Reston, VA · Remote
$145K - $190K/yr
Senior Firmware Engineer - Remote! Base Salary: $145,000 - $190,000 Location: Remote (US-Based) The ... Design, implement, and optimize efficient, reliable real-time firmware for microcontroller-based ...
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Reston, VA · Remote
$145K - $190K/yr
Senior Firmware Engineer - Remote! Base Salary: $145,000 - $190,000 Location: Remote (US-Based) The ... Design, implement, and optimize efficient, reliable real-time firmware for microcontroller-based ...
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| Aspect | Remote Microcontroller Programmer | Embedded Systems Engineer |
|---|---|---|
| Credentials | Typically requires certifications in programming languages and microcontroller platforms | Requires degrees in electrical engineering or computer science, often with certifications in embedded systems |
| Work Environment | Primarily remote, focused on coding and debugging microcontroller firmware | Often combines remote and on-site work, involving hardware integration and system design |
| Industry Usage | Used in IoT, consumer electronics, and automation industries | Common in automotive, aerospace, and industrial automation sectors |
While both roles involve embedded programming, Remote Microcontroller Programmers focus mainly on firmware development for microcontrollers remotely, whereas Embedded Systems Engineers handle broader system design, hardware integration, and may work on both firmware and hardware aspects in various industries.
$145K - $190K/yr
Full-time
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Base Salary: $145,000 - $190,000
Location: Remote (US-Based)
The Opportunity:
Are you a Senior Firmware Engineer who loves being deeply hands-on but is ready to act as a collaborative technical anchor for an engineering team? We are looking for a senior-level engineer who excels at leading by example through exceptional code contribution rather than administrative people management. If you are a team player who has spent the last year leveraging AI development tools to optimize workflows and want to help accelerate the transition to a sustainable energy future, this is your next move.
Must-Have Qualifications (Quick Screen)
Experience: 5+ years of embedded firmware development and 3+ years of hands-on IoT systems experience.
Core Languages: Mastery of C/C++ for embedded systems and Python for tooling.
Hardware & OS: Deep experience with ARM Cortex-M, STM32, or Microchip platforms, plus hands-on experience with RTOS (FreeRTOS/Zephyr) and embedded Linux systems via Buildroot.
Hardware Interfaces: Ethernet, USB, SPI, I2C, UART, RS-485.
Tools: Git, JTAG, SWD, oscilloscopes, and logic analyzers.
The Intangibles: A collaborative team player with recent, hands-on experience integrating AI coding assistants into their daily development workflow over the last year. Comfortable navigating both new product introduction (NPI) and mature, legacy codebases.
What You Will Do
Hands-on Development: Design, implement, and optimize efficient, reliable real-time firmware for microcontroller-based IoT devices in resource-constrained environments.
Team Collaboration: Act as a collaborative senior presence on the team, working closely with hardware, software, and QA engineers to define interfaces and system architectures.
AI Workflow Integration: Champion the use of modern AI development tools within your daily workflow to accelerate coding, debugging, and testing performance.
IoT Stack Integration: Connect device data into cloud and application layers via MQTT or HTTP/HTTPS, and manage OTA firmware update pipelines.
Test & Debug: Troubleshoot complex firmware and hardware issues using JTAG/SWD, oscilloscopes, and logic analyzers.
Preferred (Plus) Skills
Wireless tech and protocols (Wi-Fi, BLE, Cellular, LoRaWAN, TCP/IP, Modbus).
Embedded GUI development (LVGL, TouchGFX).
Experience with Erlang BEAM, Embedded Elixir, and Nerves.
Background in energy management or building automation systems.
Benefits
Mission-Driven: A rewarding career directly combating climate change.
Growth Industry: Stable, well-funded company in the booming green-tech and utility tech sectors.
Comprehensive Benefits: Competitive pay, full health/wellness coverage, and 401(k).
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