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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$119K - $221K *

Champion innovation by developing cutting-edge simulation algorithms for robotics, focusing on many-body dynamics and finite element analysis, while validating performance on real-world hardware appli...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$141K - $224K *

Shape the future of multidisciplinary engineering by leading a complex development program, integrating hardware and software systems while mentoring teams and ensuring performance alignment from conc...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$141K - $224K *

Champion technical integration as you lead multidisciplinary engineering efforts, driving system architectures and performance across diverse teams. Grow into sensing leadership while delivering impac...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$163K - $273K *

Lead a dynamic Product Engineering team to enhance product quality and yield. Drive results through effective communication and collaboration across functions, ensuring customer satisfaction and conti...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$68K - $131K *

Lead the design and development of advanced radar subsystems, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative hardware solutions. Utilize your expertise in mixed signal hardware and ci...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$68K - $131K *

Innovate the future of radar technology by designing advanced hardware systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and produce cutting-edge radar subsystems, ensuring high performance...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $180K *

Elevate your career by leading the layout design of complex analog and mixed-signal IP blocks. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure first-pass silicon success while mentoring junior engin...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Explore a pivotal role in high-speed analog layout design, leading complex IP block development. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure silicon success while mentoring junior engineers in a...

Irvine, CARemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of advanced optical communication systems by leading the layout design of complex analog and mixed-signal IP blocks. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure first-pass silic...

San Jose, CARemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Drive the layout design of complex analog/mixed-signal IP blocks, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure first-pass silicon success. Lead and mentor junior engineers while contributing to...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the design of complex analog/mixed-signal layouts, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure high-performance silicon success while mentoring junior engineers in a dynamic environment...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Unlock your potential as a leader in high-speed analog layout design, driving complex IP block development for cutting-edge optical communication systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and m...

Ottawa, ONRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$61K - $99K *

Unlock potential by joining a dynamic ASIC design team focused on high-speed integrated circuit development, collaborating across functions to deliver innovative solutions for cutting-edge technology...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$103K - $155K *

Lead the charge in ensuring software quality by developing standards, conducting inspections, and collaborating with engineering teams to meet project requirements and maintain compliance with industr...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$103K - $155K *

Engage in enhancing software quality standards by developing, applying, and maintaining processes. Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure compliance and reliability, while conducting inspections...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Develop high-speed hardware platforms for Ethernet and PCIe interconnect products, ensuring optimal design, validation, and collaboration with cross-functional teams from concept to production...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Architect and define the BIOS/UEFI firmware stack, aligning with OCP specifications. Collaborate across teams to translate standards into actionable designs, ensuring compliance and innovation in prod...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$138K - $165K *

Shape the future of BIOS/UEFI firmware by defining architecture aligned with OCP standards. Collaborate across teams to translate specifications into actionable designs, ensuring compliance and innova...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Transform the future of firmware architecture by defining and implementing OCP specifications, ensuring compliance and innovation in BIOS/UEFI solutions. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive techni...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$161K - $258K *

Elevate your career by leading the development of HAL software and system integration for cutting-edge test instruments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-performance solutions w...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $155K *

Elevate your career by leading complex mechanical systems projects across diverse sectors. Oversee project execution, mentor engineers, and drive innovative solutions while collaborating with multidis...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$187K - $242K *

Lead the charge in developing cutting-edge AI infrastructure solutions. Oversee the architecture and lifecycle of advanced hardware systems, driving innovation and collaboration across engineering tea...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$187K - $242K *

Empower innovation in AI infrastructure by leading the design and lifecycle of advanced server platforms. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive technical excellence and ensure robust, scala...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$187K - $242K *

Transform your career by leading PCB layout innovation and automation. Drive high-speed design processes, mentor teams, and collaborate cross-functionally to redefine hardware development with cutting...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$108K - $130K *

Engineer enterprise IT systems across multi-site manufacturing. Lead infrastructure modernization and resolve complex issues in hybrid and cloud environments. Collaborate with teams to enhance operati...

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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.