> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/4267811-firmware-engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/4267811-firmware-engineer). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Firmware Engineer - **Company:** BRAD'S ENGINE SOLUTIONS - **Location:** Boston, MA, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), C++ (Programming Language), Computer Engineering, Device Drivers, Linux on Embedded Systems, Ethernet, Firmware, Hardware Interface Design, Inter-Process Communication, Joint Test Action (IEEE Standards), Network Service, Object-Oriented Software Development, Posix, Systems Development Life Cycle, Real-Time Operating Systems, Multithreading, Real Time Systems, Information Technology, Hardware Debugging - **Published:** October 11, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.juju.com/job/1_bradycorporation-5001212245400 ## About the Role What You Will Need To Be Successful: + Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field. + Minimum of two (2) years of relevant professional experience developing real-time embedded systems in C and C++. + Experience developing multithreaded firmware utilizing Real-Time Operating Systems (RTOS) or POSIX interprocess communication (IPC) frameworks. + Practical experience in application, kernel support, and driver development under Embedded Linux environments. + Hands-on familiarity using hardware debugging tools such as oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and JTAG emulators. + Knowledge of industrial networking integration, specifically EtherNet/IP, Profinet, and IIoT frameworks. ## Description What We Need: Brady Engraving Solutions is seeking a talented, motivated, and passionate Firmware Engineer to join our team! In this role, you will design, develop, and maintain high-performance embedded systems for our next-generation laser marking and engraving product lines. This position focuses on full-stack embedded development for integrated system controllers, which combine smart scan control, interface hardware, and real-time processing. You will own low-level CPU firmware execution, custom Embedded Linux system development, and driver integration. This is an onsite role based in our Acton, MA or Cranberry Township, PA office. What You'll Be Doing: + Design, develop, and test real-time firmware for network-ready CPU platforms and controller boards using C and C++. + Build, customize, and maintain embedded Linux kernels, custom device drivers, and system-level software to interface with Ethernet-based smart hardware. + Collaborate with hardware engineering teams to bring up prototype boards and integrate network communication protocols, including EtherNet/IP, Profinet, and Industry 4.0 IoT standards. + Support and expand the firmware backing the API to allow seamless remote equipment control and automation. + Contribute actively to core firmware architecture, hardware-software partitioning, and object-oriented software design decisions.