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# Firmware Engineer

- **Company:** Insight Global
- **Location:** Sunnyvale, CA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $176,800.0 - $187,200.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** ARM Architecture, Bluetooth, Computer Programming, Computer Engineering, Software Debugging, Programming Tools, Device Drivers, Embedded Software, Firmware, Hardware Design, Real-Time Operating Systems, Software Requirements Analysis, Universal Asynchronous Receiver/Transmitter, Data Server Interface, PIC Microcontroller, Real Time Systems, Peripherals, Information Technology, Zigbee
- **Published:** October 12, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.juju.com/job/1_insightglobal-e4775795

## About the Role

Pay rate: $85-90/hr Skills and Requirements Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field.
Experience with MCUs (preferably Nordic) and STM32 microcontrollers.
Proficiency in C/C++ programming.
Experience with peripherals (USB, SPI, MIPI CSI/DSI, I2C, UART, GPIO).
Proven track record in producing production-quality, fail-safe firmware for low-power real-time systems.
Knowledge of ARM Cortex M0/M3/M4 architecture, boot mechanisms, and interrupt priorities.
Skills in low-level debugging and driver development.
Experience with consumer electronics.
Familiarity with embedded systems development tools and environments.
Strong problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills.
Knowledge of real-time operating systems (RTOS) or Zephyr Experience with wireless communication protocols (e.g., Bluetooth, Zigbee).
Understanding of hardware design and schematics.
We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day.
We are an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters.
Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances.

## Description

The main function of a firmware software engineer is to apply the principles of computer science and mathematical analysis to the design, development, testing, and evaluation of the software and systems that make computers work.
A typical firmware software engineer researches, designs, develops and tests embedded software working with other Firmware engineers as well as engineers from other disciplines.
Job Responsibilities: Design, develop, and maintain embedded systems and firmware.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define system requirements and specifications.
Perform debugging, testing, and validation of embedded systems.
Develop and maintain documentation for system designs and implementations.