Firmware Jobs in Colorado
Firmware jobs in Colorado are concentrated in one of the most active embedded-systems markets in the country, with strong demand across aerospace and defense contractors, consumer electronics, and medical device manufacturers. Denver, Colorado Springs, and Boulder are the primary hiring centers, home to established names like Raytheon, Ball Corporation, and Medtronic that maintain large engineering workforces in the state. The most sought-after specialties are real-time operating systems, microcontroller programming, and RF or communications firmware. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Company Overview
At Motorola Solutions, we believe that everything starts with our people. We’re a global close-knit community, united by the relentless pursuit to help keep people safer everywhere. We build and connect technologies to help protect people, property and places. Our solutions foster the collaboration that’s critical for safer communities, safer schools, safer hospitals, safer businesses, and ultimately, safer nations. Connect with a career that matters, and help us build a safer future.
Department Overview
We are seeking a Principal Firmware Developer to join our development team. In this role, you will work to develop, test, and maintain software for our cutting-edge video security products. You will participate in the full software development lifecycle, from initial coding to system integration and debugging.
Job Description
Motorola is seeking a top-tier candidate for our Camera Firmware Development Engineer. This position will be responsible for developing firmware and software for our digital imaging and camera products based off our embedded Linux platform. This includes defining, design and development of software that makes up the heart of our imaging systems platform and camera products. This person will be involved in all aspects – design, development, test, deployment – of product generation, working with high performance teams, solving very challenging problems, using leading edge tools and state-of-the-art embedded systems. The Firmware Developer is a full-time position, reporting to the Camera Firmware Manager.
Essential Functions
- Performs complex work in research, design, and development of new or existing products
- Works with cross-functional engineering teams to develop the best possible design strategy of firmware to meet project objectives.
- Modifies existing firmware packages to fit unique customer needs and configurations.
- Improves firmware technology and development processes.
- Develops firmware applications according to technical specifications.
- Verifies products and solutions against the specifications.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering or related field from an accredited four-year college or university or equivalent required; MS preferred.
- Proficient in the C++ and high-level, object-oriented design methodologies.
- Extensive experience with Linux kernel and application development.
- Experience with networking and IoT.
- Solid understanding of typical embedded Linux software stacks and how designs flow from API/UI down to hardware
- Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, high-performance team environment.
- Ability to deliver firmware that meets business objectives for scope, schedule, and quality.
- Ability to develop software with focus on processes that yield high-quality firmware (unit tests, code reviews).
- Ability to communicate effectively, both in written and oral form.
- Experience with real-time video (RTSP, H.264, etc.)
Target Base Salary Range: $135,000 - $155,000
Consistent with Motorola Solutions values and applicable law, we provide the following information to promote pay transparency and equity. Pay within this range varies and depends on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The actual offer will be based on the individual candidate.
#LI-AA1
Basic Requirements
- Bachelors Degree
- 5+ years of experience in C++ or C
Travel Requirements
None
Relocation Provided
None
Position Type
Experienced
Referral Payment Plan
Yes
Our U.S. Benefits include:
Incentive Bonus Plans
Medical, Dental, Vision benefits
401K with Company Match
10 Paid Holidays
Generous Paid Time Off Packages
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Paid Parental & Family Leave
and more!
EEO Statement
Motorola Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally-protected characteristic.
We are proud of our people-first and community-focused culture, empowering every Motorolan to be their most authentic self and to do their best work to deliver on the promise of a safer world. If you’d like to join our team but feel that you don’t quite meet all of the preferred skills, we’d still love to hear why you think you’d be a great addition to our team.
We’re committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruiting experience for candidates with disabilities, or other physical or mental health conditions. To request an accommodation, please complete this Reasonable Accommodations Form so we can assist you.
Company Overview
At Motorola Solutions, we believe that everything starts with our people. We’re a global close-knit community, united by the relentless pursuit to help keep people safer everywhere. We build and connect technologies to help protect people, property and places. Our solutions foster the collaboration that’s critical for safer communities, safer schools, safer hospitals, safer businesses, and ultimately, safer nations. Connect with a career that matters, and help us build a safer future.
Department Overview
We are seeking a Principal Firmware Developer to join our development team. In this role, you will work to develop, test, and maintain software for our cutting-edge video security products. You will participate in the full software development lifecycle, from initial coding to system integration and debugging.
Job Description
Motorola is seeking a top-tier candidate for our Camera Firmware Development Engineer. This position will be responsible for developing firmware and software for our digital imaging and camera products based off our embedded Linux platform. This includes defining, design and development of software that makes up the heart of our imaging systems platform and camera products. This person will be involved in all aspects – design, development, test, deployment – of product generation, working with high performance teams, solving very challenging problems, using leading edge tools and state-of-the-art embedded systems. The Firmware Developer is a full-time position, reporting to the Camera Firmware Manager.
Essential Functions
- Performs complex work in research, design, and development of new or existing products
- Works with cross-functional engineering teams to develop the best possible design strategy of firmware to meet project objectives.
- Modifies existing firmware packages to fit unique customer needs and configurations.
- Improves firmware technology and development processes.
- Develops firmware applications according to technical specifications.
- Verifies products and solutions against the specifications.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering or related field from an accredited four-year college or university or equivalent required; MS preferred.
- Proficient in the C++ and high-level, object-oriented design methodologies.
- Extensive experience with Linux kernel and application development.
- Experience with networking and IoT.
- Solid understanding of typical embedded Linux software stacks and how designs flow from API/UI down to hardware
- Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, high-performance team environment.
- Ability to deliver firmware that meets business objectives for scope, schedule, and quality.
- Ability to develop software with focus on processes that yield high-quality firmware (unit tests, code reviews).
- Ability to communicate effectively, both in written and oral form.
- Experience with real-time video (RTSP, H.264, etc.)
Target Base Salary Range: $135,000 - $155,000
Consistent with Motorola Solutions values and applicable law, we provide the following information to promote pay transparency and equity. Pay within this range varies and depends on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The actual offer will be based on the individual candidate.
#LI-AA1
Basic Requirements
- Bachelors Degree
- 5+ years of experience in C++ or C
Travel Requirements
None
Relocation Provided
None
Position Type
Experienced
Referral Payment Plan
Yes
Our U.S. Benefits include:
Incentive Bonus Plans
Medical, Dental, Vision benefits
401K with Company Match
10 Paid Holidays
Generous Paid Time Off Packages
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Paid Parental & Family Leave
and more!
EEO Statement
Motorola Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally-protected characteristic.
We are proud of our people-first and community-focused culture, empowering every Motorolan to be their most authentic self and to do their best work to deliver on the promise of a safer world. If you’d like to join our team but feel that you don’t quite meet all of the preferred skills, we’d still love to hear why you think you’d be a great addition to our team.
We’re committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruiting experience for candidates with disabilities, or other physical or mental health conditions. To request an accommodation, please complete this Reasonable Accommodations Form so we can assist you.
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What Colorado Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in firmware jobs across Colorado.
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or computer science required
- Proficiency in C or C++ for embedded and bare-metal development environments
- Experience with real-time operating systems such as FreeRTOS, VxWorks, or ThreadX
- Familiarity with hardware debugging tools including JTAG, oscilloscopes, and logic analyzers
- Knowledge of communication protocols including UART, SPI, I2C, CAN, and Ethernet
- Experience with version control systems and embedded software development lifecycles
Firmware Jobs in Colorado: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a firmware engineer in Colorado?
Most firmware roles in Colorado require a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or a closely related field. Colorado does not require a state-issued license specifically for firmware engineers, though roles at defense contractors often require a federal security clearance. Building a portfolio of embedded projects, contributing to open-source firmware work, and gaining hands-on lab experience through internships at Colorado aerospace or medical device companies strengthens candidacy considerably.
Which companies hire firmware engineers in Colorado?
Companies currently hiring firmware engineers in Colorado include Sanmina, Kratos Defense, and HCLTech, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Colorado's concentration of aerospace primes, defense contractors, and medical device firms means firmware demand stays consistent year-round across both the Denver metro and Colorado Springs corridors.
Which Colorado cities have the most firmware jobs?
Colorado Springs, Fort Collins, and Boulder account for the largest share of firmware openings in Colorado. Denver anchors the market through its dense cluster of defense, aerospace, and tech employers, Colorado Springs draws heavily from military installation support contractors like Raytheon and L3Harris, and Boulder's research-driven tech ecosystem generates consistent demand at smaller startups and established instruments companies alike.
Are there remote firmware jobs in Colorado?
Yes, but they're rare. Firmware work is fundamentally hands-on, requiring access to physical hardware, lab equipment, and secure development environments that make fully remote arrangements uncommon. About 100% of firmware openings tied to Colorado are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those listings tend to concentrate in software-side roles like firmware validation, documentation, or toolchain development rather than board-level bring-up or hardware integration work.
How can I get hired as a firmware engineer in Colorado with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is through an internship or new-graduate program at one of Colorado's large aerospace or medical device employers, where structured rotations provide supervised hardware access. Ball Corporation, Medtronic, and Lockheed Martin Space regularly run early-career programs out of their Colorado campuses. Candidates coming from adjacent roles such as hardware test technician, embedded software QA, or lab assistant often make lateral moves once they build microcontroller project experience. A strong capstone project, a GitHub portfolio of bare-metal work, or an FPGAs or RTOS certification gives applicants with no professional history a concrete advantage.
Where can I find and apply to firmware jobs in Colorado?
You can find and apply to firmware jobs in Colorado on Migrate Mate, which lists current Colorado openings updated regularly. Search the listings to find roles that fit your experience level, location preference, and technical focus, then apply directly to the ones that match. No account setup is required to see or apply to the openings.
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