, ensuring the successful release of products to production. Collaborate across teams to enhance testability and efficienc...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Unlock innovative solutions as you collaborate on DSP algorithms, leveraging your extensive experience to enhance RF software projects. Drive strategic development while mentoring a skilled team and e...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that drives hardware sustaining and PLM excellence for industrial products, ensuring manufacturability, reliability, and cost-efficiency through effective collaboration with multiple engin...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$200K - $275K *

Unlock potential by joining a dynamic team focused on enhancing software capabilities. Leverage your expertise in development and cybersecurity to drive impactful solutions while collaborating with sk...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$200K - $275K *

Support the development of cutting-edge capabilities in software and firmware. Collaborate with a skilled team to enhance security solutions, utilizing your expertise in coding and cybersecurity to dr...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $195K *

Drive high-speed PCIe communication development by optimizing software for hardware interactions, ensuring reliable performance through collaborative engineering and innovative solutions in the networ...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$120K - $195K *

Advance your engineering career by developing high-performance PCIe software solutions that enhance communication reliability and bandwidth between hardware components in leading-edge networking syste...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$100K - $167K *

Collaborate with talented engineers to design, develop, and deploy innovative software solutions for Linux and Android platforms. Lead feature ownership and optimization, mentor junior team members, a...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Advance your career by joining a team that supports SIGINT access, collection, and exploitation. Take part in critical operations and leverage your expertise in equipment handling and troubleshooting...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$130K - $160K *

Join a dynamic team to lead, mentor, and drive software projects ensuring safety and compliance in aerospace technology. Your leadership will guide engineers in delivering innovative solutions efficie...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Partner with us to drive innovation in GaN technology as you lead product qualification efforts. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and shape the future of high voltage power devices in a rapidly...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Champion innovative engineering solutions in analog circuit development, collaborating across teams to deliver cutting-edge products for automotive and industrial markets while ensuring top-notch qual...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$49K - $290K *

Champion system development by analyzing user requirements and creating key engineering documentation, ensuring system effectiveness and compliance with established architectures and standards across...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.