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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$138K - $165K *

Unlock your potential as a key contributor, driving innovative software solutions and managing distributed services in a collaborative environment. Join a team that values expertise and fosters growth...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$91K - $136K *

Join a dynamic team to develop advanced power metering solutions. As a Senior Embedded Designer, you'll enhance firmware features, collaborate across projects, and tackle technical challenges while ex...

Victoria, BCIn-Person

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $180K *

Lead the design and development of mission-critical electronic subsystems, collaborating across teams to ensure reliable, radiation-tolerant electronics meet stringent specifications and performance s...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$165K - $220K *

Innovate as you design and implement firmware for SSD Flash Interface. Work collaboratively across teams to troubleshoot and integrate modules, enhancing performance and product quality in a dynamic e...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$86K - $165K *

Elevate your career by developing cutting-edge embedded Linux systems for advanced military communications. Collaborate with top experts to enhance product quality and ensure the safety and connectivi...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$133K - $166K *

Lead the charge in defining and executing innovative ATE test strategies, architecting scalable solutions, and driving cross-functional collaboration to ensure world-class quality in high-performance...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $155K *

Develop robust FPGA solutions for innovative robotic platforms, collaborating across disciplines to ensure efficient design meets clinical needs for early lung cancer diagnosis. Engage with a dynamic...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $155K *

Empower innovation by developing top-tier test programs for NPI and quality initiatives. Lead a skilled team, implement robust processes, and ensure seamless production ramp-up while enhancing product...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's dedicated to developing cutting-edge test solutions for Radiation Hardened ICs in the Space Industry. Collaborate closely with engineers to define test requirements, design load boa...

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$99K - $157K *

Innovate cutting-edge PCB designs for space systems, leading multi-disciplinary teams to ensure high-reliability solutions. Drive design standards and efficiency while managing complex projects from c...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$129K - $193K *

Drive quality lifecycle development and logistics services while leading teams to meet program goals and objectives, ensuring successful performance in budget and schedule requirements in a collaborat...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$68K - $131K *

Optimize cutting-edge cybersecurity solutions by leading innovative research and development efforts. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to tackle complex challenges in embedded systems and comm...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$107K - $226K *

Shape the future of communication technology by leading a dynamic team in the development of cutting-edge semiconductor solutions. Collaborate across functions to drive innovation and ensure successfu...

Burnaby, BCIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$107K - $226K *

Innovate within a dynamic team to lead the development of cutting-edge communication semiconductor devices. Oversee design, mentor engineers, and collaborate across functions to deliver high-performan...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $265K *

Unlock potential by leading the design and optimization of advanced RF software solutions. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop high-performance DSP algorithms and ensure compliance wit...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Advance your career by leading the transition of innovative designs into scalable production. Collaborate across teams to ensure engineering readiness, drive manufacturability, and enhance product qua...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$108K - $158K *

Contribute to the design and verification of high-performance ASICs, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure product excellence and innovation in advanced connectivity solutions for modern...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Drive innovation by designing and verifying FPGA gateware for advanced space power systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure robust performance and reliability in cutting-edge spacecr...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$108K - $130K *

Unlock your potential by leading software engineering efforts to design, develop, and sustain advanced applications for defense systems. Collaborate across teams to tackle complex challenges and deliv...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $155K *

Drive innovation in display technology by developing cutting-edge firmware solutions. Collaborate in a dynamic, multi-disciplinary team to enhance embedded systems, ensuring high performance and relia...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$169K - $254K *

Innovate and lead the design of advanced motherboards and systems for AI SoCs, collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive projects from concept to production, ensuring high-performance and rel...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$169K - $254K *

Join us to design and develop cutting-edge motherboards and modules for advanced AI systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive projects from concept to production, ensuring high-perform...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$169K - $254K *

Transform the future of AI hardware by leading the design and development of advanced motherboards and systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive projects from concept to production, en...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $195K *

Drive innovation by developing and maintaining Linux kernel features, collaborating with hardware teams, and contributing to the upstream community. Own projects from definition to deployment while me...

Vancouver, BCRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$120K - $195K *

Transform your career by joining a dynamic team focused on Linux kernel development, integrating cutting-edge features, and collaborating with hardware engineers to enhance product performance and rel...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

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.