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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$152K - $229K *

Innovate and lead as the Verification & Validation Lead for ADAS programs, overseeing multiple ECU platforms and integrating key stakeholder requirements into a global V&V model, while driving softwar...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $160K *

Elevate your career by owning electrical application engineering for prefabricated platforms. Collaborate across disciplines to deliver scalable solutions, ensuring design integrity and execution read...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$155K - $195K *

Lead the conceptual design of hypersonic vehicles, translating mission requirements into architecture recommendations. Collaborate across engineering teams to drive innovative solutions from initial c...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $115K *

Engage in hands-on integration and testing of spacecraft electronics, ensuring quality through troubleshooting and engineering changes. Collaborate with project teams to deliver reliable systems, util...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $115K *

Deliver hands-on integration and testing of spacecraft electronics, ensuring quality through troubleshooting and engineering changes. Collaborate with project teams as a subject matter expert to enhan...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$138K - $165K *

Empower a high-performing RF hardware engineering team to deliver innovative, manufacturable electronics for advanced communication systems, ensuring technical excellence and timely production across...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$218K - $266K *

Drive the development of high-performance RF hardware by leading a skilled team, ensuring technical excellence and timely delivery from design to production while fostering a culture of engineering ri...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$137K - $265K *

Optimize design environments as an Infrastructure and DevOps Engineer, enhancing semiconductor development through tool integration, automation, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to drive...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$137K - $265K *

Transform the semiconductor landscape by optimizing design environments and supporting advanced development. Collaborate with teams to enhance workflows, troubleshoot issues, and integrate new tools...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$137K - $265K *

Unlock potential by optimizing design environments for semiconductor development. Collaborate with teams to enhance workflows, troubleshoot issues, and integrate new tools, ensuring efficient design p...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$137K - $265K *

Innovate design environments as an Infrastructure and DevOps Engineer, optimizing semiconductor development through tool integration, automation, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to enhan...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$100K - $194K *

Lead the charge in providing installation and maintenance support for design environments. Collaborate with engineers to streamline processes and enhance tool integration, ensuring seamless design wor...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$100K - $194K *

Lead the charge in optimizing design environments and support tools by implementing automation and providing technical assistance, ensuring high-quality outcomes throughout the design process and effe...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$100K - $194K *

Shape the future of Silicon Design by providing engineering support for EDA tools, methodologies, and design flows. Collaborate with teams to streamline processes and enhance design environments, ensu...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$100K - $194K *

Unlock potential by driving the installation and support of design environments and EDA tools for external Foundry customers, ensuring efficient methodologies and enhancing design flows for optimal pr...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$138K - $207K *

Unlock potential by managing manufacturing processes for pulser modules, driving prototype transitions to production. Collaborate with engineers and technicians to enhance assembly operations and ensu...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$85K - $146K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing quality and reliability in semiconductor manufacturing. Drive cross-functional initiatives, lead quality improvements, and ensure customer satisfaction throug...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$155K - $248K *

Drive innovation in semiconductor testing by developing test solutions, working collaboratively with engineers to optimize ATE platforms and enhance customer satisfaction while ensuring quality and ef...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$180K - $288K *

Inspire innovation as you shape the future of semiconductor testing solutions. Collaborate with customers and engineers to develop cutting-edge applications, optimize processes, and enhance product qu...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in engineering excellence by managing a dynamic team focused on product innovation, process optimization, and customer satisfaction. Drive strategic initiatives and foster a culture of...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K - $180K *

Lead the charge in developing and scaling laser manufacturing processes, overseeing cutting, welding, and marking. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure production readiness and implement...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Lead the charge in systems verification, intertwining requirements with testing to guarantee all products meet industry standards. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and mentor junior engineers t...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$190K - $230K *

Innovate with us to lead a team in manufacturing test and product validation for high-voltage power electronics. Drive strategy, enhance test systems, and ensure operational excellence across all prod...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $145K *

Shape the future of military aviation by developing and testing Flight Management System software. Collaborate with engineering teams to deliver reliable avionics solutions, leveraging your expertise...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$248K - $310K *

Elevate your career by leading a dynamic firmware engineering team focused on innovative networked irrigation solutions. Drive technical excellence, manage resources, and ensure project delivery while...

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  •   8 - 10 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.