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Firmware engineers develop the low-level software that enables electronic devices and hardware systems to operate reliably. Browse vetted Firmware Engineer opportunities on Ladders, including roles paying $100,000 or more across technology, automotive, aerospace, medical devices, telecommunications, and industrial sectors.

What Firmware Engineers Do

Firmware engineers write, test, and maintain software that runs directly on embedded hardware. Their work may include designing device drivers, integrating sensors and communication interfaces, optimizing performance, diagnosing hardware-software issues, and improving security and reliability. Depending on the role, engineers may collaborate with electrical, mechanical, systems, and product teams from early design through launch and ongoing updates.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek experience with C or C++, embedded systems, microcontrollers, real-time operating systems, debugging tools, and hardware interfaces. Knowledge of Linux, Python, version control, testing practices, networking protocols, and safety or security standards can also be valuable. Requirements vary by industry and seniority, so review each listing for the specific technical background and qualifications.

Career Paths and Opportunities

Firmware engineers can advance into senior or staff engineering, embedded systems architecture, technical leadership, or engineering management. Specialized opportunities may focus on connectivity, robotics, automotive systems, consumer electronics, medical technology, or secure devices. Ladders helps experienced professionals discover vetted openings with compensation of $100,000 or more.

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Search Firmware Engineer jobs by title, location, industry, and other preferences to find opportunities aligned with your experience. Compare role requirements and compensation details, then apply to positions that fit your career goals.

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$141K - $190K *

Shape the future of compensation technology by developing key workflows and features that enhance employee experiences. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful solutions that driv...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$193K - $261K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative UEFI/BIOS solutions for cutting-edge server platforms, ensuring high performance and security. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize firmware for...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$118K - $219K *

Lead the design and integration of digital electronic systems while driving compliance with aerospace standards and overseeing production readiness. Collaborate with teams to deliver high-quality solu...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$177K - $266K *

Join a dynamic team as a Senior Principal Engineer, guiding hardware design for cutting-edge Ethernet and AI platforms. Leverage your expertise to ensure high-performance, manufacturable solutions whi...

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Accelerate your career by shaping innovative workflows and AI-driven experiences. Join a dynamic team where ownership, speed, and user-focused product development are paramount. Contribute across the...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$118K - $204K *

Empower innovation as you lead software architecture for a cloud-native connected vehicle platform, driving engineering excellence and cross-functional collaboration to deliver impactful solutions for...

Wisconsin, USRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Grow your career with a leadership role driving end-to-end system development. Engage in stakeholder collaboration, oversee technical specifications, and enhance business-critical platforms with strat...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$80K - $95K *

Engage as a key liaison between manufacturing and design engineering, solving complex electrical and mechanical challenges while supporting diverse production initiatives and ensuring adherence to qua...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K - $168K *

Join a team that's revolutionizing aerospace systems by advancing cutting-edge FPGA development across all project phases, enhancing satellite and spacecraft technology with innovative hardware soluti...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$120K - $145K *

Engineer advanced FPGA designs for aerospace systems, overseeing full development cycles, including requirements analysis, testing, and customer presentations while collaborating with cross-functional...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$148K - $273K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative SoCs for cutting-edge SSD technology. Collaborate with cross-functional teams on design, validation, and implementation, ensuring top-quality semiconductor sol...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$88K - $105K *

Advance your career by developing cutting-edge firmware for vending machines. Collaborate with engineers to optimize performance and ensure seamless integration of payment systems and hardware compone...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $115K *

Transform your expertise into innovative single-use medical products, leading design from concept to launch. Collaborate across teams to ensure manufacturability and compliance, while driving continuo...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by guiding customers through seamless payment solution integrations. This hands-on role blends technical expertise with customer support, ensuring successful implementations and troub...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$124K - $231K *

Unlock potential by ensuring the functional correctness of digital modem designs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop robust verification strategies and environments, driving innovation...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in embedded systems by crafting firmware for wireless SoCs. Collaborate closely with hardware and software teams to enhance product manufacturability and ensure t...

Reposted 1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic hardware engineering team to design and implement electrical distribution systems for autonomous vehicles, ensuring robust architectures and seamless integration from concept to product...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $130K *

Advance the design and implementation of electrical distribution systems for autonomous vehicles, ensuring robust architectures and seamless integration across teams from concept to production...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$80K - $95K *

Champion innovative hardware design by developing microprocessor and microcontroller boards, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and collaborating with cross-functional teams for optimal pe...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$114K - $171K *

Join a dynamic team to develop and integrate embedded software for advanced defense systems. Collaborate in a fast-paced environment, ensuring software meets rigorous standards for real-time applicati...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$114K - $171K *

Lead the charge in developing and testing embedded software for advanced defense systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure robust integration and functionality in a fast-paced environ...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in shaping complex technical solutions by developing operational requirements, translating needs into actionable plans, and coordinating across teams to ensure alignment with mission o...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$68K - $127K *

Engage in cutting-edge manufacturing engineering to optimize optical coating processes. Drive quality, safety, and productivity improvements through data analysis and collaboration with cross-function...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in developing a cutting-edge software-defined radio platform, overseeing architecture decisions from concept to deployment, while collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to ensure h...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$232K - $368K *

Partner with us to shape innovative production test solutions for complex networking systems. Collaborate across teams to align strategies, enhance capabilities, and drive efficiency in testing proces...

California, USRemote

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a firmware engineer do?question toggle

    A firmware engineer develops and maintains software that runs on electronic hardware, such as microcontrollers and embedded devices. Responsibilities often include device drivers, hardware integration, debugging, testing, and performance or reliability improvements.

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

    Commonly requested skills include C or C++, embedded systems, microcontrollers, debugging, hardware interfaces, and real-time operating systems. Some roles also value Linux, Python, communication protocols, automated testing, and experience in a particular industry.

  • Which industries hire firmware engineers?question toggle

    Firmware engineers work in industries such as automotive, aerospace, medical devices, consumer electronics, telecommunications, robotics, and industrial technology.

  • What is the typical career path for a firmware engineer?question toggle

    Professionals may progress to senior, staff, or principal engineering roles, specialize in an embedded technology area, become systems architects, or move into technical leadership or engineering management.

  • Where can I find Firmware Engineer jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Ladders features vetted professional job opportunities paying $100,000 or more. Search its listings for Firmware Engineer roles and review each posting for compensation, qualifications, and location.