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Firmware Software Engineer IV
ApTask Global WorkforceRedmond, WA🇺🇸United StatesPosted 8 Jul 2026
Quick Overview
Salary
$94/hr
Work Type
Hybrid
Level
Mid Senior
Job Description
Aptask Global Workforce (AGW) is seeking a Firmware Software Engineer IV for a contract position with a Leading Technology Firm located in Redmond, WA or Sunnyvale, CA. This is a 12+ month contract opportunity.
The main function of a firmware software engineer is to apply the principles of computer science and mathematical analysis to the design, development, testing, and evaluation of the software and systems that make computers work. A typical firmware software engineer designs, develops and tests operating systems-level software, compilers, and network distribution software for medical, industrial, military, communications, aerospace, business, scientific and general computing applications.
Responsibilities:
Requirements:
Desired skills:
Pay range: up to $94.47 per hour
Only candidates available and ready to work directly as Aptask Global Workforce (AGW) employees will be considered for this position.
If you have the described qualifications and are interested in this exciting opportunity, apply today!
Aptask Global Workforce (AGW)
ApTask Global Workforce (AGW) is a certified Minority and Veteran workforce solutions company. AGW delivers operational, clinical, lab and professional talent with a strong focus on healthcare and life sciences. The company supports clients with reliable staffing, program expertise and a commitment to quality, speed and consistent delivery.
Benefits of working with ApTask Global Workforce include:
Our team stays close to the process and is here to guide you every step of the way. To learn more, please visit our website
ApTask Global Workforce is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.
#DIAGW
The main function of a firmware software engineer is to apply the principles of computer science and mathematical analysis to the design, development, testing, and evaluation of the software and systems that make computers work. A typical firmware software engineer designs, develops and tests operating systems-level software, compilers, and network distribution software for medical, industrial, military, communications, aerospace, business, scientific and general computing applications.
Responsibilities:
- Develop high-quality code using the C and C++ programming languages for embedded environments, with portability to various processors and platforms
- Develop optimized firmware for the Graphics and Display pipelines to support the product use cases
- Work with internal teams and vendors to improve and tailor existing firmware, device drivers, stack and applications to project needs
- Debug issues across the software stack including hardware functionality and develop quick workarounds to time-critical issues and provide long term solutions
- Write new tests and maintain existing tests including unit tests, manual and CI automation
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering or relevant field
- 8+ years of industry experience developing and testing low level firmware for embedded systems
- 8+ years of solid programming skills using C and C++, and experience developing production code and test applications
- Expert knowledge of the full software development lifecycle: from business/systems analysis, through requirements gathering and functional specification authoring, to development, testing and delivery
- Experience with CI/CD development tools and processes
- Scripting skills using Python or other languages for developing simple utilities and test automation
- Experience with RTOS and developing multi-threaded applications
- Expert problem-solving skills to troubleshoot issues and make system changes as needed to resolve issues
- Expert ability to work independently and manage one's time
- Strong verbal, written communication skills and interpersonal skills
Desired skills:
- Knowledge of AR/VR technologies and/or basic understanding of Graphics and Display systems is a plus
Pay range: up to $94.47 per hour
Only candidates available and ready to work directly as Aptask Global Workforce (AGW) employees will be considered for this position.
If you have the described qualifications and are interested in this exciting opportunity, apply today!
Aptask Global Workforce (AGW)
ApTask Global Workforce (AGW) is a certified Minority and Veteran workforce solutions company. AGW delivers operational, clinical, lab and professional talent with a strong focus on healthcare and life sciences. The company supports clients with reliable staffing, program expertise and a commitment to quality, speed and consistent delivery.
Benefits of working with ApTask Global Workforce include:
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Sick Pay (for applicable states/municipalities)
Our team stays close to the process and is here to guide you every step of the way. To learn more, please visit our website
ApTask Global Workforce is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.
#DIAGW
Skills
AR/VR
Embedded Systems
C++
Python
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