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Lead Firmware Engineer

Location: Remote
Compensation: Salary
Reviewed: Mon, Sep 21, 2026
This job expires in: 30 days

Job Summary

Developing firmware for low-power embedded microcontrollers, the full-time Lead Firmware Engineer will design and implement system architecture, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and manage development efforts with vendors and partners.

Key responsibilities
  • Design and develop firmware and embedded system architecture for ARM-based MCUs
  • Collaborate with engineering teams to create high-performance, secure, and reliable systems
  • Establish and manage performance metrics including code size, power consumption, and latency
Required qualifications
  • 8+ years of experience developing firmware for embedded microcontrollers
  • Deep knowledge of radio stacks (BT, BLE, Wi-Fi) and ARM MCU architecture
  • Proficient in FreeRTOS or Zephyr, Embedded C, C++, and unit test frameworks
  • Experience working in large multi-developer codebases
  • Ability to collaborate in a psychologically safe team environment

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