Embedded Firmware Developer (Columbus)
Toptal, Columbus, IN, United States
Firmware Development Engineer (Embedded Linux) – Hybrid
Location:
Columbus, Indiana (Hybrid)
✈️
Travel:
Required – 1 full week per month OR 2 full weeks every other month (all expenses covered: hotel, car rental, airfare, meals)
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced
Firmware Development Engineer
with strong expertise in
Embedded Linux platforms
to join our team. This role involves designing, developing, and maintaining firmware solutions for embedded systems, with a focus on performance, reliability, and scalability.
Key Responsibilities
Design firmware solutions and provide accurate development effort estimates
Create, customize, and maintain Linux images for embedded platforms
Develop and maintain firmware on Embedded Linux systems
Integrate and manage Open Source Software (OSS) components
Manage repository branches and oversee integration processes
Build, optimize, and maintain CI/CD pipelines to streamline development workflows
Develop firmware using
C++
and
Python
Perform hands-on troubleshooting and testing (bench and field)
Implement and maintain core system functionalities, including:
Non-volatile data storage and databases
Inter-process communication mechanisms
Ensure firmware aligns with cybersecurity requirements
Implement and maintain static analysis tools
Required Qualifications
7+ years of experience as a Firmware Development Engineer
Strong experience with Embedded Linux platforms (Yocto, Buildroot, OpenWRT)
Proven experience developing firmware on Linux-based embedded systems
Hands-on experience with CI/CD tools (e.g., Azure DevOps, Jenkins)
Experience managing code repositories, branching strategies, and integrations
Solid experience integrating and maintaining OSS components
Proficiency in
C++
and
Python
Experience with firmware release management
Strong troubleshooting skills for embedded systems
Experience with non-volatile data storage in embedded environments
Exposure to firmware projects with cybersecurity requirements
Highly organized and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
What We Offer
Hybrid work flexibility
Fully covered travel expenses
Opportunity to work on cutting-edge embedded systems
Collaborative and dynamic work environment
If you're passionate about embedded systems and firmware development, and enjoy solving complex technical challenges, we encourage you to apply.
Location:
Columbus, Indiana (Hybrid)
✈️
Travel:
Required – 1 full week per month OR 2 full weeks every other month (all expenses covered: hotel, car rental, airfare, meals)
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced
Firmware Development Engineer
with strong expertise in
Embedded Linux platforms
to join our team. This role involves designing, developing, and maintaining firmware solutions for embedded systems, with a focus on performance, reliability, and scalability.
Key Responsibilities
Design firmware solutions and provide accurate development effort estimates
Create, customize, and maintain Linux images for embedded platforms
Develop and maintain firmware on Embedded Linux systems
Integrate and manage Open Source Software (OSS) components
Manage repository branches and oversee integration processes
Build, optimize, and maintain CI/CD pipelines to streamline development workflows
Develop firmware using
C++
and
Python
Perform hands-on troubleshooting and testing (bench and field)
Implement and maintain core system functionalities, including:
Non-volatile data storage and databases
Inter-process communication mechanisms
Ensure firmware aligns with cybersecurity requirements
Implement and maintain static analysis tools
Required Qualifications
7+ years of experience as a Firmware Development Engineer
Strong experience with Embedded Linux platforms (Yocto, Buildroot, OpenWRT)
Proven experience developing firmware on Linux-based embedded systems
Hands-on experience with CI/CD tools (e.g., Azure DevOps, Jenkins)
Experience managing code repositories, branching strategies, and integrations
Solid experience integrating and maintaining OSS components
Proficiency in
C++
and
Python
Experience with firmware release management
Strong troubleshooting skills for embedded systems
Experience with non-volatile data storage in embedded environments
Exposure to firmware projects with cybersecurity requirements
Highly organized and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
What We Offer
Hybrid work flexibility
Fully covered travel expenses
Opportunity to work on cutting-edge embedded systems
Collaborative and dynamic work environment
If you're passionate about embedded systems and firmware development, and enjoy solving complex technical challenges, we encourage you to apply.