Senior Firmware Engineer Jobs

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.

What Senior Firmware Engineers Do

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.

Skills and Qualifications

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.

Career Opportunities and Salary

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.

Find Senior Firmware Engineer Jobs on Ladders

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.

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$145K - $276K *

Optimize the design and verification of high-performance digital ASICs and FPGAs. Collaborate with a skilled team to enhance verification processes, ensuring quality and efficiency in signal processin...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$122K - $184K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of embedded systems by designing, developing, and implementing innovative firmware solutions for advanced thermal printer products. Collaborate across disciplines...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $130K *

Lead the charge in maintaining and enhancing complex military radar systems, ensuring operational readiness and support for critical US and Allied missions. Collaborate with engineers to troubleshoot...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $180K *

Transform complex wire harness programs by leading engineering efforts, optimizing processes, and ensuring quality. Collaborate with production and customers to drive improvements and manage technical...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Drive innovation by developing and integrating RF systems for advanced defense technology projects, ensuring flawless functionality from prototype to testing while collaborating across multidisciplina...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Transform product development through customer engagement, leading cross-functional teams and technical initiatives. Drive innovation and enhance reliability by managing the full lifecycle of complex...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Drive product development by collaborating with customers and R&D teams, managing full lifecycle activities from requirements to deployment while ensuring technical excellence and customer satisfactio...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$70K - $120K *

Engineer cutting-edge hardware validation processes, ensuring optimal performance and reliability of server components. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot and enhance system archi...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$91K - $169K *

Launch your career as a Software Engineer, collaborating on mission-critical applications. Engage in all software development lifecycle phases, leveraging teamwork and communication to drive success i...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$91K - $169K *

Drive innovation as you develop software solutions that support critical missions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to execute the software development lifecycle, ensuring high-quality applicat...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$140K - $250K *

Engineer innovative thermal control systems for spacecraft, overseeing design, implementation, and testing. Collaborate closely with design teams to ensure manufacturability and produce high-quality p...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$114K - $191K *

Lead the charge in product engineering by owning mechanical product families, driving yield improvements, and ensuring quality compliance while collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet projec...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $190K *

Advance your career by designing cutting-edge RF subsystems for innovative products. Collaborate with a talented team to enhance performance and ensure compliance, while tackling complex engineering c...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$150K - $180K *

Contribute to impactful projects by leveraging your expertise and skills in a collaborative environment, working with cross-functional teams to drive innovation and achieve strategic goals...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Pioneer innovative autonomous systems for military and commercial sectors. Lead design, development, and integration of robotic platforms while mentoring junior engineers. Enjoy autonomy in research d...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $155K *

Lead the development of innovative full-stack solutions for a hybrid network platform, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance software delivery and operational efficiency while mentoring...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$207K - $300K *

Shape the future of data center infrastructure by leading a team of engineers to develop custom firmware and system software for next-gen silicon platforms, driving innovation and optimizing performan...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $165K *

Engage in the development of innovative firmware solutions, collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet project goals. Mentor junior engineers while driving software process improvements and ens...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$115K - $185K *

Innovate within our embedded software team, designing and implementing real-time software for professional audio products. Collaborate across disciplines to enhance product architecture and ensure hig...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$140K - $175K *

Engineer robust firmware solutions for IoT devices, ensuring reliability and performance. Collaborate across teams to drive architecture, oversee production, and enhance field operations for next-gen...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$86K - $165K *

Optimize your engineering skills to design and test advanced power and analog systems. Lead teams in developing innovative solutions from concept to integration, ensuring robust performance in critica...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$118K - $163K *

Shape the future of advanced digital and power hardware by leveraging your expertise in circuit design, DSP/PLD/FPGA integration, and power electronics. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to driv...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$168K - $322K *

The System Debug Lead Engineer at NVIDIA will be responsible for leading the cross-functional debug of complex system-level issues across hardware and firmware domains. This role involves hands-on roo...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Drive innovation in embedded systems by developing firmware to enhance product performance. Collaborate across teams to create stable, efficient solutions while ensuring seamless connectivity and exce...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$120K - $151K *

Lead the charge in structural, thermal, and fluid simulations for industrial machinery. Utilize FEA and CFD expertise to solve complex engineering challenges, mentor teams, and enhance design performa...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a senior firmware engineer do?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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.