Senior Embedded Firmware Engineer
Location
San Mateo, CA
Level
Senior-Level
Department
Consumer Electronics
Type
Salary
$210,000 - $315,000
Job Description
Posted on:
2026-05-15
Responsibilities
- Own firmware architecture and design for embedded devices from concept through production.
- Drive end-to-end firmware execution including development, integration, validation, and release.
- Lead and mentor firmware engineers while remaining hands-on.
- Develop and define communication protocols for peripheral functionality.
- Design and implement low-latency RF/wireless communication protocols for embedded systems.
- Collaborate with hardware, software, and UX teams to define and deliver product requirements.
- Troubleshoot complex system-level issues across hardware, firmware, and RF domains.
Job Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
- 8 years of experience in embedded firmware development.
- Strong embedded firmware development experience in C/C++.
- Deep understanding of low-latency embedded systems and communication protocol design.
- Proven ability to lead firmware efforts across teams and partners.
- Experience with ARM microcontrollers and low-power system design.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
