New York, NY · Remote
$120K - $200K/yr
Architect and develop embedded firmware for battery-powered wearable devices. * Own core systems ... The team works in person together -- remote or fully distributed arrangements are not available for ...
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New York, NY · Remote
$120K - $200K/yr
Architect and develop embedded firmware for battery-powered wearable devices. * Own core systems ... The team works in person together -- remote or fully distributed arrangements are not available for ...
New York, NY · On-site +1
$153K - $242K/yr
As a Senior Firmware Engineer , you'll design, implement, and maintain embedded firmware features ... Comfort with debugging tools such as GDB JTAG and debugging over serial or remote consoles. * Basic ...
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New York, NY · On-site +1
$153K - $242K/yr
As a Senior Firmware Engineer , you'll design, implement, and maintain embedded firmware features ... Comfort with debugging tools such as GDB JTAG and debugging over serial or remote consoles. * Basic ...
Hoboken, NJ · On-site +1
$119K - $147K/yr
... well as remote sensing applications. Position Summary We are seeking a highly driven and ... The ideal candidate possesses a strong engineering background with experience in embedded systems ...
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Hoboken, NJ · On-site +1
$119K - $147K/yr
... well as remote sensing applications. Position Summary We are seeking a highly driven and ... The ideal candidate possesses a strong engineering background with experience in embedded systems ...
Clifton, NJ · On-site +1
$100 - $120K/hr
... REMOTE WORK Remote work not available TRAVEL Travel not required VISA Candidate visas are not ... with embedded software engineer experience AVOID candidates with dual citizenship, property ...
Clifton, NJ · On-site +1
$100 - $120K/hr
... REMOTE WORK Remote work not available TRAVEL Travel not required VISA Candidate visas are not ... with embedded software engineer experience AVOID candidates with dual citizenship, property ...
Create reusable abstractions for embedded client development * Define patterns that reduce Excelspecific fragility over time * Mentor other engineers working in constrained client environments
Create reusable abstractions for embedded client development * Define patterns that reduce Excelspecific fragility over time * Mentor other engineers working in constrained client environments
New York, NY · Remote
$120K - $140K/yr
Ship a contextual AI copilot that provides real-time guidance to remote operators, compressing new ... Embedded Software & AI: solid firmware development skills and experience deploying ML models on ...
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New York, NY · Remote
$120K - $140K/yr
Ship a contextual AI copilot that provides real-time guidance to remote operators, compressing new ... Embedded Software & AI: solid firmware development skills and experience deploying ML models on ...
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New York, NY · On-site +1
$130K - $150K/yr
... embedded devices and firmware across critical infrastructure is seeking a Controller. PLEASE ONLY ... Remote (U.S.-based) | NYC headquarters - East Coast candidates preferred Compensation: $130K-$150K ...
New York, NY · On-site +1
$130K - $150K/yr
... embedded devices and firmware across critical infrastructure is seeking a Controller. PLEASE ONLY ... Remote (U.S.-based) | NYC headquarters - East Coast candidates preferred Compensation: $130K-$150K ...
Raritan, NJ · On-site +1
The role can be remote-based or located onsite in Danvers, MA or Raritan, NJ. This role will ... firmware rollbacks, code signing, and supply chain integrity validation. * Embedded Security ...
Raritan, NJ · On-site +1
The role can be remote-based or located onsite in Danvers, MA or Raritan, NJ. This role will ... firmware rollbacks, code signing, and supply chain integrity validation. * Embedded Security ...
Raritan, NJ · On-site +1
The role can be remote-based or located onsite in Danvers, MA or Raritan, NJ. This role will ... firmware rollbacks, code signing, and supply chain integrity validation. * Embedded Security ...
Raritan, NJ · On-site +1
The role can be remote-based or located onsite in Danvers, MA or Raritan, NJ. This role will ... firmware rollbacks, code signing, and supply chain integrity validation. * Embedded Security ...
New York, NY · On-site +1
$280K - $350K/yr
We align cross-functional teams-including Engineering, Legal, Compliance, and Design-on key ... As a perk, we also have up to four weeks per year of fully remote work! Responsibilities * Own the ...
New York, NY · On-site +1
$280K - $350K/yr
We align cross-functional teams-including Engineering, Legal, Compliance, and Design-on key ... As a perk, we also have up to four weeks per year of fully remote work! Responsibilities * Own the ...
Jersey City, NJ · Remote
$80 - $150/hr
... embedded into all designs · Perform QA validation and testing to ensure successful production deployment · Collaborate with global engineering, operations, and LOB teams for service transition and ...
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Jersey City, NJ · Remote
$80 - $150/hr
... embedded into all designs · Perform QA validation and testing to ensure successful production deployment · Collaborate with global engineering, operations, and LOB teams for service transition and ...
New York, NY · Remote
$150K - $200K/yr
Remote (UK / New York City / Massachusetts / Florida) · Full-time Compensation: $150,000-$200,000 ... You'll cover 3-4 concurrent customers, many running highly regulated systems with deeply embedded ...
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New York, NY · Remote
$150K - $200K/yr
Remote (UK / New York City / Massachusetts / Florida) · Full-time Compensation: $150,000-$200,000 ... You'll cover 3-4 concurrent customers, many running highly regulated systems with deeply embedded ...
Jersey City, NJ · Remote
$170K - $200K/yr
Lead Flutter Engineer Work Type: Remote (United States) About goTenna: goTenna is the world ... Collaborate with firmware, hardware, QA, and product management teams to define, implement, and ...
Jersey City, NJ · Remote
$170K - $200K/yr
Lead Flutter Engineer Work Type: Remote (United States) About goTenna: goTenna is the world ... Collaborate with firmware, hardware, QA, and product management teams to define, implement, and ...
Jersey City, NJ · Remote
$170K - $200K/yr
Lead Flutter Engineer Work Type: Remote (United States) About goTenna: goTenna is the world ... Collaborate with firmware, hardware, QA, and product management teams to define, implement, and ...
Jersey City, NJ · Remote
$170K - $200K/yr
Lead Flutter Engineer Work Type: Remote (United States) About goTenna: goTenna is the world ... Collaborate with firmware, hardware, QA, and product management teams to define, implement, and ...
New York, NY · On-site +1
$114K - $157K/yr
... through embedded consulting and engineering, enabling clients to accelerate delivery, scale ... We offer unlimited PTO, a flexible remote work policy, and a supportive environment that ...
New York, NY · On-site +1
$114K - $157K/yr
... through embedded consulting and engineering, enabling clients to accelerate delivery, scale ... We offer unlimited PTO, a flexible remote work policy, and a supportive environment that ...
Jersey City, NJ · On-site +1
$59 - $81.25/hr
ServiceNow Developer Location: Remote Duration: 6-12 months Must have skills: Employee Center ... Embedded Apps
Jersey City, NJ · On-site +1
$59 - $81.25/hr
ServiceNow Developer Location: Remote Duration: 6-12 months Must have skills: Employee Center ... Embedded Apps
Hoboken, NJ · On-site +1
$108K - $130K/yr
... well as remote sensing applications. Position Description The Quantum Optical Engineer will ... Collaborations with multi-disciplinary teams (hardware, software, firmware) to refine system ...
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Hoboken, NJ · On-site +1
$108K - $130K/yr
... well as remote sensing applications. Position Description The Quantum Optical Engineer will ... Collaborations with multi-disciplinary teams (hardware, software, firmware) to refine system ...
New York, NY · On-site +1
... remote management of media content. We are in the process of evolving our monolithic server ... Our media players are embedded Linux with a Node.js layer for API integrations. This is a software ...
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New York, NY · On-site +1
... remote management of media content. We are in the process of evolving our monolithic server ... Our media players are embedded Linux with a Node.js layer for API integrations. This is a software ...
New York, NY · On-site +1
Remote Apply Our mission is to automate coding. The first step in our journey is to build the best ... and protections embedded directly in our products. You'll build the tools and features that ...
New York, NY · On-site +1
Remote Apply Our mission is to automate coding. The first step in our journey is to build the best ... and protections embedded directly in our products. You'll build the tools and features that ...
Distinguished Engineer, Full Stack (Remote Eligible) As a Distinguished Engineer at Capital One ... AI embedded in CI/CD and SDLC tooling - test generation, spec validation, code review augmentation
Distinguished Engineer, Full Stack (Remote Eligible) As a Distinguished Engineer at Capital One ... AI embedded in CI/CD and SDLC tooling - test generation, spec validation, code review augmentation
| Aspect | Remote Embedded Firmware Engineer | Remote Software Developer |
|---|---|---|
| Required Credentials | Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related; embedded systems certifications | Bachelor's in Computer Science or related; programming certifications |
| Work Environment | Embedded hardware, microcontrollers, real-time OS | General software development, web or app development |
| Industry Usage | Consumer electronics, automotive, IoT devices | Web, mobile, enterprise applications |
| Search & Comparison Intent | Focus on embedded systems, hardware integration | Focus on software development, platforms |
The main difference is that Remote Embedded Firmware Engineers work primarily with hardware and embedded systems, requiring knowledge of microcontrollers and real-time OS, while Remote Software Developers focus on software applications across various platforms. Both roles require programming skills, but their environments and industry applications differ significantly.
$120K - $200K/yr
Full-time
Posted 17 days ago
Join the core hardware team of a Y Combinator–backed consumer wearable startup as a Senior Firmware Engineer, helping build the firmware powering a next-generation wearable platform. You'll play a foundational role in defining the firmware architecture and taking a category-defining device from prototype all the way through to mass production.
This role sits at the intersection of low-power embedded design, sensor integration, and production engineering — and it matters because the reliability and battery life of the product depend on the work you'll own. You'll be working in-person in New York City alongside a small, fast-moving engineering team.
What You'll DoArchitect and develop embedded firmware for battery-powered wearable devices.
Own core systems for low-power wireless connectivity, sensor processing, and data pipelines.
Design and optimize Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) connectivity for ultra-low-power operation.
Build robust power management systems to maximize battery life.
Develop multi-core embedded data pipelines for real-time sensor acquisition and processing.
Integrate biometric and environmental sensors via SPI, I2C, UART, GPIO, DMA, and interrupts.
Optimize firmware for performance, memory usage, latency, and reliability.
Lead board bring-up, debugging, validation, and manufacturing support.
Collaborate closely with hardware, algorithms, product, and industrial design teams across the full product lifecycle.
Establish firmware best practices, testing frameworks, and CI workflows.
Required
6+ years of embedded firmware engineering experience, with a track record of shipping battery-powered consumer electronics or wearables to production.
Deep expertise in Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) systems and low-power embedded architectures.
Strong proficiency in Embedded C/C++ and RTOS-based systems (e.g., FreeRTOS, Zephyr).
Hands-on experience with ARM Cortex-M microcontrollers and modern debugging tools.
Experience building multi-core embedded data pipelines for real-time sensor acquisition.
Proven power management architecture skills for always-on, low-power embedded systems.
Sensor integration experience using SPI, I2C, UART, GPIO, DMA, and interrupt-driven designs.
Experience with board bring-up, debugging, validation, and manufacturing support.
Nice to Have
Background in sensor fusion, signal processing, or biometric sensing.
Experience with embedded platforms such as Nordic, Qualcomm, Ambiq, or STMicroelectronics.
Familiarity with secure bootloaders, OTA firmware updates, and embedded security practices.
Experience building wearable or health-tech devices.
Comfort moving quickly in a fast-paced, collaborative startup environment.
Salary: $120,000 – $200,000 per year, depending on experience.
Equity participation typical of an early-stage startup.
Visa sponsorship: Not available at this time.
This is a full-time, on-site role based in New York City, NY. The team works in person together — remote or fully distributed arrangements are not available for this position.
