Embedded Firmware Engineer III

Job overview

The Embedded Firmware Engineer III role is onsite in Webster, TX, with compensation of $115,000–$150,000 per year. Vitesse Systems develops engineered antenna, thermal management, and mission-critical solutions for radar, electronic warfare, and C5ISR applications. The engineer develops and troubleshoots firmware and embedded hardware, contributing to robotic and electromechanical systems. The work supports integration, testing, and delivery of mission-critical solutions across applications on Earth and in space.

What you'll do

• Write firmware, driver, and embedded-device code
• bring up and integrate electromechanical systems and devices
• work with electrical engineers and technicians on board bring-up, integration, and testing
• translate hardware requirements into firmware and embedded software requirements
• meet technical and delivery responsibilities
• improve technical skills and company processes while teaching and learning with peers
• travel when required to support hardware assembly, testing, and integration.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

embedded firmware engineer iii

firmware

embedded systems

webster tx

vitesse systems

c++

python

robotics

electromechanical systems

linux

rtos

itar

$115k–$150k/year

travel when required

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Three weeks paid time off, 10 paid holidays, birthday and anniversary incentives, 401(k) employer match, medical/dental/vision insurance, company-paid life and disability insurance, continuing education reimbursement, and referral program.

Why this role

Requires 8+ years of software engineering experience and a relevant BS or MS. Strong C++ and Python skills, embedded C/C++ or VHDL/Verilog in Linux, robotics and electromechanical experience, and US citizenship or permanent residency for ITAR compliance are specified.

About the employer

Vitesse Systems is hiring for this role. Industry: Engineering Services. Sector: 54.