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Embedded Firmware Engineer

Greenwood Village, CO ยท On-site

$101K - $139K/yr

We are seeking a highly skilled Embedded Firmware Engineer to design, develop, and optimize low-level software for advanced embedded systems. This role involves working across the full firmware stack ...

Embedded Firmware Engineer

Alpharetta, GA ยท On-site

$97K - $134K/yr

We are seeking a highly skilled Embedded Firmware Engineer to design, develop, and optimize low-level software for advanced embedded systems. This role involves working across the full firmware stack ...

Embedded Firmware Engineer

Englewood, CO

$101K - $139K/yr

We are seeking a highly skilled Embedded Firmware Engineer to design, develop, and optimize low-level software for advanced embedded systems. This role involves working across the full firmware stack ...

Embedded Firmware Engineer

Baton Rouge, LA ยท On-site

$80K - $110K/yr

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field * Professional experience developing embedded firmware in C/C++ * Experience with real-time or ...

Embedded Firmware Engineer

Baton Rouge, LA ยท On-site

$80K - $110K/yr

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field * Professional experience developing embedded firmware in C/C++ * Experience with real-time or ...

Embedded Firmware Engineer

Ann Arbor, MI ยท On-site

$135K - $175K/yr

We are seeking an Embedded Firmware Engineer to develop production-grade firmware for power grid edge computing platforms. You will work alongside a diverse team of experts across hardware, cloud ...

Embedded Firmware Engineer

Rochester Hills, MI ยท On-site

$112K - $130K/yr

Position Summary We are seeking a skilled Embedded Firmware Engineer with a strong foundation in embedded software architecture, algorithm development, and device-level communication protocols. This ...

Embedded Firmware Engineer

Ann Arbor, MI ยท On-site

$135K - $175K/yr

We are seeking an Embedded Firmware Engineer to develop production-grade firmware for power grid edge computing platforms. You will work alongside a diverse team of experts across hardware, cloud ...

Senior Embedded Firmware Engineer

Seattle, WA ยท On-site

$117K - $160K/yr

Kapta Space is seeking a Senior Embedded Firmware Engineer to lead the complete lifecycle development, including development, testing, and support of the radar operation, data collection, storage and ...

Embedded Firmware Engineer

Redmond, WA ยท On-site

$115K - $157K/yr

Embedded Firmware Engineer Location: Redmond, WA - 100% onsite * Duration: 12+ month contract * Interview: 1-2 video conference interviews * US citizens Summary: The main function of a Firmware ...

Embedded Firmware Engineer II

Germantown, WI

$104K - $143K/yr

As an Embedded Firmware Engineer II, you will play a critical role in designing and implementing robust firmware solutions that drive the success of our lighting products. From concept to production ...

Embedded Firmware Engineer II

Milpitas, CA

$120K - $164K/yr

Embedded Firmware Engineer II Duties and Responsibilities * Develop and maintain firmware on STM32 / TI / Renesas MCU platforms * Implement and debug low-level drivers (ADC, GPIO, PWM, SPI, I2C, UART ...

Senior Embedded Firmware Engineer

Seattle, WA ยท On-site

$117K - $160K/yr

Kapta Space is seeking a Senior Embedded Firmware Engineer to lead the complete lifecycle development, including development, testing, and support of the radar operation, data collection, storage and ...

Embedded Firmware Engineer II

Milpitas, CA ยท On-site

$120K - $164K/yr

Embedded Firmware Engineer II Duties and Responsibilities * Develop and maintain firmware on STM32 / TI / Renesas MCU platforms * Implement and debug low-level drivers (ADC, GPIO, PWM, SPI, I2C, UART ...

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How much do hourly embedded firmware engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 5, 2026, the average yearly pay for hourly embedded firmware engineer in the United States is $122,008.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $103,000.00 and $141,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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

AspectHourly Embedded Firmware EngineerContract Embedded Software Developer
CredentialsTypically requires a degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science, with experience in embedded systemsSimilar credentials, often with certifications in embedded development or related fields
Work EnvironmentUsually works on specific projects for clients or companies, often in manufacturing or IoT sectorsWorks on short-term or project-based contracts, often remotely or on-site for various clients
Employer & Industry UsageCommon in electronics, automotive, and consumer device industriesFrequent in tech startups, consulting firms, and product development companies

Both roles involve embedded firmware or software development, but the Hourly Embedded Firmware Engineer typically works as a part-time or hourly employee within a company, while the Contract Embedded Software Developer is hired on a temporary basis for specific projects. The skills and credentials are similar, but the employment structure differs.

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Principal Embedded Firmware Engineer

Principal Embedded Firmware Engineer

Market Street Talent

Portland, ME โ€ข On-site, Remote

$106K - $146K/yr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Posted 21 days ago


Job description

Could you be a good fit?
We are looking for the best, highly skilled Principal Embedded Firmware Engineer to join the team of our exceptional client. This role focuses on the design and development of highly integrated embedded processing systems used in advanced electronic products and custom solutions.

This position requires deep embedded firmware expertise, strong technical leadership capabilities, and hands-on experience developing software for complex hardware platforms in real-time and embedded operating system environments.

Benefits:
Remote/Hybrid opportunities based on project needs
Healthcare Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
401k

What will your day look like? As a Principal Embedded Firmware Engineer, you will:
Design embedded software for electronic products ranging from microcontroller-based systems to complex embedded processing platforms.
Lead software development activities on embedded systems projects, coordinating technical efforts across engineering teams.
Partner with Program Managers to estimate development work, define project scope, and maintain software development schedules.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define software requirements and architect scalable, high-performance embedded solutions.
Develop detailed software specifications and implement embedded firmware in alignment with system requirements.
Support bring-up and integration of new embedded hardware platforms alongside hardware engineering teams.
Develop and execute software verification and validation strategies, including testing tools and methodologies.
Document software architecture, specifications, designs, and development processes according to engineering standards.
Serve as a subject matter expert for embedded software and firmware development initiatives.
Contribute to the continuous improvement of engineering processes, development tools, and software methodologies.
Mentor and support junior engineers while promoting best practices across the engineering organization.

You will be a good fit for the Principal Embedded Firmware Engineer role if you have:
Bachelor s degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related engineering discipline (or equivalent experience)
10+ years of embedded firmware/software development experience; 15+ years preferred
Strong expertise developing embedded software in C/C++ across bare-metal, RTOS, and embedded Linux environments
Proven technical leadership experience leading embedded development projects and collaborating with customers and engineering teams
Hands-on experience with embedded processing platforms such as ARM, PIC, DSPs, and/or FPGA-based SoCs
Strong understanding of embedded systems architecture and firmware-to-hardware integration
Experience with software development tools, debugging environments, and version control systems such as Git
Proficiency using lab equipment to troubleshoot and develop low-level hardware interfaces including I2C, SPI, UART, USB, and related protocols
Understanding of object-oriented programming concepts, higher-level application development, and UI frameworks such as Qt
Experience with software testing, QA methodologies, and verification tools for embedded systems
Ability to work independently while following established engineering development processes and documentation standards
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to collaborate across multiple technical disciplines

Nice-to-Haves:
Experience with DSP and FPGA-based embedded systems
Familiarity with Qt framework and UI/application development
Experience mentoring engineering teams and improving software development processes
Background in complex embedded hardware bring-up and system integration

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