Firmware Engineer Jobs in Colorado
Firmware Engineer jobs in Colorado draw from one of the most active embedded systems markets in the country, concentrated in aerospace and defense, semiconductors, and connected hardware across the Front Range. The heaviest hiring happens in and around Denver, Colorado Springs, and Boulder, where employers like Lockheed Martin, Raytheon, and Ball Aerospace have long-established engineering operations. The most sought-after specialties are real-time operating systems, RTOS-based embedded development, and wireless communication protocols such as Bluetooth and Zigbee. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Top employerSanmina
Top cityLoveland, CO
Cities hiring8
Work type75% On-site
Top industryElectronics
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Intern - Firmware Engineer - Fall 2026
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Advanced Energy Industries, Inc.
Intern - Firmware Engineer - Fall 2026
Fort Collins, Colorado
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Principal Firmware Engineer
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MKS
Principal Firmware Engineer
Broomfield, Colorado
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Lead Firmware Engineer (C++ Embedded)
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Advanced Energy Industries, Inc.
Lead Firmware Engineer (C++ Embedded)
Fort Collins, Colorado
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Firmware Engineer - Medical Devices
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Terumo
Firmware Engineer - Medical Devices
Lakewood, Colorado
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Principal Design & Firmware Engineer
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Qorvo
Principal Design & Firmware Engineer
Denver, Colorado
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Intern - Firmware Engineer - Fall 2026
Advanced Energy Industries, Inc.·Fort Collins, Colorado
Job functions:
$26 - $36/hr
10,000+ employees
Job Description
ABOUT ADVANCED ENERGY
Advanced Energy (Nasdaq: AEIS) is a global leader in the design and manufacturing of highly engineered, precision power conversion, measurement and control solutions for mission-critical applications and processes. AE’s power solutions enable customer innovation in complex applications for a wide range of industries including semiconductor equipment, industrial, manufacturing, telecommunications, data center computing and healthcare. Advanced Energy has devoted four decades to perfecting power for its global customers and is headquartered in Denver, Colorado.
WHY BE A PART OF ADVANCED ENERGY?
Some people say it’s like working in the best of two worlds. We operate like an agile, growing, small company – you can see your work make a difference to the company every day. Things move quickly and you can see and feel it. At the same time, we’re a global company founded in 1981 and have been publicly traded for more than 28 years. We have a strong cash position, deep trust and partnership with leading customers, a global best-in-class operations capability, and a proven leadership team. We have a track record and resources to make things happen both organically and inorganically. Being part of a nimble company with a solid foundation attracts team members that are capable, driven and like a challenge. Our employees collaborate and know how to have fun inventing, working, building and winning together. At our core, we are Advanced Energy – powering the future, together.
POSITION SUMMARY:
Advanced Energy is currently seeking Firmware / Software Design Engineering Interns and Co-Ops to support development activities across our North American design sites. Successful candidates will carry out their internships at Advanced Energy’s sites in Colorado, Minnesota, Massachusetts, or California. They will work with an experienced engineering team, closely collaborating on the development of high-performance, precision, efficient and cost-effective power conversion, metrology, or controls solutions. Only post-graduate candidates will be considered for summer and school-year internships. Candidates should be actively pursuing degree programs at one of the following institutions: University of Colorado, Colorado State University, University of Minnesota, Northeastern University, San Jose State University, Stanford University, or University of California-Berkley.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Candidates may perform and support design activities related to any of the following:
- Active participant in a core team to meet schedule, cost, and customer satisfaction goals
- Assisting in the development, testing, and de-bugging of prototype power supply units
- Analyze test data and reports against functional and performance specifications
- Interfacing with internal departments to ensure cost and schedule goals are met
- Circuit design of analog and digital circuits, EMI filters, and power circuits
- Development and implementation of control algorithms
- Design and analysis of magnetic components
- Modeling and simulation of devices, circuits or systems using commercial or proprietary tools
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
- Location: Fort Collins, CO
- Environment: in office and lab environment.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Required:
- Ability to work in a lab environment debugging circuits and evaluating product spec compliance using tools including oscilloscopes, power meters, multimeters, logic analyzers, and firmware interface tools
- Demonstrated proficiency with Windows-based platforms and with computer-based design and analysis tools, working knowledge of MS Office Suite
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Ability to meet schedule requirements and define priorities without direct supervision
Preferred:
- Familiarity with CAD tools, for schematics, analysis, and modeling/simulation
- History of firmware programming for embedded systems is a plus
- Ability to work with serial communication protocols such as UART, SPI and I2C
EDUCATION:
- Candidates working towards MS or Ph.D. degrees in Firmware Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering. Preference will be given to those with a Power Electronics and/or Controls focus, but other fields consistent with Advanced Energy’s needs will also be considered
- GPA > 3.25
COMPENSATION:
As required by multiple state pay transparency laws, Advanced Energy provides a reasonable range of compensation for each job posting. Actual compensation is influenced by an array of factors including, but not limited to, skill set, level of experience, and specific office location. The range of starting pay for this role is $26 to $36 per hour.
BENEFITS:
As part of our total rewards philosophy, we believe in offering and maintaining competitive compensation and benefits programs for our employees to attract and retain a talented, highly engaged workforce. Our compensation programs are focused on equitable, fair pay practices including market-based base pay, an annual pay-for-performance incentive plan, and discounted Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
In addition to our competitive compensation practices, we offer a strong benefits package in each of the countries in which we operate. In the U.S., we offer a rich benefits package that includes:
- Medical - multiple medical plans are available to choose from
- Short and long-term disability and life insurance
- Health savings and flexible spending accounts
- Generous time off policy starting with 3 weeks of paid vacation, 7 days of paid sick time, and 12 paid holidays
- 8 hours of paid volunteer time off
- 8 weeks of paid parental leave for both Moms and Dads
- Company matched 401(k)
- Tuition reimbursement
- Expanded mental health coverage and employee assistance programs
- Other voluntary benefits include critical illness, accident and hospital indemnity, pet insurance, identify theft, and legal assistance
Advanced Energy is committed to diversity in its workforce including Equal Employment Opportunity for Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities.
Advanced Energy is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations in our job application process/procedures for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance in completing an Advanced Energy application, please reach out to HumanResources@aei.com.
Applications will be accepted through August 31st, 2026, the company reserves the right to review applications at any point after they are submitted.
Nearest Major Market: Fort Collins
Nearest Secondary Market: Loveland
Advanced Energy Industries, Inc.
Intern - Firmware Engineer - Fall 2026
Fort Collins, Colorado
Added 1d ago10,000+ employees
Job functions:
$26 - $36/hr
Job Description
ABOUT ADVANCED ENERGY
Advanced Energy (Nasdaq: AEIS) is a global leader in the design and manufacturing of highly engineered, precision power conversion, measurement and control solutions for mission-critical applications and processes. AE’s power solutions enable customer innovation in complex applications for a wide range of industries including semiconductor equipment, industrial, manufacturing, telecommunications, data center computing and healthcare. Advanced Energy has devoted four decades to perfecting power for its global customers and is headquartered in Denver, Colorado.
WHY BE A PART OF ADVANCED ENERGY?
Some people say it’s like working in the best of two worlds. We operate like an agile, growing, small company – you can see your work make a difference to the company every day. Things move quickly and you can see and feel it. At the same time, we’re a global company founded in 1981 and have been publicly traded for more than 28 years. We have a strong cash position, deep trust and partnership with leading customers, a global best-in-class operations capability, and a proven leadership team. We have a track record and resources to make things happen both organically and inorganically. Being part of a nimble company with a solid foundation attracts team members that are capable, driven and like a challenge. Our employees collaborate and know how to have fun inventing, working, building and winning together. At our core, we are Advanced Energy – powering the future, together.
POSITION SUMMARY:
Advanced Energy is currently seeking Firmware / Software Design Engineering Interns and Co-Ops to support development activities across our North American design sites. Successful candidates will carry out their internships at Advanced Energy’s sites in Colorado, Minnesota, Massachusetts, or California. They will work with an experienced engineering team, closely collaborating on the development of high-performance, precision, efficient and cost-effective power conversion, metrology, or controls solutions. Only post-graduate candidates will be considered for summer and school-year internships. Candidates should be actively pursuing degree programs at one of the following institutions: University of Colorado, Colorado State University, University of Minnesota, Northeastern University, San Jose State University, Stanford University, or University of California-Berkley.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Candidates may perform and support design activities related to any of the following:
- Active participant in a core team to meet schedule, cost, and customer satisfaction goals
- Assisting in the development, testing, and de-bugging of prototype power supply units
- Analyze test data and reports against functional and performance specifications
- Interfacing with internal departments to ensure cost and schedule goals are met
- Circuit design of analog and digital circuits, EMI filters, and power circuits
- Development and implementation of control algorithms
- Design and analysis of magnetic components
- Modeling and simulation of devices, circuits or systems using commercial or proprietary tools
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
- Location: Fort Collins, CO
- Environment: in office and lab environment.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Required:
- Ability to work in a lab environment debugging circuits and evaluating product spec compliance using tools including oscilloscopes, power meters, multimeters, logic analyzers, and firmware interface tools
- Demonstrated proficiency with Windows-based platforms and with computer-based design and analysis tools, working knowledge of MS Office Suite
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Ability to meet schedule requirements and define priorities without direct supervision
Preferred:
- Familiarity with CAD tools, for schematics, analysis, and modeling/simulation
- History of firmware programming for embedded systems is a plus
- Ability to work with serial communication protocols such as UART, SPI and I2C
EDUCATION:
- Candidates working towards MS or Ph.D. degrees in Firmware Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering. Preference will be given to those with a Power Electronics and/or Controls focus, but other fields consistent with Advanced Energy’s needs will also be considered
- GPA > 3.25
COMPENSATION:
As required by multiple state pay transparency laws, Advanced Energy provides a reasonable range of compensation for each job posting. Actual compensation is influenced by an array of factors including, but not limited to, skill set, level of experience, and specific office location. The range of starting pay for this role is $26 to $36 per hour.
BENEFITS:
As part of our total rewards philosophy, we believe in offering and maintaining competitive compensation and benefits programs for our employees to attract and retain a talented, highly engaged workforce. Our compensation programs are focused on equitable, fair pay practices including market-based base pay, an annual pay-for-performance incentive plan, and discounted Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
In addition to our competitive compensation practices, we offer a strong benefits package in each of the countries in which we operate. In the U.S., we offer a rich benefits package that includes:
- Medical - multiple medical plans are available to choose from
- Short and long-term disability and life insurance
- Health savings and flexible spending accounts
- Generous time off policy starting with 3 weeks of paid vacation, 7 days of paid sick time, and 12 paid holidays
- 8 hours of paid volunteer time off
- 8 weeks of paid parental leave for both Moms and Dads
- Company matched 401(k)
- Tuition reimbursement
- Expanded mental health coverage and employee assistance programs
- Other voluntary benefits include critical illness, accident and hospital indemnity, pet insurance, identify theft, and legal assistance
Advanced Energy is committed to diversity in its workforce including Equal Employment Opportunity for Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities.
Advanced Energy is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations in our job application process/procedures for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance in completing an Advanced Energy application, please reach out to HumanResources@aei.com.
Applications will be accepted through August 31st, 2026, the company reserves the right to review applications at any point after they are submitted.
Nearest Major Market: Fort Collins
Nearest Secondary Market: Loveland
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What Colorado Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in firmware engineer jobs across Colorado.
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or a closely related field
- Hands-on experience writing embedded C or C++ for resource-constrained microcontrollers
- Familiarity with RTOS platforms such as FreeRTOS, VxWorks, or Zephyr
- Experience with hardware debugging tools including JTAG, oscilloscopes, and logic analyzers
- Knowledge of communication protocols such as SPI, I2C, UART, CAN, or Ethernet
- Ability to obtain or maintain a U.S. security clearance for defense-sector roles in Colorado
Firmware Engineer Jobs in Colorado: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a firmware engineer in Colorado?
Colorado does not require a state-issued license to work as a firmware engineer. Most employers hire candidates with a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or computer science, and hands-on embedded development experience. Building a portfolio of projects using microcontrollers and open-source RTOS platforms strengthens a candidacy significantly. For defense-focused roles, common in Colorado Springs and the Denver metro, the ability to obtain a federal security clearance is often a practical prerequisite.
Which companies hire firmware engineers in Colorado?
Companies currently hiring firmware engineers in Colorado include Sanmina, Advanced Energy Industries, and MKS, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Colorado's dense concentration of aerospace and defense primes, as well as a growing consumer electronics and IoT hardware sector along the Front Range, keeps employer demand broad and consistent across seniority levels.
Which Colorado cities have the most firmware engineer jobs?
Loveland, Fort Collins, and Colorado Springs account for the largest share of firmware engineer openings in Colorado. Denver anchors the market as the state's largest tech and defense hub, Colorado Springs draws heavily from its military installations and defense contractors, and Boulder's established hardware and semiconductor ecosystem produces consistent demand for embedded specialists at both startups and established firms.
Are there remote firmware engineer jobs in Colorado?
Yes, but they're less common than in purely software-focused roles, because firmware engineering often requires direct access to hardware, lab equipment, and prototype boards. About 25% of firmware engineer openings tied to Colorado are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and the remote-eligible subset tends to concentrate in later-stage software integration, code review, and architecture work rather than bring-up or board-level debugging.
How can I get hired as a firmware engineer in Colorado with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is targeting associate or junior embedded engineer roles, which Colorado's aerospace and defense primes, including Lockheed Martin and Raytheon, post periodically alongside new-grad programs in their Colorado facilities. A degree in electrical or computer engineering combined with personal microcontroller projects, an internship in embedded development, or experience in adjacent roles such as hardware test engineer or electronics technician opens the door. Obtaining a CompTIA Security+ early is a practical edge for clearance-track roles common in Colorado Springs.
Where can I find and apply to firmware engineer jobs in Colorado?
You can find and apply to firmware engineer jobs in Colorado directly on Migrate Mate, which lists current Colorado openings updated in real time. Search for roles that match your experience level and specialization, then apply to the ones that fit without needing to create a profile or sign up first.
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