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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$185K - $205K *

Reimagine the future of networking software by leading the design and development of high-performance solutions for next-gen data center platforms, focusing on SONiC integration and collaboration with...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$136K - $231K *

Optimize embedded software and firmware for semiconductor equipment, focusing on motion control, diagnostics, and system integration. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive projects from con...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$202K - $300K *

Join a diverse team to innovate AI systems that enhance analog/mixed-signal IC design, leveraging machine learning and engineering expertise to create scalable, reproducible solutions that evolve with...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$165K - $248K *

Join a team that's transforming ASIC designs into reliable FPGA prototypes. Leverage your expertise in RTL design, multi-FPGA systems, and automation to drive innovative solutions that accelerate cust...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$146K - $183K *

Lead the charge in innovative electrical engineering projects for electric aircraft and eVTOL systems. Oversee design, development, and implementation while collaborating with cross-functional teams t...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$70K - $143K *

Take ownership of complex digital IP designs from concept to delivery, driving optimization in power, performance, and area. Collaborate with integration teams to ensure top-level timing and seamless...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$114K - $171K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative Ground System architectures, integrating advanced technologies, and ensuring seamless operations within the Avionics Integration Organization, while collaborat...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Champion product security by leading engineering efforts, guiding teams in threat analysis, secure design, and risk mitigation. Drive improvements in security processes and mentor engineers to enhance...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive innovation by leading product security engineering efforts, guiding teams in threat analysis, risk mitigation, and secure design practices. Elevate security standards across projects while mento...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$170K - $205K *

Drive the automation of deployment and testing for large-scale GPU clusters, ensuring stability and efficiency across our AI Cloud infrastructure. Collaborate with teams to enhance CI/CD processes and...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$88K - $105K *

Transform manufacturing processes by leading equipment projects, optimizing automation systems, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance product assembly and testing efficiency, safety...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$124K - $186K *

Drive innovative electrical designs and systems development, ensuring compliance with safety and industry standards while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality solutions on...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Drive your career with impactful design and analysis of avionics systems. Lead structural and mechanical projects, ensuring compliance with FAA regulations while collaborating with diverse teams to en...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$99K - $124K *

Engineer quality excellence in digital manufacturing! Lead investigations, implement improvements, and collaborate across teams to enhance product performance and operational standards in a fast-paced...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $400K *

Lead transformative projects by embedding with hardware teams to develop innovative agentic systems. Drive end-to-end solutions in a fast-paced environment, tackling critical challenges that shape the...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$168K - $310K *

Drive innovative DFT solutions by connecting silicon behavior with test data. Support full post-silicon lifecycle, translate insights into technical recommendations, and collaborate across teams to op...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$168K - $310K *

Advance DFT capabilities by connecting silicon performance with test data, enhancing methodologies for production readiness, and collaborating across technical teams. Drive data-informed decisions to...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Transform the future of industrial automation by designing innovative hardware solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop cutting-edge products, ensuring compliance and optimizing d...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Drive continuous improvement and reliability of avionics products by troubleshooting technical issues, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and implementing effective solutions to enhance perfor...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by joining a dynamic team focused on validating and integrating autonomous mining truck systems through advanced testing methodologies and collaboration with global engineering teams...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Engineer innovative software solutions for next-gen manufacturing of prosthetics. Collaborate cross-functionally to develop and optimize machines that enhance efficiency and drive Dandy's ambitious gr...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of dental technology by leading software development for specialized machines, shaping the future of custom prosthetics manufacturing in a dynamic, high-growth env...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of digital processing through innovative FPGA and embedded systems design. Collaborate on complex projects, leveraging your expertise in VHDL, Verilog, and embedd...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$220K - $250K *

Transform the future of embedded firmware by leading architecture and delivery across a global portfolio. Drive technical standards, oversee development teams, and ensure seamless integration of firmw...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

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.