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Internship Remote Hardware Engineer Jobs in Cleveland, OH

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How much do internship remote hardware engineer jobs pay per year?

As of May 28, 2026, the average yearly pay for internship remote hardware engineer in Cleveland, OH is $141,818.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $119,800.00 and $158,100.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Internship Remote Hardware Engineer vs Remote Hardware Engineer?

AspectInternship Remote Hardware EngineerRemote Hardware Engineer
Required CredentialsEnrolled in or recent graduate of relevant engineering programBachelor's or higher in Electrical/Hardware Engineering
Work EnvironmentInternship program, part-time or full-time, supervisedFull-time remote position with independent responsibilities
Employer & Industry UsageTech companies, startups, hardware firmsEstablished companies, hardware design firms, tech industry

Internship Remote Hardware Engineers are typically students or recent graduates gaining hands-on experience, often part-time or temporary. Remote Hardware Engineers are full-time professionals responsible for designing and testing hardware components remotely. The internship offers learning opportunities, while the full-time role involves ongoing project responsibilities.

Infographic showing various Internship Remote Hardware Engineer job openings in Cleveland, OH as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 14% Internship, and 86% Full Time. Highlights an 100% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $141,818 per year, or $68.2 per hour.

Firmware Developer

VE Solutions

Maple Heights, OH • On-site, Remote

Other

Posted 23 days ago


Job description

Description

 Job Title: C++ Firmware Developer

Location: Maple Heights, Ohio 44137 (In office)  

Employment Type: Full Time 


Overview

We are seeking a skilled C++ Firmware Engineer with hands-on experience in embedded systems and a strong understanding of vending machine technologies. This role involves developing, maintaining, and optimizing firmware that powers vending machines, including payment systems, inventory tracking, and hardware integration. 


Key Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, test, and maintain embedded firmware in C++ for vending machine systems
  • Interface with hardware components such as bill validators, coin mechanisms, card readers, touchscreens, and IoT modules
  • Implement and debug communication protocols (e.g., MDB, UART, SPI, I2C) commonly used in vending environments
  • Collaborate with electrical, mechanical, and software engineers to ensure seamless integration
  • Optimize system performance, memory usage, and power consumption
  • Develop and maintain diagnostic tools and firmware update mechanisms (OTA or wired)
  • Troubleshoot field issues and provide root cause analysis
  • Ensure compliance with industry standards and payment security requirements (e.g., PCI, EMV where applicable)

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
  • 3+ years of experience in embedded firmware development using C++
  • Strong understanding of real-time operating systems (RTOS) or bare-metal systems
  • Experience working with microcontrollers (e.g., ARM Cortex-M, AVR, PIC)
  • Familiarity with vending machine protocols such as MDB (Multi-Drop Bus) & DEX
  • Experience integrating payment systems (cash and cashless)
  • Proficiency with debugging tools (oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, JTAG debuggers)
  • Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with IoT connectivity (Wi-Fi, LTE, Bluetooth) in embedded devices
  • Knowledge of Linux-based embedded systems
  • Familiarity with cloud integration for telemetry and remote management
  • Experience in low-power design and optimization
  • Understanding of cybersecurity best practices for embedded systems

Nice-to-Have Skills

  • Experience with vending machine management systems (VMS)
  • Understanding or familiarity with DEX protocol 
  • Understanding or familiarity with MDB communication protocol 
  • Knowledge of telemetry, remote monitoring, and predictive maintenance

What We Offer

  • Competitive salary and benefits package
  • Opportunity to work on innovative, real-world embedded systems
  • Collaborative engineering environment
  • Career growth and development opportunities

Requirements

 Job Title: C++ Firmware Developer

Location: Maple Heights, Ohio 44137 (In office)  

Employment Type: Full Time

Overview

We are seeking a skilled C++ Firmware Engineer with hands-on experience in embedded systems and a strong understanding of vending machine technologies. This role involves developing, maintaining, and optimizing firmware that powers vending machines, including payment systems, inventory tracking, and hardware integration.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, test, and maintain embedded firmware in C++ for vending machine systems
  • Interface with hardware components such as bill validators, coin mechanisms, card readers, touchscreens, and IoT modules
  • Implement and debug communication protocols (e.g., MDB, UART, SPI, I2C) commonly used in vending environments
  • Collaborate with electrical, mechanical, and software engineers to ensure seamless integration
  • Optimize system performance, memory usage, and power consumption
  • Develop and maintain diagnostic tools and firmware update mechanisms (OTA or wired)
  • Troubleshoot field issues and provide root cause analysis
  • Ensure compliance with industry standards and payment security requirements (e.g., PCI, EMV where applicable)

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
  • 3+ years of experience in embedded firmware development using C++
  • Strong understanding of real-time operating systems (RTOS) or bare-metal systems
  • Experience working with microcontrollers (e.g., ARM Cortex-M, AVR, PIC)
  • Familiarity with vending machine protocols such as MDB (Multi-Drop Bus) & DEX
  • Experience integrating payment systems (cash and cashless)
  • Proficiency with debugging tools (oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, JTAG debuggers)
  • Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with IoT connectivity (Wi-Fi, LTE, Bluetooth) in embedded devices
  • Knowledge of Linux-based embedded systems
  • Familiarity with cloud integration for telemetry and remote management
  • Experience in low-power design and optimization
  • Understanding of cybersecurity best practices for embedded systems

Nice-to-Have Skills

  • Experience with vending machine management systems (VMS)
  • Understanding or familiarity with DEX protocol 
  • Understanding or familiarity with MDB communication protocol 
  • Knowledge of telemetry, remote monitoring, and predictive maintenance

What We Offer

  • Competitive salary and benefits package
  • Opportunity to work on innovative, real-world embedded systems
  • Collaborative engineering environment
  • Career growth and development opportunities