Firmware Engineer

Motion Recruitment; Meriden (CT); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

A leading technology recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Firmware Engineer to work on high-impact projects involving embedded systems and firmware development. The role includes collaboration with hardware and software engineers to debug and support critical instrumentation systems. Candidates should have over 6 years of experience in embedded firmware development and proficiency in C/C++. This position offers onsite training followed by hybrid work flexibility.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in embedded firmware development.
• Participate in product architecture, design, and lifecycle support.
• Debug system-level issues and collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop and support firmware and embedded software for microcontroller-based systems.
• Debug and troubleshoot complex system-level issues.
• Support manufacturing and system development via scripting and test tools.

Skills

C/C++ proficiency

Embedded firmware development

Low-level debugging

Familiarity with communication protocols

Strong communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related

Tools

Git

Oscilloscopes

Logic analyzers

Embedded Linux (Yocto a plus)

Job description

We’re looking for an experienced Firmware Engineer ready to take on high-impact projects in a cutting-edge product development environment. If you enjoy working with embedded systems, real-time operating systems, and low-level hardware interfaces, and you're ready to dive into both new and legacy technology this opportunity could be a perfect fit.

You'll be joining a collaborative and fast-moving team that works on a portfolio of mission-critical instrumentation systems used across industries. You’ll work closely with software and hardware engineers to develop, debug, and support embedded firmware and drivers in C/C++.

Now Hiring: Firmware Engineer | Contract-to-Hire

Location: Meriden, CT (Onsite training for 3–4 weeks, then Hybrid/Remote Flexibility)

Please Note: This opportunity is open to candidates eligible to work on a W2 basis only; C2C and third-party submissions will not be considered in alignment with client compliance requirements.

• Develop and support firmware and embedded software for microcontroller-based systems.
• Participate in product architecture, design, and lifecycle support.
• Debug and troubleshoot complex system-level issues.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with hardware and software teams.
• Work with RTOS (preferably FreeRTOS), interfaces like SPI, I2C, USB, and UART.
• Support manufacturing and system development via scripting, test tools, and documentation.

What We’re Looking For:

• Bachelor’s in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related.
• 6+ years of experience in embedded firmware development.
• Strong proficiency in C/C++, microcontrollers, and low-level debugging.
• Familiarity with schematics, FPGAs, and communication protocols.
• Experience with Git, oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and embedded Linux (Yocto a plus).
• Strong communication skills and ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Industries

  Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing and Defense and Space Manufacturing

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