Firmware Engineer

Itron, Inc.

. Participate actively in the launch of new projects and customization of existing technologies .

Posted 10/15/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $60,000 - $115,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in firmware development and debugging, with a strong focus on standards compliance and regulatory frameworks. Proficient in C/C++ and embedded programming, with a solid understanding of network protocols and computer architecture.

Highest-signal resume keywords

C/C++Embedded ProgrammingRTOSFirmware DevelopmentNetwork Protocol

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Hard Skills

Firmware DevelopmentDebuggingUnit TestingVersion ControlAssemblyComputer ArchitectureRFScripting LanguageStandards ComplianceRegulatory Frameworks

Tools & Technologies

PythonRubyPowerShellLinux ShellHardware Lab

Industry Keywords

FCCULDevelopment LifecycleCustomer-Facing SystemsSafety Sensitive Role

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AssemblyLinuxPythonRTOSRubyC++

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Participate actively in the launch of new projects and customization of existing technologies
Engage with the local team in all phases of the development lifecycle
Work on solutions ranging from residential and light commercial and industrial products to communication systems
Operate in a rigorous development environment with regular internal integration and external customer-facing system releases
Assist in design, documentation, development, debugging, validation, and maintenance of code
Implement standards-compliant features within approved regulatory frameworks such as FCC and UL
Develop firmware and associated unit tests in C/C++
Identify, analyze, document, and resolve firmware defects, errors, and inconsistencies
Support products after deployment across their 20+-year lifetime, from initial programming through routine upgrades and low-battery end-of-life support
Perform hands-on debugging in the hardware lab

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in related field or equivalent experience
C/C++
At least one scripting language such as Python, Ruby, PowerShell, Linux shell, or C#
Embedded programming
RTOS
Assembly
Computer architecture
RF
Network protocol and layer models
Communications between devices or tasks
Version control
Ability to travel 0–5%
This is a safety sensitive role

Benefits

Comp & perks

Financial programs
Social programs
Health and wellbeing programs
Paid vacation
401k matching
Employee stock purchase program
Hybrid work schedule