Firmware Engineer (IoT)

TL;DR

Firmware Engineer (IoT): Architecting and implementing embedded software that controls a new class of consumer hardware with an accent on delivering a magical, seamless experience. Focus on establishing coding standards, architecture patterns, long-term firmware strategy, and working with hardware on power management and system-level reliability.

Location: Applicants are required to reside in New York or be willing to relocate there. Must already be authorized to work in the US at the time of hire.

Company

hirify.global is a global network of top talent that enables companies to scale their teams on-demand, building a new class of consumer hardware.

What you will do

• Develop embedded firmware for microcontrollers using C/C++ or Rust.
• Own communication interfaces, device management, diagnostics, and OTA update systems.
• Work with hardware on power management, timing control, and system-level reliability.
• Build early prototypes and test harnesses for internal R&D.
• Establish coding standards, architecture patterns, and long-term firmware strategy.
• Collaborate on cloud/app connectivity (BLE, Wi-Fi, Zigbee, Thread, Matter).

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree is required.
• 5-8+ years of experience building firmware for consumer or IoT products.
• Deep experience with microcontrollers (ARM Cortex, ESP32, STM32, Nordic).
• Strong grasp of real-time systems, power optimization, and embedded signal processing.
• Experience with high-voltage control electronics, smart film/EC systems, lighting, or motor control.
• Experience with cloud-to-firmware integration (OTA, remote diagnostics, provisioning).
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Must be authorized to work in the US at the time of hire.

Culture & Benefits

• Work within the world’s largest fully remote workforce.
• Opportunity to thrive in early-stage environments with fast cycles and high ownership.
• Regular and reliable attendance at scheduled virtual team meetings on camera.
• US-specific benefits include participation in a 401(k) retirement plan.
• Medical, dental, and vision health insurance plans; basic life insurance and disability coverage.
• Access to flexible spending, dependent care, health savings accounts, telehealth virtual doctors, an employee assistance program, and flexible paid time off.