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Contract Firmware Engineer Remote Jobs in California

Renesas Electronics

Senior Power Electronic Test Engineer

Goleta, CA · On-site +1

$116K - $143K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • PTO

Develop and maintain C/C++ firmware for test automation, system control, and data collection. 3. ... Our people-first culture and global support system, including the remote work option and Employee ...

SPAN

Sr. Embedded Security Engineer

San Francisco, CA · On-site +1

$138K - $184K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

Implement secure and authenticated boot flows to ensure device and firmware integrity from power-on ... remote deployments. * Design and integrate security provisioning protocols into the factory ...

Calance US

IBM Z Engineer - 100% remote

Costa Mesa, CA · Remote

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

We are hiring IBM Z Engineer - 100% remote for a Contract position in remote, USA Overview A Linux on Z Engineer to support system administration, configuration, and compliance remediation across ...

Samsara

Principal Product Manager

San Francisco, CA · Remote

$245K/yr

This is a remote position open to candidates residing in the US. You should apply if: * Customer ... Bridge the gap between firmware engineering and software execution to define and deliver the ...

SAIC

Contracts Support Specialist

El Segundo, CA · Remote

$120K - $160K/yr

Engineering and Sciences Subcategory: Specialty Engr Schedule: Full-Time Shift: Day Job Travel: Yes ... None Potential for Remote Work: ORA_ON_SITE Description Seeking a Contracts Support Specialis t to ...

Dexcom

Principal SW Development Engineer

San Diego, CA

$143K - $192K/yr

... firmware, data, software, and mobile application engineering teams to translate business and ... Define service boundaries, domain models, API contracts, integration patterns, data ownership, and ...

Dexcom, Inc.

Principal SW Development Engineer

San Diego, CA · On-site +1

$143K - $192K/yr

Meet the team This role is open to remote candidates. Within the R&D Software Architecture team ... Define service boundaries, domain models, API contracts, integration patterns, data ownership, and ...

SB Energy

Sr. Network Engineer

San Diego, CA · Remote

$140K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... remote-access, change-control, and incident-notification requirements. * Review network firmware ... Demonstrated strong engineering, design, and communication skills, and an ability to work in a ...

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What is a contract firmware engineer?

Contract firmware engineers are professionals hired on a temporary or project basis to design, develop, and troubleshoot embedded software (firmware) that controls hardware devices. Working remotely, they collaborate with engineering teams to write code, test hardware components, and ensure that embedded systems function as intended. These engineers often bring specialized expertise to short-term projects, allowing companies flexibility without committing to full-time hires.

What key skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a contract firmware engineer remote?

To thrive as a Contract Firmware Engineer working remotely, you need strong proficiency in embedded systems programming (C/C++), hardware-software integration, and relevant engineering degrees or equivalent experience. Familiarity with microcontroller platforms, version control systems (such as Git), and debugging tools is typically required, and certifications like ARM Accredited Engineer can be advantageous. Excellent problem-solving, self-motivation, and clear remote communication skills help set exceptional candidates apart. These competencies ensure successful project delivery, efficient troubleshooting, and effective collaboration in a remote engineering environment.

How does a remote contract firmware engineer typically collaborate with hardware teams and manage project deliverables?

As a remote contract firmware engineer, effective collaboration with hardware teams is crucial, often achieved through regular video meetings, shared documentation platforms, and version control systems like Git. Clear communication is essential for aligning on project specifications, debugging hardware-software integration issues, and staying updated on hardware revisions. Project deliverables are usually managed using agile methodologies, with tasks tracked via tools like Jira or Trello and frequent check-ins with project managers to ensure milestones are met. This structure enables remote engineers to stay integrated with on-site teams and maintain productivity despite physical separation.

What is the difference between Contract Firmware Engineer Remote vs Contract Embedded Software Engineer?

AspectContract Firmware Engineer RemoteContract Embedded Software Engineer
CredentialsBachelor's in Electrical/Computer Engineering, relevant certificationsBachelor's in Electrical/Computer Engineering, relevant certifications
Work EnvironmentRemote, project-based, hardware interfacingRemote or on-site, hardware-focused, real-time systems
Industry UsageConsumer electronics, IoT, industrial devicesAutomotive, medical devices, industrial automation
Search & Comparison IntentFocus on firmware development, remote work optionsFocus on embedded systems, hardware integration

Both roles involve firmware development, but Contract Firmware Engineer Remote emphasizes remote work and consumer or IoT projects, while Contract Embedded Software Engineer often involves hardware integration in industrial or automotive sectors. The choice depends on industry focus and work environment preferences.

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Senior/Staff Software Engineer - Remote Assistance

Gatik AI

Santa Clara, CA • On-site, Remote

$180K - $260K/yr

Full-time

This job post has expired today. Applications are no longer accepted.

Job description

Who we are
Gatik, the leader in autonomous middle-mile logistics, is revolutionizing the B2B supply chain with its autonomous transportation-as-a-service (ATaaS) solution and prioritizing safe, consistent deliveries while streamlining freight movement by reducing congestion. The company focuses on short-haul, B2B logistics for Fortune 500 retailers and in 2021 launched the world's first fully driverless commercial transportation service with Walmart. Gatik's Class 3-7 autonomous trucks are commercially deployed across major markets, including Texas, Arkansas, and Ontario, Canada, driving innovation in freight transportation.
The company's proprietary Level 4 autonomous technology, Gatik Carrier™, is custom-built to transport freight safely and efficiently between pick-up and drop-off locations on the middle mile. With robust capabilities in both highway and urban environments, Gatik Carrier™ serves as an all-encompassing solution that integrates advanced software and hardware powering the fleet, facilitating effortless integration into customers' logistics operations.
About the role
Develops modern C++ backend systems for vehicle telemetry, state management, and real-time communication. Designs low-latency, high-reliability protocols and safety-critical workflows. Collaborates across autonomy and platform teams, interfaces with vendors, and conducts on-vehicle testing to optimize performance and reliability.
This role will be onsite at our Santa Clara, CA office.
What you'll do
  • Design and implement back-end software in modern C++ to support vehicle telemetry, communications, and system state management.
  • Architect low-latency, high-reliability communication protocols for real-time data exchange across distributed systems.
  • Develop intuitive and safety-critical user workflows to ensure clear and reliable vehicle state transitions.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with teams in behavior planning, platform engineering, integration, safety, and operations to align technical solutions with stakeholder needs.
  • Perform metric analysis and performance optimization in a dynamic, highly concurrent software stack.
  • Interface with global vendors, ensuring alignment of technical goals, deliverables, and integration timelines.
  • Participate in on-vehicle testing, conducting functional analysis of new features and collecting data on latency, throughput, and stream quality.
What we're looking for
  • Master's degree in robotics, computer engineering, or a related field with 5+ years of experience, or Bachelor's degree with 7+ years in autonomous systems or embedded software.
  • Strong proficiency in modern C++, with deep expertise in high-concurrency systems for real-time or safety-critical applications.
  • Solid understanding of communication protocols, including TCP/IP, UDP, and custom transport layers.
  • Strong grasp of operating system fundamentals, including process priority, scheduling, inter-process communication (IPC), and performance optimization on distributed platforms.
  • Experience with robotics middleware, particularly ROS 2.
  • Exceptional analytical and debugging skills, with a proven ability to work across disciplines and communicate effectively with cross-functional teams.
  • Bonus: Experience with cellular networks, modem optimization, and telecom systems is a strong plus.

Salary Range - $180,000- $260,000
More about Gatik
Founded in 2017 by experts in autonomous vehicle technology, Gatik has rapidly expanded its presence to Mountain View, Dallas-Fort Worth, Arkansas, and Toronto. As the first and only company to achieve fully driverless middle-mile commercial deliveries, Gatik holds a unique and defensible position in the AV industry, with a clear trajectory toward sustainable growth and profitability.
We have delivered complete, proprietary AV technology - an integration of software and hardware - to enable earlier successes for our clients in constrained Level 4 autonomy. By choosing the middle mile - with defined point-to-point delivery, we have simplified some of the more complex AV challenges, enabling us to achieve full autonomy ahead of competitors. Given extensive knowledge of Gatik's well-defined, fixed route ODDs and hybrid architecture, we are able to hyper-optimize our models with exponentially less data, establish gate-keeping mechanisms to maintain explainability, and ensure continued safety of the system for unmanned operations.
Visit us at Gatik for more company information and Careers at Gatik for more open roles.
Notable News
  • Bloomberg: Autonomous Trucking Firm Gatik Inks Contracts Worth $600 Million
  • Forbes: Hundreds' Of Gatik Robot Delivery Trucks Headed For U.S. Roads
  • Forbes:Gatik And Loblaw Announce Largest Commercial Deployment Of AV Trucks
  • Forbes: Forget robotaxis. Upstart Gatik sees middle-mile deliveries as the path to profitable AVs
  • Tech Brew: Gatik AI exec unpacks the regulations that could shape the AV industry
  • Business Wire: Gatik Paves the Way for Safe Driverless Operations ('Freight-Only') at Scale with Industry-First Third-Party Safety Assessment Framework
  • Auto Futures: Autonomous Trucking Group Gatik Secures Investment From NIPPON EXPRESS HOLDINGS
  • Automotive News: Gatik foresees hundreds of self-driving trucks on road soon, and that's just the beginning
  • Forbes: Isuzu And Gatik Go All In To Scale Up Driverless Freight Services
  • Bloomberg: Autonomous Vehicle Startup Takes Off by Picking Off Easier Routes
  • Reuters: Driverless vehicles on limited routes bump along despite US robotaxi scrutiny
Taking care of our team
At Gatik, we connect people of extraordinary talent and experience to an opportunity to create a more resilient supply chain and contribute to our environment's sustainability. We are diverse in our backgrounds and perspectives yet united by a bold vision and shared commitment to our values. Our culture emphasizes the importance of collaboration, respect and agility.
We at Gatik strive to create a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone feels they have opportunities to succeed and grow because we know that together we can do great things. We are committed to an inclusive and diverse team. We do not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, national origin, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, marital status or any legally protected status.

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