Firmware Engineer

Senior Firmware EngineerAt i3 Product Development, we are a place for people who love to build, learn, and stay curious, especially when the problems are complex. As a Senior Firmware Engineer, you will be part of a high-performing team of designers, engineers, and problem solvers working together under one roof to turn ideas into real, functioning products.Our projects span the medical, agricultural, industrial, consumer, health and wellness, and on- and off-road recreation industries, so the technical challenges are always evolving. One month, you might be architecting firmware for a connected embedded platform. Next, you could be optimizing performance and power consumption on a resource-constrained device. With more than 100 projects each year, the work is varied, hands-on, and deeply collaborative.About the RoleThis role is ideal for engineers who enjoy technical depth, systems thinking, and cross-functional collaboration. As a senior engineer, you will shape and own firmware architecture, influence key hardware decisions, mentor teammates, and contribute from early concept through product launch. You will strengthen our architectural foundations and establish high engineering standards that scale with the growth and complexity of our projects.We support our team with strong benefits, including a zero-deductible health plan, meaningful retirement match, and employee ownership, so you can focus on doing great work and growing your career.What You Will DoDesign and develop firmware for embedded products from concept through productionWrite and maintain high-quality C and C++ codeDevelop control algorithms and communication interfacesCollaborate closely with electrical engineers on hardware selection, board bring-up, testing, and debuggingSupport system integration and product validation effortsOwn and evolve firmware architecture and technical directionLead and drive design reviews and cross-functional technical discussionsMentor engineers and actively elevate team capabilityContinuously build your skills through varied project work and shared learningQualificationsBachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related disciplineSeven or more years of professional experience in embedded firmware development, including experience owning complex systemsDeep proficiency in C and C++Experience developing for 32-bit microcontrollers and Single Board Computer platformsExperience developing in embedded Linux environmentsExperience using compilers, debuggers, and embedded development toolsWorking knowledge of Real Time Operating SystemsComfort using lab equipment such as oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and digital multimetersStrong collaboration skills and a practical understanding of electrical engineering fundamentalsExperience leading architectural decisions across multiple firmware projectsExperience establishing or improving engineering standards and development processesStrong design documentation and technical communication skillsTrack record of mentoring engineers and raising overall team capabilityNice to HaveExperience with additional programming languages such as C#, Python, or JavaExperience with communication protocols such as Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, CAN, TCP/IP, SPI, or I2CFamiliarity with tools such as WiresharkIn-depth knowledge of Linux internals, including bootloaders, file systems, and kernel conceptsExperience with build systems such as Yocto or BuildrootExperience in regulated industries such as medicalWhy i3At i3, Firmware Engineers do not work in isolation. You will collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams, see your code move from prototype to production, and help shape products that make a real impact. We value curiosity, accountability, and engineers who care about both technical excellence and team success.BenefitsHealth insurance with a zero-dollar deductible and employee premiums as low as nine dollars per pay periodDental and vision coverage401(k) with a dollar-for-dollar match up to six percentEmployee Stock Purchase ProgramCompany paid short- and long-term disability insuranceCompany paid life insurance at two times your annual salaryFlexible Spending Accounts and Health Savings AccountsPaid time off plus nine paid holidaysEmergency Assistance FundCharitable Match Program