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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$89K - $149K *

Empower our team to innovate and build transformative digital products that enhance customer experiences through cutting-edge technologies, spanning from embedded systems to AI/ML solutions...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$89K - $149K *

Lead a distributed team to develop innovative digital products that enhance customer experiences through advanced technologies, including AI/ML, IoT, and cloud solutions, while setting standards for n...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Lead the charge in analog design for complex power management ICs, guiding teams, driving improvements, and representing the company to customers while ensuring high-quality production and innovation...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $155K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of analog engineering, leading the development of PMIC and mixed-signal products. Collaborate with diverse teams to drive innovation from concept to production, en...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$138K - $165K *

Advance your career by leading the architectural evolution of PMIC and mixed-signal products. Drive the full development lifecycle, mentor engineers, and collaborate with customers to create innovativ...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Drive the evolution of global EDA/CAD infrastructure, combining hands-on engineering with strategic oversight. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance scalable, reliable environments that s...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of aviation technology by designing and implementing embedded software for power distribution and cabin control systems, ensuring high standards of quality and compliance in a collabo...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$98K - $147K *

Shape the future of software quality assurance by developing and maintaining evaluation systems, collaborating with engineering teams, and ensuring compliance with quality standards for software and f...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$186K - $280K *

Lead the charge in optimizing power solutions for Snapdragon chipsets, guiding cross-functional teams through design cycles to achieve world-class low power consumption and innovative hardware and sof...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$135K - $143K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance quality processes, drive compliance, and lead audits in semiconductor manufacturing. Collaborate across functions to implement effective solutions and mentor engineers i...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$117K - $176K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in firmware development for power electronics. Your expertise will shape the lifecycle of cutting-edge embedded C/C++ solutions, collaborating across functions to...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$117K - $176K *

Champion the development of innovative firmware solutions for power systems, ensuring integrity from design to delivery. Collaborate across teams, implementing best practices and fostering a culture o...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of technical delivery by leading complex programs, bridging engineering, operations, and business teams to ensure successful outcomes and strategic alignment in a dynamic environment...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $110K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of validation engineering, providing expert consulting and technical leadership. Collaborate with clients to solve complex challenges while mentoring team members...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $160K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$181K - $367K *

Champion the future of thermal technology by defining innovative cooling strategies for high-performance networking and data-center solutions. Drive impactful advancements in energy efficiency, reliab...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $140K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Manage electrical subsystems for advanced robotics, overseeing design, integration, and debugging from concept to production, ensuring reliability in challenging environments and mentoring junior engi...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's delivering innovative hardware integration solutions, collaborating across engineering disciplines to ensure successful logistics and automation project execution, while mentoring a...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$123K - $154K *

Unlock the potential of innovative hardware testing by leading field programs, enhancing product quality, and collaborating across teams to ensure reliable performance and launch readiness in real-wor...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$123K - $154K *

Lead and enhance the field-testing program for innovative hardware products, ensuring reliability and quality through structured processes and cross-functional collaboration, while driving improvement...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team to develop innovative embedded software solutions, ensuring high-quality design and timely delivery for transportation-related applications. Collaborate across functions to achieve...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Develop embedded software and firmware for autonomous drone systems, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure reliable integration and production. Utilize your expertise in low-level driver...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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.