Explore senior firmware engineer roles with vetted employers and salaries of $100,000 or more on Ladders. Senior firmware engineers build and optimize the low-level software that enables devices to operate reliably, from connected products and industrial equipment to automotive, medical, and consumer electronics.
Senior firmware engineers develop, test, and maintain software that runs close to hardware. Responsibilities may include designing embedded architectures, writing and debugging code, bringing up new boards, integrating sensors and peripherals, and improving performance, security, and reliability. They often work across hardware, software, product, and quality teams to take products from design through release.
Employers commonly seek strong experience with C or C++, embedded systems, microcontrollers, RTOS platforms, hardware interfaces, and debugging tools. Depending on the role, valuable expertise may include Linux, device drivers, wireless protocols, bootloaders, power management, safety standards, and secure firmware updates. Clear technical communication and the ability to mentor engineers are also important at the senior level.
Senior firmware engineers can find opportunities across technology, aerospace, automotive, healthcare, robotics, telecommunications, and manufacturing. Compensation varies by location, industry, experience, and scope. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, helping experienced engineers discover roles aligned with their technical strengths and career goals.
Browse senior firmware engineer openings, compare role requirements, and identify positions that match your experience. Explore opportunities involving embedded product development, system architecture, technical leadership, and next-generation connected devices.
$110K - $130K *
Shape the future of embedded systems by leading firmware architecture, mentoring engineers, and driving product development from concept to launch. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver i...
2 weeks ago
$195K - $215K *
Take ownership of developing and optimizing embedded firmware for IoT devices, ensuring seamless integration with mobile apps and cloud systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high...
3 weeks ago
Senior-Staff Embedded Software Engineer
$130K - $160K *
Engineer reliable embedded software for pioneering microreactor systems. Collaborate across teams to ensure safe operation through effective firmware development, integrating sensors and hardware to e...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$120K - $145K *
Champion innovation by designing and developing embedded firmware, collaborating with engineering teams, and utilizing advanced tools for validation and debugging. Drive progress in circuit design and...
3 weeks ago
$120K - $150K *
Champion the development and optimization of embedded firmware for cutting-edge access control products. Collaborate across engineering teams to ensure robust NFC/RFID communications and secure integr...
1 month ago
$88K - $134K *
Join a team that's dedicated to developing cutting-edge firmware solutions for laboratory systems in biodefense and life sciences. Collaborate with engineers to design, test, and enhance embedded syst...
3 weeks ago
Senior Embedded Firmware Engineer
$165K - $225K *
Transform cutting-edge embedded platforms for electric vehicles, owning the software that powers crucial vehicle architecture and services while working collaboratively across engineering teams to del...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$110K - $151K *
Develop and validate control firmware for next-gen inverter products, collaborating cross-functionally to optimize solutions and mentor junior engineers. Utilize expertise in C/C++, real-time systems...
Reposted 2 days ago
$78K - $116K *
Join a team that's dedicated to developing cutting-edge firmware solutions for laboratory systems in biodefense and life sciences. Collaborate with engineering experts to design, test, and optimize em...
3 weeks ago
Senior Firmware Engineer - UEFI
$110K - $130K *
Innovate and lead firmware development, specializing in UEFI and ARM designs. Collaborate across teams to ensure platform stability and enhance hardware integration through effective debugging and des...
Reposted 5 days ago
$110K - $130K *
Accelerate progress at the forefront of embedded systems development. Lead firmware design, mentor junior engineers, and collaborate across teams to deliver innovative, high-quality solutions while dr...
1 week ago
Senior/Staff Firmware Engineer
$150K - $180K *
Drive the development of critical firmware for medication dispensing robots, ensuring precise motor control, safety, and reliability. Collaborate with leadership to enhance system architecture and int...
2 weeks ago
$125K - $160K *
Transform embedded systems development by leveraging your expertise in firmware design and prototyping for aerospace applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality integr...
3 weeks ago
$140K - $165K *
Elevate your career by developing innovative firmware solutions across all engineering phases. Collaborate with teams to design, implement, and troubleshoot while adapting to dynamic project needs and...
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$88K - $105K *
Transform your career as a Firmware Engineer, driving innovation in embedded systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop high-quality solutions, ensuring efficiency and reliability in...
6 days ago
$150K - $210K *
Shape your expertise by developing advanced FTL architecture and algorithms, managing block lifecycle, and optimizing NAND performance for data integrity. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance SSD...
1 month ago
Firmware Development Engineer, Sr. Staff
$190K - $285K *
Drive the design and implementation of embedded firmware for power management solutions in custom CPUs, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance performance and efficiency across various p...
3 weeks ago
$125K - $160K *
Accelerate your career by leading firmware validation for cutting-edge avionics systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality releases and drive innovation in testing methodo...
3 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Drive the firmware lifecycle for core consumer electronics, ensuring quality and scalability from development to mass production. Collaborate cross-functionally with teams and ODM/JDM partners to alig...
Reposted 2 days ago
Staff Software Engineer, Application Specific Integrated Circuits Firmware
$207K - $300K *
Join a team that's redefining computing by developing firmware for custom accelerators. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to innovate and enhance AI capabilities, ensuring robust performance and...
1 week ago
$120K - $145K *
Transform embedded systems by designing firmware and GUIs, collaborating with engineering teams, and troubleshooting hardware issues. Leverage your expertise to innovate and enhance product functional...
3 weeks ago
$100K - $120K *
Drive innovation as an Embedded Firmware Developer, collaborating with a dynamic team to create cutting-edge telecom audio and video products. Engage in all phases of development, from design to deplo...
1 week ago
$88K - $105K *
Design, test, and optimize electronic hardware and firmware for advanced RADAR systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure systems meet specifications and regulatory compliance, driving...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$84K - $90K *
Shape the future of cutting-edge RF sensing by developing FPGA-based firmware solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, test, and integrate advanced digital logic systems, driving...
4 weeks ago
Senior Firmware Security Engineer
$152K - $241K *
Develop and optimize secure GPU firmware, enhancing security posture and collaborating with cross-functional teams to innovate boot processes in resource-constrained environments. Drive improvements i...
1 week ago
What does a senior firmware engineer do?
A senior firmware engineer designs, develops, tests, and maintains software that controls or communicates directly with electronic hardware. The work can include embedded architecture, device drivers, board bring-up, debugging, performance optimization, and collaboration across engineering teams.
What skills are commonly required for senior firmware engineer jobs?
Common requirements include C or C++, embedded systems experience, microcontrollers, RTOS platforms, hardware debugging, and interfaces such as SPI, I2C, or UART. Some roles also require Linux, wireless connectivity, security, safety standards, or experience with firmware update systems.
What industries hire senior firmware engineers?
Senior firmware engineers work in industries such as consumer electronics, automotive, medical devices, aerospace, robotics, industrial automation, telecommunications, and connected products.
How much do senior firmware engineers earn?
Compensation depends on factors such as location, industry, experience, and job responsibilities. Ladders features vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more.
How can I find senior firmware engineer jobs paying $100,000 or more?
Use Ladders to explore vetted senior firmware engineer openings that meet its $100,000-and-up salary focus. Review each listing’s responsibilities and qualifications to find roles that fit your experience.