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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$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of space technology by leading digital hardware design and development for advanced spacecraft systems. Collaborate with engineers to ensure high-reliability solutions that meet evolv...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$108K - $130K *

Innovate your career by leading complex hardware engineering projects that support mission-critical operations. Drive integration, testing, and deployment of advanced infrastructure solutions across s...

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  •   15+ years exp.  •   Information Technology

$108K - $130K *

Champion complex hardware solutions in mission-critical environments. Lead integration, testing, and sustainment efforts while providing technical guidance and mentoring to engineers. Drive innovation...

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  •   15+ years exp.  •   Information Technology

$81K - $150K *

Join a team that's designing and maintaining advanced software and firmware systems for engineering and defense applications. Collaborate with diverse teams to deliver innovative solutions while adher...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$181K - $367K *

Lead the charge in designing high-performance ASICs that drive innovative networking solutions. Collaborate across teams to define architecture, ensure robust implementation, and mentor engineers to e...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$164K - $232K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$164K - $232K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$164K - $232K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$165K - $185K *

Advance engineering excellence by developing and executing FEA models for robotic medical devices, ensuring optimal performance and reliability through innovative design and collaboration across multi...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$114K - $171K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $169K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Engage with us to design and test innovative electrical systems for complex autonomous platforms. Collaborate with a dynamic team to tackle technical challenges in power management, embedded systems...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $155K *

Transform the embedded software build environment for innovative surgical robotics. Collaborate across teams to enhance infrastructure automation, optimize build pipelines, and support product develop...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$108K - $130K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$135K - $295K *

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$145K - $155K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $232K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$155K - $251K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$136K - $166K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$136K - $166K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$136K - $166K *

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  •   5 - 7 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.