At Mattel, we create innovative connected toys and interactive play experiences that inspire kids and families around the world. We’re looking for curious and hands-on Firmware Engineers who are excited about embedded systems, consumer electronics, and bringing play to life through technology.
As part of Mattel’s Product Development organization, you’ll collaborate with talented engineers, designers, and cross-functional teams to develop the firmware and software across some of the world’s most recognizable brands including Barbie, Hot Wheels, Fisher-Price, Monster High, Matchbox, and entertainment properties such as Jurassic World, Minecraft, Disney Princess, and WWE.
This role is ideal for an early-career engineer who enjoys hands-on development, rapid prototyping, and solving real-world embedded systems and software challenges from concept through production.
Job Description- Develop embedded firmware for interactive toys and connected consumer electronic products.
- Support firmware and software development throughout the full product lifecycle, from concept and prototyping through manufacturing and production launch.
- Collaborate with electrical engineers, designers, project managers, and manufacturing partners to integrate software with hardware systems.
- Develop and debug firmware for sensors, motors, LEDs, displays, audio systems, and wireless modules.
- Assist with troubleshooting hardware and firmware interactions during development and testing.
- Support rapid prototyping and proof-of-concept development for new play experiences and technologies.
- Use embedded development tools, debuggers, and version control systems to develop and maintain firmware.
- Support multiple projects simultaneously while communicating effectively with technical and non-technical teams.
- BS degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field preferred.
- 0–3 years of experience in embedded firmware development, prototyping, or debugging.
- Familiarity with embedded systems development using microcontrollers or microprocessors such as ARM, Arduino, Raspberry Pi, ESP32, or similar platforms.
- Experience programming in C/C++ for embedded systems.
- Experience with software architecture – IoT, mobile, Cloud.
- Familiarity with analog and digital electronic systems and hardware/software integration.
- Familiarity with embedded communication protocols such as I2C, SPI, UART, BLE, or USB.
- Strong problem-solving skills and willingness to learn new technologies and development tools.
- Strong communicator who thrives in collaborative, fast-paced product development environments.
- Ability to manage multiple assignments and work effectively across cross-functional teams.
- Internship or project experience developing firmware for embedded or building software for consumer electronics.
- Experience implementing state machines or event-driven embedded systems.
- Exposure RTOS-based embedded systems.
- Familiarity with wireless systems such as Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, or 2.4G technologies.
- Experience with sensors, motors, LEDs, displays, microphones, or audio playback systems.
- Experience building and debugging embedded prototypes.
- Fluent in English; confident in working closely with cross-regional and international teams.
Skills Required
- BS degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science or related field
- 0-3 years of experience in embedded firmware development, prototyping, or debugging
- Familiarity with embedded systems development using microcontrollers or microprocessors
- Experience programming in C/C++ for embedded systems
Mattel Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Leave & Time Off Breadth: Unlimited paid time off for many salaried roles, generous holiday schedules, and flexibility programs are highlighted across company materials. Practices like half‑day Fridays or end‑of‑year breaks appear in some areas, though specifics vary by team and location.
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare Strength: Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and disability coverage is paired with an Employee Assistance Program, mindfulness tools, and on‑site fitness centers at key locations. Recent updates add a company‑paid at‑home cancer‑screening program for those enrolled in medical plans.
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Parental & Family Support — Parental & Family Support: Paid leave for new parents, phase‑back‑to‑work options, and global fertility and family‑building resources are emphasized. Select campuses offer on‑site childcare, and adoption assistance and caregiver support are included.
Mattel Insights
What We Do
We are a purpose driven company with a mission to create innovative products and experiences that inspire, entertain, and develop children through play. We treat play as if the future depends on it — because it does. Play is our language, and we speak to our consumers authentically by representing the world as they see and imagine it. Mattel is a leading global toy company and owner of one of the strongest catalogs of children’s and family entertainment franchises in the world. We engage consumers through our portfolio of iconic brands, including Barbie, Hot Wheels, Fisher-Price, American Girl, Thomas & Friends, UNO, Masters of the Universe, Monster High and MEGA, as well as other popular intellectual properties that we own or license in partnership with global entertainment companies. Our offerings include film and television content, gaming and digital experiences, music, and live events. We operate in more than 35 locations and our products are sold in more than 150 countries in collaboration with the world’s leading retail and ecommerce companies. Mattel is recognized for the second year in a row as a Great Place to Work™ and as one of Fast Company’s Best Workplaces for Innovators in 2022.
