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.
Digital Hardware Engineer, Senior
$129K - $194K *
Lead the charge in developing and verifying advanced wireless systems. Join our team to implement cutting-edge FPGA/SOC designs, ensuring compliance with the latest standards while collaborating acros...
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Senior Embedded Firmware Engineer
$120K - $160K *
Elevate your career by owning firmware architecture for advanced robotic systems. Develop embedded solutions, lead debugging efforts, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive innovation in...
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Senior Hardware Design Engineer
$125K - $150K *
Pioneer innovative hardware solutions by designing complex high-speed systems, validating advanced platforms, and collaborating across teams to ensure optimal performance throughout the product lifecy...
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Senior Silicon Product Engineer – Manufacturing
$168K - $310K *
Transform high-volume manufacturing processes by co-designing SLT diagnostics for complex silicon features. Collaborate across teams to enhance test coverage, optimize workflows, and drive quality imp...
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$155K - $220K *
Advance your career by developing cutting-edge compiler technologies that enhance performance and scalability across Intel architectures, collaborating with global teams to drive innovation in softwar...
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Senior Manager, Firmware Development
$150K - $180K *
Empower a team of firmware engineers to design and deliver high-quality embedded solutions. Lead cross-functional collaboration, drive disciplined development practices, and enhance team capabilities...
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Senior Manager, Firmware Development
$150K - $180K *
Transform the future of embedded firmware development by leading a dynamic team of engineers. Drive innovation and quality in complex storage products through effective collaboration and technical lea...
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$160K - $180K *
Lead the design and integration of advanced electrical systems for autonomous vehicles. Drive technical decisions, ensure safety compliance, and collaborate across teams to transition prototypes to pr...
1 week ago
Media Firmware Development Engineer
$91K - $134K *
Drive innovation in firmware development for cutting-edge SSD technology. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create robust architectures and features, ensuring high-quality product delivery in...
3 weeks ago
Media Firmware Development Engineer
$128K - $201K *
Empower innovation as you develop cutting-edge firmware for SSDs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, utilizing Agile methodologies to enhance product quality and performance while addressing com...
3 weeks ago
Firmware Engineer, Annapurna Labs, ML Acceleration - Performance Instrumentation & Developer Tools
$165K - $223K *
Drive the development of advanced firmware for power management and performance on ML chips. Lead the design of control algorithms, optimize thermal constraints, and build telemetry solutions to enhan...
Reposted 4 weeks ago
Staff Firmware Engineer - CPU Telemetry & Drivers
$150K - $180K *
Elevate the future of embedded systems by developing low-level CPU telemetry and drivers. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance performance visibility and diagnostics for next-gen compute...
6 days ago
Staff Firmware Engineer - CPU Telemetry & Drivers
$110K - $130K *
Lead the charge in developing low-level CPU telemetry and driver software, enhancing system observability and performance analysis across embedded and cloud-edge environments. Collaborate with cross-f...
1 week ago
Senior Hardware Design Engineer
$180K - $200K *
Join a dynamic team to lead the design of advanced high-speed PCB systems, driving technical excellence and mentoring engineers while optimizing performance and reliability across complex electronic a...
6 days ago
$76K - $122K *
Drive the design and development of high-performance electronic products, leading a small team in a dynamic environment. Own all aspects of hardware design and collaborate with cross-functional teams...
1 week ago
Senior Electrical Engineer - FPGA Firmware
$110K - $130K *
Transform the future of space technology by leading FPGA firmware development for innovative power beaming spacecraft. Collaborate across teams to ensure mission-critical designs meet rigorous standar...
2 weeks ago
$180K - $230K *
Shape the future of embedded firmware by leading development for advanced digital circuits. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality solutions that meet customer needs and indus...
1 week ago
$110K - $130K *
Join our team as a Firmware Engineer to design and develop innovative BIOS solutions for cutting-edge server products. Collaborate with customers and internal teams to tackle complex challenges and en...
5 days ago
$95K - $115K *
Optimize embedded system development by designing high-performance firmware for advanced laser marking technology, integrating hardware and software to enhance network communication and automation...
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$110K - $130K *
Transform embedded systems by designing, developing, and maintaining real-time firmware for cutting-edge laser marking technologies, enhancing product performance and integration for future innovation...
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$95K - $115K *
Help us innovate embedded systems for thermal inkjet technologies. Lead firmware development, enhance customer integration tools, and collaborate across teams to optimize product performance while man...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Senior Process Development Engineer
$120K - $145K *
Drive SMT process innovation and optimization, enhancing quality, yield, and efficiency in manufacturing. Collaborate globally to standardize practices and support complex product introduction from pr...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$108K - $130K *
Unlock potential by designing and debugging firmware for microcontrollers and embedded Linux platforms, translating systems requirements into software architecture, and collaborating across engineerin...
2 weeks ago
Manager - Firmware Engineering
$120K - $145K *
Develop and lead a high-performing Firmware Engineering team, managing project schedules and resources while driving continuous improvement and technical mentorship across multiple programs...
1 week ago
Senior Embedded Software Engineer - Linux/Firmware
$110K - $130K *
Lead the embedded software lifecycle, enhancing reliability and quality through design, development, and testing of C/C++ software in Linux environments. Collaborate across teams to automate build and...
5 days 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.