Firmware Software Engineer
Listed on 2026-05-17
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Software Development
Software Engineer, Embedded Software Engineer, DevOps, C++ Developer
Payrate:
$89.00 - $94.00/hr.
Summary:The main function of a firmware software engineer is to apply the principles of computer science and mathematical analysis to the design, development, testing, and evaluation of the software and systems that make computers work. A typical firmware software engineer designs, develops and tests operating systems‑level software, compilers, and network distribution software for medical, industrial, military, communications, aerospace, business, scientific and general computing applications.
Job Responsibilities:- Develop high quality code using the C and C++ programming languages for embedded environments, with portability to various processors and platforms
- Develop optimized firmware for the Graphics and Display pipelines to support the product use cases
- Work with internal teams and vendors to improve and tailor existing firmware, device drivers, stack and applications to project needs
- Debug issues across the software stack including hardware functionality and develop quick workarounds to time‑critical issues and provide long term solutions
- Writing new tests and maintaining existing tests including unit tests, manual and CI automation
- Expert knowledge of the full software development lifecycle: from business/systems analysis, through requirements gathering and functional specification authoring, to development, testing and delivery.
- Experience with CI/CD development tools and processes. Scripting skills using Python or other languages for developing simple utilities and test automation. Knowledge of AR/VR technologies and/or basic understanding of Graphics and Display systems is a plus.
- Experience with RTOS and developing multi‑threaded applications. Expert knowledge of the full software development lifecycle
- Expert problem solving skills to troubleshoot issues and make system changes as needed to resolve issues.
- Expert ability to work independently and manage one’s time.
- Strong verbal, written communication skills and interpersonal skills.
Experience:
- 8+ years of industry experience developing and testing low level firmware for embedded systems. 10+ years of solid programming skills using C and C++, and experience developing production code and test applications
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering or relevant field required.
The typical base pay for this role across the U.S. is: $89.00 - $94.00/hr. Non‑exempt positions are eligible for overtime at a rate of 1.5 times the base hourly rate for all hours worked in excess of 40 in a work week, or as required by state or local law. Final offer amounts, within the base pay set forth above, are determined by factors including your relevant skills, education and experience.
Full‑time employees are eligible to select from different benefits packages. Packages may include medical, dental, and vision benefits, health savings accounts with qualified medical plan enrollment, 10 paid days off, 3 days paid bereavement leave, 401(k) plan participation with employer match, life and disability insurance, commuter benefits, dependent care flexible spending account, accident insurance, critical illness insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, accommodations and reimbursement for work travel, and discretionary performance or recognition bonus.
Sick leave and mobile phone reimbursement provided based on state or local law.
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