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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$95K - $115K *

Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to design and develop embedded software for prototype RF systems, ensuring integration and validation of radar processing algorithms through high-quality firm...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $170K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in complex compute subsystem design. Leverage your expertise in SoC design, collaborate cross-functionally, and contribute to impactful projects that enhance over...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in developing cutting-edge embedded firmware, mentoring engineers, and driving technical direction. Collaborate with teams and solve complex challenges while shaping the future of inno...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Innovate embedded software solutions by enhancing deployed systems, ensuring performance and security. Collaborate cross-functionally to troubleshoot and implement updates, maintaining product reliabi...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$140K - $180K *

Pioneer cutting-edge embedded Linux solutions in a leadership role, combining management and hands-on innovation. Collaborate cross-functionally to develop secure applications for mission-critical sys...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $135K *

Engage in innovative PCB layout and design processes, ensuring manufacturability and production readiness while serving as a key expert during design reviews and methodology development to enhance PCB...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $135K *

Innovate and elevate PCB design methodologies, driving DFM excellence and best practices within a collaborative environment to support high-density, multilayer PCB development and production readiness...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of experimental biology by leading software development for integrated control systems that enhance research workflows and improve reliability across diverse biological experiments in...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$143K - $194K *

Innovate with cutting-edge embedded software for robotics systems, collaborating with diverse engineering teams to advance automation and safety. Your work directly impacts global fulfillment operatio...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$85K - $130K *

Drive the development of innovative semiconductor diode lasers from conception through production, collaborating across disciplines to enhance manufacturing processes and product performance while sol...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$130K - $160K *

Drive validation strategies for cutting-edge embedded firmware across products, ensuring excellence in performance and security. Utilize automation frameworks to enhance hardware and software integrat...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$100K - $130K *

Join a team that's leveraging your C/C++ expertise to develop advanced embedded solutions. Drive the customization, optimization, and reliability of high-quality drivers within safety-critical environ...

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2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$136K - $208K *

Elevate your career by bringing cutting-edge power management solutions to life. You'll implement complex firmware systems for integrated power and battery management, ensuring seamless performance in...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$124K - $241K *

Drive innovation by developing cutting-edge system software for ARM's Trusted Firmware Stack, tackling complex power and performance challenges, and contributing to the evolution of our Tegra platform...

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$96K - $148K *

Lead the development of cutting-edge embedded C/C++ software for high-performance systems. Collaborate with global teams to deliver innovations, provide mentorship, and integrate advanced optical tech...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$110K - $130K *

Design and develop innovative firmware architectures and applications, leading cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery while meeting all functional and quality requirements in a dynamic envir...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$77K - $92K *

Explore a dynamic role in managing the development of high-performance memory products, collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive innovation from design to production, ensuring quality and ef...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$207K - $300K *

Transform software solutions by leading project priorities, managing deliverables, and guiding engineering teams through design, development, and testing while ensuring alignment across cross-function...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Innovate with us to design and develop cutting-edge embedded systems and FPGA solutions. Collaborate with a dynamic engineering team to elevate performance and reliability of optical systems while gai...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of embedded systems by designing and implementing microservices, ensuring quality software delivery, and collaborating with teams to enable modern practices across diverse platforms a...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Tackle complex embedded systems challenges by developing and enhancing Linux solutions. Collaborate across teams to deliver innovative software that drives efficiency and performance while adhering to...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$143K - $194K *

Join a team that's redefining satellite technology through innovative software development. Contribute your expertise in coding, systems design, and hardware integration to enhance reliable, high-spee...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$159K - $215K *

Pioneer innovative design solutions in complex compute subsystems. Collaborate with project teams to integrate cutting-edge technologies like PCIe and CXL, advancing your expertise while supporting op...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to design and enhance cutting-edge Cloud Hardware infrastructure. Engage in software development for Data Center components, focusing on drivers and applications to propel CPU/GPU...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$180K - $195K *

Lead a talented Firmware/FPGA engineering team to drive innovative DSP solutions for advanced RF systems. Monitor projects, manage risks, and foster collaboration with cross-functional teams to achiev...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 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.