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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$143K - $194K *

Lead the development of embedded software for critical satellite functions, engaging in all phases from design to implementation. Collaborate with hardware teams to ensure seamless integration and sup...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$86K - $186K *

Develop and sustain advanced semiconductor architectures and designs, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality engineering outcomes. Leverage 10+ years of experience in RTL, c...

Burnaby, BCIn-Person

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Elevate your career by joining our team as an electrical design expert, driving defect resolution and enhancing product quality through collaboration with cross-functional teams and hands-on engineeri...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing assembly processes for electromechanical products. You'll drive continuous improvement, support operators, and lead engineering initiatives to optimize perfor...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$135K - $170K *

Champion the development and enhancement of internal platforms for manufacturing data, test automation, and failure analysis, ensuring reliable data access for engineering and manufacturing teams to d...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $155K *

Join a dynamic team to design and integrate cutting-edge electrical systems for a leading consumer product. Collaborate across disciplines to solve complex engineering challenges, ensuring optimal per...

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Drive platform strategy and technical excellence by leading product ownership, managing cross-application coordination, and ensuring alignment with business goals. Collaborate with engineering teams t...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $150K *

Elevate your career by developing robust embedded firmware for safety-critical systems. Collaborate on real-time architectures and integrate with Embedded Linux, ensuring reliability and compliance in...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Engineer quality assurance for embedded and mobile systems, ensuring seamless integration between hardware and software. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to elevate product standards and automa...

Waterloo, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$120K - $145K *

Drive innovation in embedded software development for optical payload systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create robust firmware, ensuring seamless integration and real-time performanc...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$121K - $182K *

Join a collaborative team to lead verification strategies for advanced integrated circuits, architect reusable methodologies, and drive quality improvements across global development sites, ensuring r...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of firearms design by creating innovative models and improving existing products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure quality, cost-effectiveness, and timely project com...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$163K - $347K *

Unlock potential by leading the mechanical development of complex networking systems. Engage directly in design and prototyping while providing technical leadership across various programs and collabo...

Reposted yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$108K - $212K *

Manage product development processes for innovative AI hardware solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration from design to manufacturing, helping to drive advance...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Champion the development of embedded firmware for industrial products, overseeing the entire product lifecycle from design to production support. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize pe...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $130K *

Engineer cutting-edge power regulation devices. Drive post-silicon validation, utilize AI tools, and collaborate globally to enhance performance in datacenter applications. Join a dynamic team focused...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $210K *

Innovate advanced solid-state laser systems for aerospace applications, leading design and development efforts while mentoring teams to achieve technical milestones and ensure system performance and r...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$170K - $190K *

Optimize flight control laws and navigation algorithms for advanced aircraft. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, tune, and verify systems from simulation to flight tests, ensuring safe...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $155K *

Lead the charge in designing and developing scalable firmware systems, providing technical leadership to a dynamic team while ensuring security, performance, and efficiency throughout the development...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$200K - $310K *

Lead the charge in end-to-end testing of AI-powered security products, combining test automation and offensive security expertise to ensure quality and safety across SaaS and on-premises deployments...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $123K *

Shape the future of quality management by driving culture change and leading projects. Collaborate with stakeholders to implement solutions, enhance processes, and ensure compliance while managing mul...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Empower the manufacturing process by designing and optimizing systems to meet quality, cost, and delivery goals, while managing customer-specific projects and leading technical teams throughout the pr...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$181K - $367K *

Elevate your career by leading innovative power hardware design projects. Drive architectural development, mentor teams, and influence technology roadmaps while making substantial contributions to cri...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$76K - $100K *

Transform product development by leading innovative engineering projects, ensuring quality and alignment with business goals. Collaborate across teams to drive technical execution and deliver exceptio...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$130K - $155K *

Elevate verification strategies for cutting-edge memory interface products. Lead complex semiconductor design verification efforts, ensuring high performance and functionality in data center and AI ap...

4 weeks ago

  •   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.