Firmware Engineer

Insight Global; Cary (NC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Insight Global is seeking a Firmware Engineer to support embedded firmware and software development across ARM processors, microcontrollers, and x86-based systems.

You will participate in the full product lifecycle from concept through prototype validation, manufacturing support, and production release, collaborating with hardware, software, and product teams to meet demanding customer requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CS, software, EE or related field.
• Minimum 2 years firmware or embedded software development experience.
• Strong C and Assembly programming skills.
• Experience with ARM-based processors, SoCs, or microcontrollers.
• Hands-on debugging with JTAG, logic analyzers, or similar tools.
• Experience with Linux and embedded software development.
• Familiarity with Git.
• Ability to read schematics and support HW/SW integration.
• Strong problem-solving in cross-functional teams.
• Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain embedded firmware and software for ARM SoCs and microcontroller-based platforms.
• Design, port, and support Linux device drivers for ARM-based products.
• Support custom x86 UEFI/BIOS development and modifications.
• Collaborate with hardware, software, manufacturing, and product teams to define firmware requirements.
• Assist in prototype builds, testing, and validation activities.
• Troubleshoot and resolve firmware, driver, and hardware integration issues.
• Work closely with third‑party vendors and external engineering partners on firmware development projects.
• Support product certification efforts through technical documentation review and issue resolution.
• Investigate, track, and prioritize firmware‑related defects and customer‑reported issues.
• Create and maintain technical documentation related to firmware development and validation.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives for engineering and development processes.
• Ensure firmware solutions meet customer requirements and provide a positive end‑user experience.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

JTAG debuggers

Logic analyzers

Git

Job description

Insight Global is seeking a Firmware Engineer to support the development and lifecycle management of innovative industrial computing products. This role will focus on embedded firmware and software development across ARM processors, microcontrollers, and x86-based systems. The ideal candidate will be involved throughout the entire product lifecycle, from concept and design through prototype validation, manufacturing support, and production release.

This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer who enjoys working at the intersection of hardware and software in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain embedded firmware and software for ARM SoCs and microcontroller-based platforms.
• Design, port, and support Linux device drivers for ARM-based products.
• Support custom x86 UEFI/BIOS development and modifications.
• Collaborate with hardware, software, manufacturing, and product teams to define and implement firmware requirements.
• Assist in prototype builds, testing, and validation activities.
• Troubleshoot and resolve firmware, driver, and hardware integration issues.
• Work closely with third‑party vendors and external engineering partners on firmware development projects.
• Support product certification efforts through technical documentation review and issue resolution.
• Investigate, track, and prioritize firmware‑related defects and customer‑reported issues.
• Create and maintain technical documentation related to firmware development and validation.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives for engineering and development processes.
• Ensure firmware solutions meet customer requirements and provide a positive end‑user experience.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• Minimum of 2 years of firmware or embedded software development experience.
• Strong programming experience with C and Assembly language.
• Experience developing firmware for ARM‑based processors, SoCs, or microcontrollers.
• Hands‑on experience debugging embedded systems using JTAG debuggers, logic analyzers, or similar tools.
• Experience with Linux operating systems and embedded software development.
• Familiarity with version control systems, such as Git.
• Ability to read and understand electrical schematics and support hardware/software integration.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and ability to work effectively in a cross‑functional engineering environment.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.