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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$94K - $115K *

Transform your development skills by enhancing the UTM features of firewalls. Collaborate with a dedicated team to deliver robust solutions, promote best practices, and embrace new technologies for im...

Burnaby, BCIn-Person

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$92K - $112K *

Shape the future of security technology by developing cutting-edge embedded software for our flagship platforms, ensuring high performance and reliability while collaborating across R&D teams for next...

Burnaby, BCIn-Person

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$93K - $131K *

Lead the charge in developing reliable embedded firmware for regulated medical devices. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure product quality and support engineering best practices while m...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$117K - $160K *

Empower innovation by designing advanced FPGA solutions for cutting-edge optical systems. Take ownership of project phases from architecture to testing, collaborating with cross-functional teams to op...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$117K - $235K *

Advance cutting-edge digital signal processing for radar systems in national security. Collaborate within a multi-disciplinary team to design, develop, and enhance software solutions that impact criti...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$114K - $121K *

Innovate and contribute to advanced embedded systems for remote control applications. Collaborate within an engineering team to design, develop, and validate robust software solutions using cutting-ed...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $155K *

Drive development of embedded software solutions, collaborating across teams to optimize system performance for AI inference platforms and enhance diagnostics and debugging capabilities in a fast-pace...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Elevate embedded motor control software development through design, implementation, and validation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, ensuring performance and compliance while mentoring enginee...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of embedded hardware systems by designing, developing, and enhancing cutting-edge platforms for host processors. Leverage your expertise to mentor juniors and ensure manufacturing exc...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$154K - $231K *

Shape the future of SSD controller simulations by designing innovative models, leading development efforts, mentoring team members, and driving effective use of simulation tools across the organizatio...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Champion innovative firmware solutions as a Senior Engineer, collaborating with design teams to create cutting-edge FPGA technologies that address mission-critical challenges in the space domain and s...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$185K - $200K *

Drive the development and enhancement of complex software systems, analyzing requirements to improve performance and documentation. Collaborate with a team committed to delivering high-quality softwar...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$170K - $190K *

Manage the design, testing, and maintenance of RF/SATCOM systems across multiple bands. Ensure robust performance under varying conditions, troubleshoot complex issues, and collaborate with cross-func...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$147K - $210K *

Drive innovation in embedded systems development by delivering cutting-edge bootloader and firmware solutions utilizing C and Rust, while collaborating across teams to enhance device performance throu...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$162K - $188K *

Contribute to the automation of security evaluations by developing and executing test plans. Play a key role in refining compliance methods and integrating new technologies to enhance project lifecycl...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$143K - $230K *

Innovate high-performance Ethernet NIC solutions in AI/ML and HPC. Collaborate cross-functionally to design and develop RDMA protocol features that enhance throughput and reduce latency in cutting-edg...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$159K - $215K *

Shape the future of technology by verifying high-speed IOs for next-gen SoCs. Collaborate with architects and engineers globally to enhance performance, design strategy, and innovative methodologies...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$149K - $215K *

Join a dynamic team to research, design, and develop innovative firmware solutions for FPGAs by optimizing features, collaborating on complex systems, and ensuring robust security and functionality in...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$115K - $173K *

Drive the design and development of cutting-edge spacecraft hardware. Lead cross-functional teams to deliver high-reliability electronic solutions from concept through integration, ensuring mission-cr...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $170K *

Lead the charge in innovative software solutions by developing robust applications, collaborating closely with cross-functional teams, and driving project deliverables while ensuring high performance...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$130K - $176K *

Join our team to innovate and design cutting-edge memory solutions for advanced technologies. Engage in full-cycle memory development, enhancing performance and efficiency in CPUs, GPUs, and SOCs whil...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative firmware solutions by collaborating with cross-functional teams to design, implement, and verify machine control algorithms in a dynamic, fast-paced environmen...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $145K *

Drive innovation in software development for precision semiconductor equipment, ensuring system performance and collaborating across teams for full-cycle feature enhancements and debugging, while ment...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Contribute to the design and development of robust embedded systems while mentoring junior engineers. Engage with cross-functional teams and clients, driving architecture decisions and ensuring succes...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$60K - $140K *

Lead the charge in developing advanced firmware solutions, collaborating closely with hardware teams and driving innovation in embedded systems and low-level programming to deliver high-quality, effic...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 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.