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.
Senior Manufacturing Engineer, DFMA - Composites
$140K - $180K *
Pioneer innovative composite manufacturing solutions, driving design and production efficiency. Collaborate on R&D, optimize processes, and lead high-rate production initiatives to enhance product qua...
3 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Empower our mission by designing and developing low-code solutions using Microsoft Power Platform. Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver secure, compliant, and scalable applications that support th...
Today
Senior Principal Mechanical Design Engineer (Onsite)
$132K - $251K *
Drive innovation by developing mechanical design solutions for military and advanced engine programs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and meet delivery milestones while pr...
1 week ago
Emulation Engineer / Emulation Platform Engineer -Senior
$121K - $182K *
Drive innovation by defining, designing, and validating high-performance ASICs. Collaborate across teams to optimize product execution and ensure quality in low-power solutions for cutting-edge techno...
3 weeks ago
$169K - $254K *
Lead the design and layout of high-performance PCBs for advanced systems, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with industry standards and optimize manufacturing processes fo...
Yesterday
Senior Systems Performance Engineer
$136K - $258K *
Drive innovation in GPU validation by developing automated test plans and performance models, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance system performance and reliability for cutting-edge c...
Today
Senior Systems Performance Engineer
$136K - $258K *
Transform GPU validation processes by developing automated test plans and performance models, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance system performance and reliability in cutting-edge co...
Today
Engineering Program Manager II
$74K - $170K *
Engage in managing engineering development processes, coordinating multiple projects, and ensuring timely product implementation while optimizing resources and budgets across functions...
Reposted 5 days ago
Sr. Package Engineer, Annapurna Labs - AI Silicon Packaging
$185K - $250K *
Lead the charge in developing cutting-edge packaging technologies for next-gen AI systems, collaborating across teams to drive innovation from concept to production while ensuring performance, reliabi...
1 week ago
Engineering - Embedded Software Developer
$100K - $120K *
Create innovative embedded flight software for space applications. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance software quality and efficiency, utilizing Agile methodologies and real-time oper...
2 weeks ago
Senior Ethernet Product Manager
$160K - $265K *
Empower your career by leading the strategic development of innovative Ethernet networking products. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive product impact and market success in cloud, enterprise, and...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Senior Ethernet Product Manager
$160K - $265K *
Drive innovation in Ethernet networking products by shaping strategy, collaborating with teams, and translating insights into actionable product plans. Influence market trends and customer engagements...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Senior Ethernet Product Manager
$160K - $265K *
Drive innovation and strategy in next-gen Ethernet networking. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate market insights into customer-centric products for cloud, enterprise, and telecom so...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$150K - $215K *
Lead the charge in building and managing a dynamic embedded engineering team, driving firmware development for next-gen wearables from prototype to production while ensuring high standards and collabo...
1 week ago
$138K - $189K *
Champion audio innovation by developing and optimizing DSP software for embedded platforms, ensuring high-quality signal processing across diverse audio products while collaborating with cross-functio...
1 week ago
Senior Engineering Manager for Tool Software Automated Testing
$166K - $350K *
Lead the charge in overseeing software development, quality assurance, and team management while driving enhancements and new product initiatives for complex cloud-based solutions in a fast-paced envi...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Pre-Silicon Verification Engineer
$122K - $172K *
Engage in the verification of clock generator IPs, ensuring functional accuracy and reliability. Develop test environments, implement tests, and debug pre-silicon issues to uphold high standards in in...
2 weeks ago
Pre-Silicon Verification Engineer
$122K - $172K *
Champion the verification of clock generator IPs, ensuring functional accuracy and reliability. Develop test environments, implement tests, and debug pre-silicon issues, collaborating with cross-funct...
2 weeks ago
Pre-Silicon Verification Engineer
$122K - $172K *
Take ownership of the verification process for clock generator IPs, ensuring functional accuracy and reliability. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop test environments and debug pre-sil...
2 weeks ago
Pre-Silicon Verification Engineer
$122K - $172K *
Deliver comprehensive verification solutions for clock generator IPs, ensuring functional accuracy and reliability. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance methodologies and debug pre-silic...
2 weeks ago
Pre-Silicon Verification Engineer
$122K - $172K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of clock generator IPs by ensuring their functional accuracy and reliability. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop verification environments and deb...
2 weeks ago
Senior Mechanical Engineer - Consumer Optics
$110K - $130K *
Join a dynamic team to develop innovative mechanical solutions for consumer optics products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, mentor junior engineers, and drive projects from concept to mass p...
3 weeks ago
$95K - $115K *
Join us in shaping the future of aerospace manufacturing by developing and managing complex processes from design to production. Your expertise will drive efficiency and quality in our operations, ens...
1 week ago
Embedded Flight Software Engineer
$130K - $170K *
Drive the development of embedded flight software, focusing on low-level drivers, bootloaders, and memory management. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure robust integration and complianc...
Yesterday
$160K - $240K *
Join a team that's tackling complex thermal challenges to enhance AI computing performance. Collaborate with experts to innovate and optimize thermal architecture, ensuring reliability and efficiency...
3 weeks 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.