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Socket.dev

Embedded Firmware Engineer

Bristol, RI · On-site

$107K - $147K/yr

Embedded Firmware Engineer Embedded Firmware Engineer (Mid-Level) Company: Vatn Systems Location ... Develop system-level software and services in Go , C , and C++ on embedded Linux boards. * Bring up ...

Vatn Systems

Embedded Firmware Engineer

Bristol, RI · On-site

$107K - $147K/yr

You'll write C and C++ close to the metal, bring up new hardware, and own the low-level software ... our engineering practices * Troubleshoot, debug, and upgrade existing firmware, including on ...

Vatn Systems

Embedded Firmware Engineer

Bristol, RI

$107K - $147K/yr

You'll write C and C++ close to the metal, bring up new hardware, and own the low-level software ... our engineering practices * Troubleshoot, debug, and upgrade existing firmware, including on ...

Geologics

Advanced FPGA/Firmware Engineer

Middletown, RI · On-site

$80 - $85/hr

As a Sr Advanced FPGA/Firmware Engineer for the Torpedo Systems Group, you will work with engineering teams to develop, deliver, and maintain software and firmware products. Additionally, you will be ...

Acara Solutions

Senior Firmware Engineer

Taunton, MA · Hybrid

$74.87/hr

Senior Firmware Engineer Location: Taunton, MA Employment Type: Contract Industry: Defense ... software to create mechanical models and detailed drawings. * Bachelor's degree in Mechanical ...

M9 Solutions

Senior Firmware Engineer

Taunton, MA · On-site

$60K - $180K/yr

... Software Development, and Finance & Accounting. M9 Solutions is seeking a Senior Firmware Engineer ... to work onsite in support of a government contract for a client located in Taunton, MA . An active ...

M9 Solutions

Senior Firmware Engineer

Taunton, MA · On-site

$60K - $180K/yr

... Software Development, and Finance & Accounting. M9 Solutions is seeking a Senior Firmware Engineer ... to work onsite in support of a government contract for a client located in Taunton, MA . An active ...

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As of Sep 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for software firmware developer in Providence, RI is $113,381.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $92,400.00 and $122,200.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

Embedded Firmware Engineer

Bristol, RI • On-site

Socket.dev
Network Security • 1 - 10 employees
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$107K - $147K/yr

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Posted 9 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and maintain firmware in C and C++ for embedded microcontrollers and system software on embedded Linux boards.

  • Bring up new hardware including board bring-up, bootloaders, device drivers, and board support packages.

  • Implement and debug communication between subsystems over interfaces such as UART, SPI, I2C, CAN, and Ethernet.

Job description

Embedded Firmware Engineer Embedded Firmware Engineer (Mid-Level)

Company: Vatn Systems
Location: Bristol, RI
Type: Full-time (Onsite)

About Vatn Systems:

Vatn Systems is an innovative startup at the forefront of designing and manufacturing autonomous underwater vehicles (AUVs). Our mission is to revolutionize underwater security, exploration, research, and operations through cutting-edge technology and unparalleled engineering. Our AUVs are defining the next generation of underwater autonomy.

The Role

We are looking for a talented and motivated Embedded Firmware Engineer to join our growing team. In this role, you will design, develop, and maintain the firmware that runs our AUVs — from bare-metal on embedded microcontrollers to system software on embedded Linux boards. You'll write C, C++, and Go across the stack, bring up new hardware, and own the low-level software that keeps our vehicles running reliably in demanding maritime conditions. The ideal candidate is a proactive engineer who enjoys working close to the metal and thrives at the hardware/software boundary.

What You'll Do
  • Design, build, and maintain efficient, reliable firmware in C and C++ for embedded microcontrollers (bare-metal and RTOS).
  • Develop system-level software and services in Go, C, and C++ on embedded Linux boards.
  • Bring up new hardware: board bring-up, bootloaders, device drivers, and board support packages.
  • Implement and debug communication between subsystems over interfaces such as UART, SPI, I2C, CAN, and Ethernet.
  • Integrate sensors, actuators, and peripherals, and implement real-time control and telemetry paths.
  • Optimize firmware for performance, memory footprint, and power.
  • Collaborate with electrical, mechanical, and autonomy engineers to translate system requirements into robust embedded solutions.
  • Write and maintain unit and integration tests, and support hardware-in-the-loop testing.
  • Participate in code reviews, providing and receiving constructive feedback to improve our engineering practices.
  • Troubleshoot, debug, and upgrade existing firmware, including on-vehicle and field debugging.
What You'll Need Required Qualifications:
  • Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field (or equivalent practical experience).
  • 3-5 years of professional embedded software/firmware development experience.
  • Strong proficiency in C and C++ for embedded microcontrollers (bare-metal and/or RTOS).
  • Hands-on experience developing firmware for STM32 microcontrollers (e.g., STM32CubeMX/HAL, LL drivers, or bare-metal register-level programming).
  • Experience developing on embedded Linux platforms.
  • Solid understanding of hardware/software integration: reading schematics and datasheets, and debugging with oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and JTAG/SWD.
  • Experience with embedded communication protocols (e.g., UART, SPI, I2C, CAN, Ethernet).
  • Familiarity with real-time constraints, interrupts, DMA, and low-level memory management.
  • Experience writing firmware for power-constrained and/or resource-limited systems (battery power budgets, tight memory/timing footprints).
  • Proficiency with version control systems, specifically Git.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
  • United States Citizen or Permanent Resident.
  • Ability to gain a security clearance.
Nice-to-Haves:
  • Experience with cross-compilation, build systems (e.g., CMake, Make, Yocto/Buildroot), and toolchains for embedded targets.
  • Experience developing with Go.
  • Experience with serialization protocols like Protobufs, DDS, etc.
  • Familiarity with robotics middleware or modern robotics frameworks (e.g., ROS 2).
  • Experience with CI/CD pipelines for embedded software and automated hardware testing.
  • Knowledge of containerization and deployment on edge devices.
  • Experience with maritime sensors, underwater acoustics, or subsea systems.
  • Familiarity with functional safety or safety-critical software development practices.
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