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New Grad Hardware Engineer Jobs in Rochester, NY

Principal Software Engineer

Victor, NY · On-site

$129.40K - $173.50K/yr

Collaborate with RF/hardware engineers and cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration ... Fully paid parental leave for all new parents * Generous PTO * Life and disability insurance ...

Principal Software Engineer

Victor, NY · On-site

$129.40K - $173.50K/yr

Collaborate with RF/hardware engineers and cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration ... Work Location Victory, NY Work Environment This job operates in an office setting Travel None

Electrical Hardware Manager

Rochester, NY · On-site

$120K - $160K/yr

Electrical hardware management of one or more products in the multi-channel radio portfolio as well ... Experience with new product development in an electrical engineering capacity (RF, Digital, PWBA ...

FPGA Engineer ( Rochester, NY )

Rochester, NY · On-site

$128.30K - $164.80K/yr

FPGA Engineer Salary plus benefits Onsite Only - Rochester is located in Upstate New York on Lake ... on hardware · Experience with FPGA Vendor Specific FPGA Implementation tools (Vivado/Quartus ...

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How much do new grad hardware engineer jobs pay per year?

As of May 28, 2026, the average yearly pay for new grad hardware engineer in Rochester, NY is $144,281.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $121,900.00 and $160,800.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between New Grad Hardware Engineer vs Hardware Design Engineer?

AspectNew Grad Hardware EngineerHardware Design Engineer
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related fieldBachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
Work EnvironmentEntry-level, team-based hardware developmentDesign-focused, often in R&D or product development teams
Employer & Industry UsageTech companies, semiconductor firms, consumer electronicsElectronics manufacturers, semiconductor companies, aerospace

New Grad Hardware Engineers typically start with foundational skills and assist in hardware development projects, while Hardware Design Engineers focus on creating detailed hardware schematics and specifications. Both roles require similar educational backgrounds, but the Design Engineer role often involves more specialized design tasks and experience.

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Embedded/Firmware Engineer - Senior Level

Embedded/Firmware Engineer - Senior Level

Vanteon Corporation

Pittsford, NY • On-site

$100K - $120K/yr

Full-time

Posted 21 days ago


Job description

Job Summary

Vanteon is seeking applicants for senior-level embedded software roles, including as Principal Embedded Engineer and Senior Principal Embedded Engineer. The specific level will be dependent on the applicant's level of experience. The position will design and develop Petalinux Board Support Package and MAC layer communications firmware for custom hardware. Specific platforms would include the Xilinx Zynq ARM and ADI ADRV900X Transceiver platforms.

Duties/Responsibilities

The following is a list of expected duties to be involved in this position, this is not fully inclusive, and management may assign other duties:

  • Analyze system for identification of use cases and development of System Requirement Specifications.
  • Design and implement embedded software, device drivers, and board support packages.
  • Investigate and propose project-related technologies to meet requirements.
  • Create technical documentation including Software Requirements Specifications, Design Documents, Test Summary Reports, and development notes.
  • Collaborate with hardware engineers for design and integration efforts.
  • Define and execute engineering verification and acceptance criteria tests.
Required Skills & Knowledge
  • Experience in real-time embedded systems software development for Linux, RTOSs, MAC sublayer, multi-threaded programming, distributed design, device drivers, hardware diagnostics, BIOS, interrupt handling and boot loader development.
  • BSP creation and new hardware bring-up for bare-metal, RTOS, and Linux platforms
  • Proficiency with C, C++ and ability to work with assembly level for embedded microprocessors and/or DSPs
  • Advanced object-oriented design approaches to reusable software systems design
  • Experience using embedded tools such as compilers, debuggers, ICE, Emulators
  • Make and version control systems experience
  • Interface hardware/software design experience
  • Proven track record of successful product completion and deployment
  • Excellent analytical and communication skills
  • Highly motivated, well organized self-starter
Desired Skills
  • Xilinx Petalinux bring-up, customization, and Zynq hardware integration
  • ADI ADRV9002 configuration and control
  • OpenAmp
  • Linux Yocto build recipes
  • Linux kernel and application software development
  • Linux Ethernet driver stack configuration and routing (OpenWRT, etc.)
  • Linux virtual machine & docker container development
  • SE Linux
  • Linux IMA
  • TPM integration
Education and Experience
  • BS EE/CE/CS/SE
  • 5+ years' experience in embedded systems software
Other Requirements
  • Training and regular duties require a physical office presence. Although Vanteon will comply with all NYS/Federal requirements related to COVID-19, candidates will be expected to work on-site.
  • Although minimal, some circumstances may require a weekly commitment above 40 hours or hours outside of regular business hours.
  • Please note that all offers for hire are contingent on passing e-verify, background, and drug screenings. In addition, you must be able to work with ITAR and CUI data.
Physical Requirements
  • Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
  • Be able to perform low to moderately strenuous physical activities requiring standing, walking, and reaching.
  • Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

The physical demands described above represent those that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Compensation Range

Although a candidate's specific compensation will depend highly on their specific skills and experience, the anticipated compensation range for this position is $100,000 to $120,000, plus a competitive benefits package.


Due to contractual requirements, if hired you will be required to pass both a background and drug screening.


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About Vanteon

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Industry

Wireless telecommunications carriers

Company size

201 - 500 Employees

Headquarters location

Fairport, NY, US

Year founded

1985