Senior Embedded Firmware Engineer

Fieldpiece Instruments • Orange, CA

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

Fieldpiece is building the next generation of connected HVACR tools. Every new product includes embedded firmware, wireless connectivity, and intelligent software that allows tools, sensors, and mobile applications to communicate as one integrated system. Today, our products collect data from sensors, perform calculations, and share information through the Job Link® System App. Tomorrow, they'll do even more—coordinating multiple tools, automating workflows, and controlling equipment in the field. As a Senior Embedded Firmware Engineer, you'll write the firmware that makes all of this possible. You'll work across hardware, firmware, wireless communications, and connected products to create features technicians rely on every day. This position is in our Orange, CA office with an exciting move to Tustin, CA in 2028. This role follows a hybrid work schedule, with employees typically working onsite three days per week. Additional in-office days may be required from time to time for onboarding, training, team meetings, project collaboration, or other business needs.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in computer engineering, electrical engineering, computer science, or similar.
• 7+ years developing embedded firmware for commercial products.
• Strong C/C++ programming, RTOS and microcontroller-based systems and wireless communication technologies such as BLE, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, UART, SPI, or I2C experience.
• Experience bringing connected products with wireless connectivity from development through production.
• Worked on products that integrate with mobile applications.
• Experience with sensors, data acquisition, or control systems.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with motor, valve, or actuator control.
• Experience in HVACR, industrial controls, or professional tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop embedded firmware for connected HVACR products.
• Design software for wireless communication between tools, sensors, and mobile applications.
• Collaborate with electrical, mechanical, quality, and product teams to bring new products to market.
• Integrate sensors, communication protocols, and embedded hardware into reliable production systems.
• Support products from concept through production and sustaining engineering.
• Troubleshoot firmware and system-level issues to improve product performance and reliability.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary with annual bonus opportunity
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting
• Generous paid time off and paid holidays
• Hire to Retire philosophy - Individual Development Plans for everyone and a commitment to support career development
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), Health Savings Accounts (HSA), and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Music program – music rooms in all US offices with onsite guitar, piano, and voice lessons in California (classes can be streamed for other offices)
• Recognition programs, launch parties and team building events to share successes

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior