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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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$172K - $203K *

Shape the future of wearables by leading innovative design and development. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to prototype and refine consumer devices with precision and passion in a dynamic, fa...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$91K - $169K *

Drive innovation in avionics design as you develop cutting-edge circuits for strategic missile systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance system performance and ensure technical excel...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$91K - $169K *

Lead the design and analysis of complex electrical circuits for advanced avionics systems, ensuring compliance with stringent requirements while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver in...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$91K - $169K *

Develop innovative avionics solutions for strategic missile systems, ensuring technical excellence and collaboration across teams. Contribute to the design, testing, and integration of cutting-edge el...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$91K - $169K *

Reimagine the future of aerospace technology by joining a dynamic team focused on designing and testing advanced electrical systems for missile safety. Your expertise will drive innovation and ensure...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$91K - $169K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in missile safety through cutting-edge electrical design and testing. Contribute to the development of critical systems in a dynamic environment, ensuring the rel...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$135K - $203K *

Shape the future of missile defense systems by developing critical embedded software solutions. Collaborate with a diverse team to deliver software products for cutting-edge capabilities on behalf of...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$129K - $168K *

Optimize high-performance RFIC solutions through advanced semiconductor device development, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance device performances and reliability in wireless, radar...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$73K - $118K *

Shape the future of aerospace by leading avionics test verification activities. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and execute test plans, ensuring compliance with requirements while m...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$113K - $281K *

Innovate and implement elegant software solutions as you collaborate in building systems for neural technology, enhancing manufacturing and testing processes to help impact lives positively...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $95K *

Lead the installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting efforts for mission-critical hardware and systems. Engage with end-users to provide ongoing support and deploy solutions, ensuring optimal perfo...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$168K - $208K *

Shape the future of engineering programs by leading R&D projects, ensuring excellence across cross-functional teams and driving adherence to processes, goals, and timelines for impactful technology so...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in designing next-gen USB solutions for Enterprise AI and IoT. Collaborate with a skilled team to develop high-speed digital circuits, ensure timely project execution, and solve comple...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$127K - $191K *

Lead the charge in analog and mixed-signal design validation. Drive performance verification and electrical characterization for cutting-edge PCIe and SerDes solutions within advanced data communicati...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$83K - $125K *

Contribute to innovative software solutions by collaborating in Agile teams, leading development activities, and tackling complex challenges throughout the software lifecycle. Bring your technical exp...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $155K *

Champion the future of automotive connectivity by driving Wi-Fi subsystem architecture and management for wireless projection systems. Collaborate across teams, troubleshoot issues, and ensure complia...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Accelerate innovation as a pivotal IT Engineer, ensuring seamless operations by providing essential support for all engineering teams, optimizing workflows, and implementing robust tools for a high-pe...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Build innovative embedded systems for cutting-edge ultrasound technology. Partner with engineers to design, validate, and optimize performance, supporting a regulated environment and driving product d...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's pushing the boundaries of ultrasound technology. This role involves designing and integrating embedded systems, optimizing performance, and ensuring regulatory compliance through ri...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Take ownership of developing innovative embedded systems for cutting-edge ultrasound technologies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure optimal system integration and performance while ad...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$105K - $164K *

Lead the charge in delivering innovative Tooling Hardware solutions globally, collaborating with multiple engineering teams to meet product development needs and drive sustainability in NAND technolog...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Transform the future of technology by developing high-performance models for advanced SoC designs, enhancing software-hardware integration, and driving improvements in performance, power efficiency, a...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$109K - $175K *

Join a team that’s shaping the future of AI and storage chip development. Engage in cutting-edge SoC architecture and IP integration, driving product innovation and collaborating with cross-functional...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$109K - $175K *

Join a team that's redefining SoC development for AI and storage chips. Collaborate with experts, design cutting-edge architecture, and lead innovative projects to meet customer needs in a high-perfor...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$64K - $122K *

Help us enhance electronic hardware testing and prototype development by performing tests, documenting processes, and collaborating with engineers to support innovative solutions in a dynamic team env...

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  •   Less than 5 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.