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Firmware Engineer roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring at least a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or a closely related field. Employers filing LCAs under SOC code 17-2061 or 15-1299 must certify a prevailing wage, making embedded systems and hardware-software integration experience directly relevant to your petition.
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The Role
UST is seeking a highly skilled Firmware Development & Validation Engineer to join our hardware and system validation team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing embedded firmware and validating functionality across various platforms, ensuring reliability, performance, and compliance with design specifications.
What You’ll Do
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Design, develop, and validate firmware for embedded platforms with focus on system-level functionality.
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Develop and debug C++ based drivers for high-speed interfaces such as PCIe, UART, and UMA.
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Execute firmware validation activities including test planning, test case development, automation, and regression execution.
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Perform system-level validation using emulation platforms such as Zebu and Palladium.
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Develop Python-based automation frameworks for firmware validation and regression suites.
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Debug complex hardware–firmware interaction issues using logs, trace tools, and protocol analyzers.
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Collaborate with hardware, silicon, and platform teams to ensure feature readiness and issue resolution.
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Support bring-up activities, root cause analysis, and performance tuning.
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Contribute to validation documentation, coverage tracking, and quality metrics reporting.
This position description identifies the responsibilities and tasks typically associated with the performance of the position. Other relevant essential functions may be required.
What You Need
Required
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8+ years of experience in firmware development and validation in embedded environments.
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Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electronics & Communication, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
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Strong experience in embedded systems and firmware development.
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Proficiency in Python automation and C++ for firmware and driver development.
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Solid understanding of PCIe, UART, UMA, and related system interfaces.
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Hands-on experience with firmware validation methodologies and system-level debugging.
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Experience working on emulation platforms such as Zebu and Palladium.
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Strong Python scripting skills for automation and validation framework development.
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Good understanding of hardware-software interaction and debugging techniques.
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Experience in root cause analysis and issue triaging.
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Experience in pre-silicon validation and emulation-based verification environments.
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Knowledge of boot flow, memory initialization, and low-level system architecture.
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Exposure to performance validation and stress testing.
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Familiarity with version control systems (Git) and CI/CD for firmware validation.
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Experience working in data center, SoC, or high-performance computing environments.
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Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to work in fast-paced environments.
Location & Compensation
Role Location: Mountain View, CA
Compensation Range: $94,000 - $141,000
Who We Are
Since 1999, UST has worked side by side with the world’s best companies to make a powerful impact through transformation. Headquartered in the United States, UST is powered by technology, driven by AI, inspired by people, and led by our purpose, we partner with our clients from design to operation. Our AI-driven digital solutions, proprietary platforms, engineering, R&D, products, and innovation ecosystem turn core challenges into impactful, disruptive business outcomes. With deep industry knowledge and a future-ready mindset, we infuse expertise, innovation, and agility into our clients’ organizations—delivering measurable value and positive lasting change for them, their customers, and communities around the world. Together, with 30,000+ employees in 30+ countries, we build for boundless impact—touching billions of lives in the process.
Benefits
Full-time, regular employees accrue a minimum of 10 days of paid vacation per year, receive 6 days of paid sick leave each year (pro-rated for new hires throughout the year), 10 paid holidays, and are eligible for paid bereavement leave and jury duty. They are eligible to participate in the Company’s 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer matching. They and their dependents residing in the US are eligible for medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as the following Company-paid Employee Only benefits: basic life insurance, accidental death and disability insurance, and short- and long-term disability benefits. Regular employees may purchase additional voluntary short-term disability benefits, and participate in a Health Savings Account (HSA) as well as a Flexible Spending Account (FSA) for healthcare, dependent child care, and/or commuting expenses as allowable under IRS guidelines. Benefits offerings vary in Puerto Rico.
Part-time employees receive 6 days of paid sick leave each year (pro-rated for new hires throughout the year) and are eligible to participate in the Company’s 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer matching.
Full-time temporary employees receive 6 days of paid sick leave each year (pro-rated for new hires throughout the year) and are eligible to participate in the Company’s 401(k) program with employer matching. They and their dependents residing in the US are eligible for medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Part-time temporary employees receive 6 days of paid sick leave each year (pro-rated for new hires throughout the year).
All US employees who work in a state or locality with more generous paid sick leave benefits than specified here will receive the benefit of those sick leave laws.
As part of our recruitment process, UST may use AI or automated tools to support activities such as application screening, scheduling, or interview assistance. All hiring decisions are made by our recruitment team. Where applicable law requires it, further notice will be provided separately.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
UST is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law. We will consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with state and local laws and “fair chance” ordinances.
UST reserves the right to periodically redefine your roles and responsibilities based on the requirements of the organization and/or your performance.
Skills
C++, Firmware Development, Embedded Systems, CI/CD, Firmware Validation, GitHub, Issue Analysis, Python, System Configuration, Workflow Automation, Diagnostics
Benefits
Compensation range: $94,000.00 to $141,000.00 per year
About UST
UST is a global digital transformation solutions provider. For more than 20 years, UST has worked side by side with the world’s best companies to make a real impact through transformation. Powered by technology, inspired by people and led by purpose, UST partners with their clients from design to operation. With deep domain expertise and a future-proof philosophy, UST embeds innovation and agility into their clients’ organizations. With over 30,000 employees in 30 countries, UST builds for boundless impact—touching billions of lives in the process.
Firmware Development & Validation Engineer
The Role
UST is seeking a highly skilled Firmware Development & Validation Engineer to join our hardware and system validation team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing embedded firmware and validating functionality across various platforms, ensuring reliability, performance, and compliance with design specifications.
What You’ll Do
-
Design, develop, and validate firmware for embedded platforms with focus on system-level functionality.
-
Develop and debug C++ based drivers for high-speed interfaces such as PCIe, UART, and UMA.
-
Execute firmware validation activities including test planning, test case development, automation, and regression execution.
-
Perform system-level validation using emulation platforms such as Zebu and Palladium.
-
Develop Python-based automation frameworks for firmware validation and regression suites.
-
Debug complex hardware–firmware interaction issues using logs, trace tools, and protocol analyzers.
-
Collaborate with hardware, silicon, and platform teams to ensure feature readiness and issue resolution.
-
Support bring-up activities, root cause analysis, and performance tuning.
-
Contribute to validation documentation, coverage tracking, and quality metrics reporting.
This position description identifies the responsibilities and tasks typically associated with the performance of the position. Other relevant essential functions may be required.
What You Need
Required
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8+ years of experience in firmware development and validation in embedded environments.
-
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electronics & Communication, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
-
Strong experience in embedded systems and firmware development.
-
Proficiency in Python automation and C++ for firmware and driver development.
-
Solid understanding of PCIe, UART, UMA, and related system interfaces.
-
Hands-on experience with firmware validation methodologies and system-level debugging.
-
Experience working on emulation platforms such as Zebu and Palladium.
-
Strong Python scripting skills for automation and validation framework development.
-
Good understanding of hardware-software interaction and debugging techniques.
-
Experience in root cause analysis and issue triaging.
-
Experience in pre-silicon validation and emulation-based verification environments.
-
Knowledge of boot flow, memory initialization, and low-level system architecture.
-
Exposure to performance validation and stress testing.
-
Familiarity with version control systems (Git) and CI/CD for firmware validation.
-
Experience working in data center, SoC, or high-performance computing environments.
-
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to work in fast-paced environments.
Location & Compensation
Role Location: Mountain View, CA
Compensation Range: $94,000 - $141,000
Who We Are
Since 1999, UST has worked side by side with the world’s best companies to make a powerful impact through transformation. Headquartered in the United States, UST is powered by technology, driven by AI, inspired by people, and led by our purpose, we partner with our clients from design to operation. Our AI-driven digital solutions, proprietary platforms, engineering, R&D, products, and innovation ecosystem turn core challenges into impactful, disruptive business outcomes. With deep industry knowledge and a future-ready mindset, we infuse expertise, innovation, and agility into our clients’ organizations—delivering measurable value and positive lasting change for them, their customers, and communities around the world. Together, with 30,000+ employees in 30+ countries, we build for boundless impact—touching billions of lives in the process.
Benefits
Full-time, regular employees accrue a minimum of 10 days of paid vacation per year, receive 6 days of paid sick leave each year (pro-rated for new hires throughout the year), 10 paid holidays, and are eligible for paid bereavement leave and jury duty. They are eligible to participate in the Company’s 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer matching. They and their dependents residing in the US are eligible for medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as the following Company-paid Employee Only benefits: basic life insurance, accidental death and disability insurance, and short- and long-term disability benefits. Regular employees may purchase additional voluntary short-term disability benefits, and participate in a Health Savings Account (HSA) as well as a Flexible Spending Account (FSA) for healthcare, dependent child care, and/or commuting expenses as allowable under IRS guidelines. Benefits offerings vary in Puerto Rico.
Part-time employees receive 6 days of paid sick leave each year (pro-rated for new hires throughout the year) and are eligible to participate in the Company’s 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer matching.
Full-time temporary employees receive 6 days of paid sick leave each year (pro-rated for new hires throughout the year) and are eligible to participate in the Company’s 401(k) program with employer matching. They and their dependents residing in the US are eligible for medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Part-time temporary employees receive 6 days of paid sick leave each year (pro-rated for new hires throughout the year).
All US employees who work in a state or locality with more generous paid sick leave benefits than specified here will receive the benefit of those sick leave laws.
As part of our recruitment process, UST may use AI or automated tools to support activities such as application screening, scheduling, or interview assistance. All hiring decisions are made by our recruitment team. Where applicable law requires it, further notice will be provided separately.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
UST is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law. We will consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with state and local laws and “fair chance” ordinances.
UST reserves the right to periodically redefine your roles and responsibilities based on the requirements of the organization and/or your performance.
Skills
C++, Firmware Development, Embedded Systems, CI/CD, Firmware Validation, GitHub, Issue Analysis, Python, System Configuration, Workflow Automation, Diagnostics
Benefits
Compensation range: $94,000.00 to $141,000.00 per year
About UST
UST is a global digital transformation solutions provider. For more than 20 years, UST has worked side by side with the world’s best companies to make a real impact through transformation. Powered by technology, inspired by people and led by purpose, UST partners with their clients from design to operation. With deep domain expertise and a future-proof philosophy, UST embeds innovation and agility into their clients’ organizations. With over 30,000 employees in 30 countries, UST builds for boundless impact—touching billions of lives in the process.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Firmware Engineer
Match your degree to the SOC code
USCIS evaluates specialty occupation by whether your degree field directly relates to the role. For firmware roles, electrical engineering, computer engineering, or computer science degrees map most cleanly to SOC 17-2061. A mismatch invites an RFE, so verify the job description before applying.
Search LCA filings by firmware job title
Use Migrate Mate to filter employers by verified DOL LCA filings for firmware and embedded systems roles. This surfaces companies that have sponsored similar positions before, so you're targeting employers with an active H-1B filing history rather than guessing.
Document your embedded systems portfolio carefully
USCIS officers often request evidence that a firmware role requires a theoretical and practical application of specialized knowledge. Gather project documentation showing RTOS, hardware abstraction layers, or protocol stack work. These artifacts support the specialty occupation argument in your I-129 petition.
Check the OFLC Wage Search before negotiating
Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the prevailing wage for your specific SOC code and work location. Run the OFLC Wage Search before your offer conversation so you understand the wage floor and can flag any offer that could jeopardize certification.
Clarify work location details early in the offer stage
Firmware engineers frequently work on-site at manufacturing or hardware facilities. If your role involves multiple work locations or a transition from remote to on-site, your employer must file amended LCAs for each new worksite. Confirm this with your employer before accepting an offer to avoid compliance gaps.
Use O*NET to strengthen specialty occupation evidence
The O*NET occupation profile for Electronics Engineers includes the knowledge domains and degree requirements adjudicators reference. Print the relevant O*NET entry and include it in your petition package to preemptively address specialty occupation scrutiny without waiting for an RFE.
H-1B Visa Firmware Engineer: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Firmware Engineer role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, firmware engineering qualifies as a specialty occupation when the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or a directly related field. USCIS evaluates the job description, not just the title, so your employer's offer letter and LCA should clearly state the degree requirement and tie it to the specific technical duties of the role.
Which SOC code do employers typically use when filing an LCA for a Firmware Engineer?
Most employers file under SOC 17-2061 (Computer Hardware Engineers) or, for roles with a stronger software emphasis, SOC 15-1299 (Computer Occupations, All Other). The SOC code determines the prevailing wage level your employer must certify, so confirm with your employer which code they intend to use before your offer is finalized, since it affects your wage floor.
How do I find employers who have sponsored H-1B visas for Firmware Engineer positions?
Migrate Mate filters job listings by verified DOL LCA filing history, so you can identify employers who have previously sponsored firmware and embedded systems roles. This is more reliable than guessing based on company size, since even mid-size hardware companies with small teams regularly file H-1B petitions for specialized engineering positions.
Can my employer file for premium processing on my Firmware Engineer H-1B petition?
Yes, premium processing is available for H-1B petitions including firmware engineering roles. USCIS guarantees a decision within 15 business days under premium processing. Employers in hardware development cycles often request it to align hiring timelines with product launch schedules. Your employer pays the premium processing fee directly to USCIS.
What happens to my H-1B status if my firmware engineering role shifts to a different work location or project scope?
Material changes to your H-1B terms, including a new worksite outside your employer's existing LCA coverage area or a significant shift in job duties, require your employer to file an amended H-1B petition with USCIS. Hardware engineers who move between facilities or take on embedded software responsibilities beyond the original petition scope should confirm with their employer whether an amendment is needed.