Senior Firmware Engineer

Job Title: Senior Firmware EngineerJob Description

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Firmware Engineer to support the development of next-generation embedded systems and products. This role is ideal for a hands-on engineer with deep expertise in firmware development, RTOS environments, bare-metal microprocessor programming, and modern C++ development. The successful candidate will play a key role in designing, developing, and maintaining embedded software solutions for both existing and new product platforms. This position offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge embedded technologies while influencing the architecture and direction of future products. Engineers who actively pursue embedded systems, electronics, robotics, maker projects, or firmware development as a hobby are highly encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, debug, and maintain embedded firmware for microprocessor-based systems.

• Develop software in C++ for new product development efforts.

• Support and maintain existing firmware platforms written in C.

• Create firmware solutions utilizing Zephyr OS, RTOS environments, and bare-metal architectures.

• Develop low-level drivers, hardware interfaces, and board support packages.

• Interface closely with hardware, electrical, systems, and test engineering teams throughout the product lifecycle.

• Participate in firmware architecture, design reviews, and code reviews.

• Troubleshoot and resolve complex embedded hardware/software integration issues.

• Optimize firmware performance, reliability, and maintainability.

• Develop and execute unit tests, integration tests, and hardware validation activities.

• Support product bring-up, debugging, and deployment activities.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical field.

• 7+ years of embedded firmware development experience.

• Strong proficiency in C and C++, with an emphasis on modern C++ development.

• Experience developing firmware in Zephyr OS or other real-time operating systems (RTOS).

• Strong understanding of bare-metal microcontroller and microprocessor development.

• Experience developing low-level embedded software, device drivers, and hardware interfaces.

• Experience using debugging tools such as oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and JTAG debuggers.

• Strong knowledge of embedded system architecture and real-time system design.

• Experience with source control tools such as Git.

• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced engineering environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with Linux-based embedded systems.

• Experience developing firmware for connected devices, sensors, communications systems, or industrial products.

• Familiarity with embedded networking protocols and communication interfaces.

• Experience with ARM-based processors and microcontrollers.

• Knowledge of hardware schematics and board-level troubleshooting.

• Experience working in an Agile development environment.

• Demonstrated personal passion for embedded systems through hobby projects, home labs, robotics, maker activities, or open-source contributions.

Work Environment

The work environment is dynamic and fast-paced, offering opportunities to work with cutting-edge embedded technologies. Collaboration with diverse engineering teams is key, and the role may require interaction with various technical tools and equipment, such as oscilloscopes and logic analyzers. The attire is typically casual, reflecting a focus on productivity and innovation.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Orlando, FL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $72.00 - $79.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: - Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Orlando,FL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 10, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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