Principal Firmware Engineer
Company websitemotorolasolutions.com (Motorola Solutions, opens in new tab)
Base salary $135K to $155K
Employer-published annual base salary, USD. Advertised base range in Fort Collins, CO +3 more
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- LocationFort Collins, CO +3 more
- WorkplaceWorkplace not stated
- Status at last checkSource accepting applications when checked
- Last checked (1 h ago) · observed since
All 4 locations
- Fort Collins, CO (CO29), More...
- Fort Collins, CO (CO29)
- Colorado Remote Work
- California Northern, US Offsite
About this job
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.
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Basic Requirements
· Bachelors Degree
· 5+ years of experience in C++ or C
Travel Requirements
None
Relocation Provided
None
Position Type
Experienced
Referral Payment Plan
YesOur 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.
Source: Motorola Solutions on Workday · View original posting (opens in new tab)
Pay in context
This role's base floor ($135,000) is above 41% of the 229 Software Engineering roles in Colorado listed on this site; 3 others list the same floor. Their median floor is $143,700; the middle half runs from $125,000 to $165,000.
Only jobs on this site count, and each one publishes a base salary of $100,000 or more, so this compares six-figure jobs with each other, not with the whole market. Computed Nov 7, 2026.
This listingPrincipal Firmware Engineer$135K to $155K
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Senior Futures Design Strategist (US Remote)$135K to $150K
Director of Product Quality$139K to $225K
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Senior RF Design Engineer$140K to $190K
Principal Sensor Fusion and Indoor Localization Engineer$140K to $160K
Chart as a table
| Role | Published base |
|---|---|
| Principal Firmware Engineer (this listing) | $135K - $155K |
| Business System Analyst - Oracle EBS/ Cloud Finance | $135K - $145K |
| Senior Futures Design Strategist (US Remote) | $135K - $150K |
| Director of Product Quality | $139K - $225K |
| Product Finance Manager | $140K - $165K |
| Senior RF Design Engineer | $140K - $190K |
| Principal Sensor Fusion and Indoor Localization Engineer | $140K - $160K |
Observed changes
- First observed on the employer's board
- Began meeting the published-salary criteria
- Observed since
- Employer-stated posting date
- 2026-11-05
Where this pay comes from
Location as the employer wrote it: Multiple locations (4)
Target Base Salary Range: $135,000 - $155,000
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- The pay is an annual base salary in US dollars with a minimum of at least $100,000.
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