Job Description Job Description Job Summary: We are seeking a highly skilled Embedded Firmware Engineer to design, develop, and optimize low-level software for advanced embedded systems. This role involves working across…
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Embedded Engineer jobs in Denver, CO
Embedded engineers write the software that runs inside devices — from consumer gadgets to cars and medical equipment — working close to the hardware in C and C++ under tight resource limits.
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Job Description Job Description Firmware Engineer Job Title: Firmware Engineer Location: Centennial, CO Compensation: $120... ...will be responsible for architecting, developing, and delivering embedded firmware solution…
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you. We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Software Engineer to join our team supporting the Medusa Program. Responsibilities... ...programming language (e.g., C++, Java). - Experience with embedded software deve…
$135k - $165k
blower for NASA’s Dragonfly mission to Saturn’s moon Titan to engineering critical components for the U.S. Navy’s MK-48 program, BN’s... ...analysis, design, integration, documentation, and troubleshooting of Embedded FP…
$10,420 per month
Job Description Job Description Lead Firmware Software Engineer Who we are: Laser Technology Inc. (LTI) mission is to equip professionals... ...to join our Engineering Team. What you will do: Developing embedded firmware…
FeaturesPricing AboutSupport Back to Talent Hub Embedded Software Engineer II - Embedded Linux CesiumAstro Westminster, Colorado View original posting Current Match Score 0% Needs Work Your resume needs significant work…
$60k - $120k
Salary: $60,000 - 120,000 per year Requirements: We need a BS or MS in Computer Engineering, or a closely related field, plus 5 to 10 years of embedded software development experience. We are looking for strong hands-on…
creating a permanent presence in space, while also driving positive impacts here on Earth. Currently, we are seeking a Staff Embedded Software Engineer to contribute to our mission in a dynamic startup environment. The m…
power, large-scale ground terminals for missile defense to commercial airline and helicopter connectivity solutions. The Embedded Software Engineer II supports the development of embedded software for aerospace communica…
$95k - $150k
Description Job Description We're ALTEN Technology USA, an engineering company helping clients bring groundbreaking ideas to life—from... ...understanding of Microcontroller Hardware ~ Extensive knowledge of embedded pro…
k with 25% company funded 401k based off base pay DPG Solutions is seeking a qualified and experienced RF Systems / Hardware Engineer to support engineering analysis, baseline management, operations and maintenance, syst…
$137k - $180k
creating a permanent presence in space, while also driving positive impacts here on Earth. Currently, we are seeking a Staff Embedded Software Engineer - Middleware to contribute to our mission in a dynamic startup envir…
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What embedded engineers earn in Denver
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $37–$52 | $77k–$108k |
| Mid level | $52–$71 | $108k–$148k |
| Senior | $69–$93 | $143k–$193k |
Adjusted for the Denver market from national ranges.
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What employers ask for
The skills these listings keep naming
C and C++Microcontrollers (ARM Cortex-M)RTOS (FreeRTOS, Zephyr)Hardware protocols (SPI, I2C, UART)Reading schematics and datasheetsDebugging with scopes and JTAGMemory and power constraintsRust or Python (a plus)Version control and CI for firmware
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Interview questions worth rehearsing
With the thing the interviewer is actually listening for
What does the volatile keyword do, and when do you need it?
Explain it prevents the compiler optimizing away reads/writes, with the classic cases: hardware registers and variables shared with ISRs. Precision matters here.
How do you debug a device that crashes intermittently in the field?
Talk about logging within constraints, watchdog data, reproducing environmental conditions, and instrumented builds. Field debugging method is a core competency.
Walk me through what happens from power-on to your main loop running.
Cover reset vector, startup code, memory initialization, and clock configuration. Comfort with the boot path signals genuine low-level experience.
How do you write an interrupt service routine safely?
Keep it short, defer work to the main loop or a task, protect shared data, and avoid blocking calls. Mention the race conditions you are preventing.
How do you handle a memory-constrained target — say 64KB of RAM?
Discuss static allocation, avoiding heap fragmentation, measuring stack usage, and linker-map analysis. Concrete numbers from a past project help.
How do you test firmware?
Unit tests off-target with mocked hardware, hardware-in-the-loop rigs, and on-target integration tests. Acknowledging what is hard to test is part of a good answer.
Tell me about a hardware/software interaction bug you solved.
The best stories involve a scope or logic analyzer and a datasheet detail everyone missed. Show the collaboration with hardware engineers.
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Resume tips that move the needle
For embedded engineers specifically — generic advice costs you here
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Name the microcontroller families, RTOSes, and protocols per project — embedded hiring screens on exact platform matches.
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Describe the products you shipped and their constraints (battery life achieved, memory footprint, certification requirements).
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Include debugging tooling experience — JTAG, oscilloscopes, logic analyzers — as it separates firmware engineers from application developers.
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Mention safety or regulatory work (MISRA, ISO 26262, FDA) if you have it; those doors are hard to open otherwise.
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Personal hardware projects with write-ups carry real weight in this field — link one if it is presentable.
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Where this role goes
Typical progression
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Junior Embedded Engineer
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Embedded Engineer
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Senior Embedded Engineer
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Principal Firmware Engineer
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