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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Lead Firmware Engineer - **Company:** Career Professionals, Inc. - **Location:** Zeeland, MI, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Board Bringup, Agile Methodology, JIRA, Unit Testing, Microsoft Azure, Bluetooth Low Energy (Bluetooth), C++ (Programming Language), Software Quality, Code Review, Computer Engineering, Software Debugging, Linux, Embedded Software, Firmware, Iterative and Incremental Development, Microsoft Office, Real-Time Operating Systems, Signal Processing, Software Licensing Audit, Software Engineering, Software Requirements Analysis, Systems Architecture, System on a Chip, Systems Integration, Wi-Fi Technology, Git, Information Technology, Wireless Technologies, Bitbucket, Jenkins - **Published:** August 26, 2026 - **Apply:** https://cpisearch.com/job/?67f0bd20-8014-41c7-b1e9-302442541d8d/detail#!/67f0bd20-8014-41c7-b1e9-302442541d8d/detail ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field. * 6+ years of experience in embedded software/firmware development across the full product lifecycle. * 2+ years of experience in a technical leadership, mentoring, or team lead capacity. * Strong proficiency in C and C++, with experience in low-level or embedded programming. * Hands-on experience with real-time operating systems (RTOS). * In-depth understanding of embedded systems, hardware/software interaction, and system architecture. * Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to manage complex and competing priorities. * Effective communication and collaboration skills. * Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite. * Preferred Experience: + Experience with Linux-based embedded systems. + Background in video, audio, signal processing, or compression technologies. + Experience with camera systems and image signal processing (ISP). + Familiarity with wireless technologies such as Wi-Fi and Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE). + Experience using development and CI/CD tools such as Git, Bitbucket, Jenkins, JIRA, or Azure DevOps. + Exposure to Agile or iterative development methodologies. MANAGEMENT BUSINESS SOLUTIONS IS AN EQUAL-OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER ## Description SUMMARY: Management Business Solutions is seeking a Lead Firmware Engineer for a confidential client in the West Michigan region. This role is responsible for leading embedded firmware development efforts while guiding a team of engineers through the full software development lifecycle. The Lead Firmware Engineer will drive architecture, design, development, and validation of firmware that interfaces directly with advanced electronic systems, including sensors, cameras, and system-on-chip platforms, ensuring high performance, reliability, and successful product integration., * Lead end-to-end firmware development activities, including requirements definition, architecture, design, development, integration, and validation. * Design and implement embedded firmware for complex hardware platforms, including processors, sensors, cameras, and peripheral devices. * Support hardware bring-up and low-level driver development for new chipsets and system components. * Facilitate and lead code reviews, technical design discussions, and project planning activities. * Collaborate cross-functionally with hardware, mechanical, systems, and product engineering teams to ensure seamless hardware/software integration. * Drive software quality through structured testing, debugging, and validation processes, including unit and integration testing. * Promote and implement improvements in development processes, tools, and software compliance practices. * Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and performance feedback to engineering team members. * Participate in product launch efforts and support successful delivery of production-ready systems. * Stay informed on industry advancements and apply best practices to continuously improve team performance and product quality. * Ensure adherence to company standards, policies, and safety requirements. ## Related Videos - [How a Small Team Shrank a Microsoft Monorepo by 94%](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1236-how-a-small-team-shrank-a-microsoft-monorepo-by-94) - [Improving quality with Agentic AI with Rovo Dev and Xray](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2005-improving-quality-with-agentic-ai-with-rovo-dev-and-xray) - [Docker network without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1418-docker-network-without-docker) - [More efficient software for more efficient microchips](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1164-more-efficient-software-for-more-efficient-microchips) - [Git for Code Reviews](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/429-git-for-code-reviews) - [Engineering/Manager Pendulum: Generating compound interest on your career](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100348-engineering-manager-pendulum-generating-compound-interest-on-your-career) ## Related Articles - [Where to Find Entry-Level Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/397-where-to-find-entry-level-software-engineering-jobs) - [What’s the Difference between a Junior, Mid, and Senior Developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/238-what-s-the-difference-between-a-junior-mid-and-senior-developer) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [Where To Find Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/396-where-to-find-software-engineering-jobs) - [What is Software Engineering?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/289-what-is-software-engineering) - [Is Software Engineering Hard?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/448-is-software-engineering-hard)