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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$110K - $130K *

The Process Development Test Engineer will work within the Advanced Technology Development team to create and enhance semiconductor manufacturing technologies. This role involves characterizing emergi...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$140K - $165K *

Transform advanced X-in-the-Loop testing to validate Assisted & Automated Driving features, ensuring compliance and driving innovation through real-time simulation solutions and collaborative engineer...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Drive advanced FPGA development by overseeing lifecycles, collaborating with teams, and mentoring juniors. Tackle dynamic challenges in technology-infused environments to enhance trading and research...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $96K *

Join a team that's innovating FPGA solutions for cutting-edge trading and research platforms. Lead projects from design to deployment while mentoring junior engineers in a collaborative, fast-paced en...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$79K - $147K *

Engineer and develop advanced electronic systems, enhancing communication and detection technologies. Collaborate across teams to innovate products while ensuring effectiveness in circuit design and o...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$79K - $147K *

Lead the design and development of advanced electronic systems, focusing on radar and communication equipment, while enhancing team collaboration and project outcomes through effective management and...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$123K - $189K *

Join a team that's revolutionizing autonomous vehicle technology by developing reliable, scalable C++ software on Linux systems for cutting-edge projects. Collaborate, mentor, and impact the future of...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$123K - $189K *

Join a team that's building the future of autonomous vehicles by designing scalable, low-latency software in C++. Your contributions will empower the foundation of GM's self-driving technology and imp...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$170K - $180K *

Create innovative firmware security analysis solutions leveraging AI and LLVM technologies. Engage with diverse engineering teams to design scalable systems that automate vulnerability detection and e...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $150K *

Develop embedded electronic systems for advanced platforms, collaborating across disciplines to integrate and prototype mission-critical hardware for national security applications...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$115K - $131K *

Lead the charge in advanced RF system development, managing integration and calibration of cutting-edge communication technologies, while overseeing project budgets and teams to meet evolving customer...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$94K - $141K *

Lead the charge in optimizing product performance during fab manufacturing. Investigate yield issues, perform electrical analysis, and collaborate with engineering teams to enhance processes and resol...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$70K - $130K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of engineering in customer programs. Drive project execution, ensure technical alignment, and collaborate across functions to enhance F-35 performance and secure...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$79K - $147K *

Drive the successful cutover and deployment of enterprise systems by leading project engineering efforts. Collaborate cross-functionally to manage program lifecycle phases, ensuring comprehensive plan...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing manufacturing processes and proposal development. Your role will involve supporting assembly personnel, coordinating proposals, and ensuring accurate site do...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$79K - $147K *

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline engineering project execution, ensuring compliance with industry standards and facilitating effective proposal delivery for complex engineering in...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Join a dynamic team to develop innovative software solutions, from web apps to embedded systems, enhancing autonomous systems and digital signal processing, while mentoring junior engineers and collab...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$154K - $212K *

Transform the perception software of autonomous vehicles by developing critical low-level drivers and firmware for high-throughput sensor data management, ensuring optimal performance at the intersect...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$156K - $255K *

Champion cutting-edge hardware solutions to enhance infrastructure performance and reliability. Optimize existing systems while integrating new technology across multi-vendor data centers to maintain...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$155K - $232K *

Lead the charge in advanced radio frequency systems, optimizing and implementing software for hardware configurations, collaborating across teams to drive product development from inception to commerc...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$125K - $150K *

Join us to shape the future of product engineering by leading new product introduction processes, guiding cross-functional teams to refine standards and drive successful transitions from design to pro...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Elevate your career by leading the development of innovative software for cutting-edge electrosurgical systems. Drive teamwork in a multidisciplinary environment while designing and implementing robus...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $160K *

Lead the development of a robust NPI process, managing multiple concurrent programs while ensuring readiness and change discipline across diverse product families. Collaborate with teams to achieve pr...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Lead the NPI process by refining methodologies, managing diverse programs, and establishing rigorous standards. Shape the future of product development through effective team leadership and strategic...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Oversee the development and management of NPI processes from concept to production. Lead a dedicated TPM team across diverse product lines, ensuring effective program visibility and readiness criteria...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

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.