Firmware/Software Engineer Senior

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Lincolnshire, IL, USA
In-Office
97K-145K Annually
Senior level
Information Technology • Logistics • Software
The Role
Develops, integrates, debugs, tests, and maintains embedded firmware for thermal printer products. Designs platform technologies, Linux kernel drivers, HALs, real-time controls, and microcontroller solutions. Leads requirements and moderately complex firmware projects, performs root-cause analysis, resolves technical issues, upgrades existing designs, and collaborates across engineering, testing, and implementation teams. The hybrid role requires working onsite in Lincolnshire, Illinois at least three days weekly.
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Overview:

At Zebra, we are a community of innovators who come together to create new ways of working. United by curiosity and a culture of caring, we develop smart solutions that anticipate our customer’s and partner’s needs and solve their challenges.


Being part of Zebra Nation means you are seen, heard, valued, and respected. Drawing from our unique perspectives, we collaborate to deliver on our purpose. Here you are part of a team pushing boundaries today to redefine the work of tomorrow for organizations, their employees, and those they serve.


You’ll have opportunities to learn and lead in a forward-thinking environment, defining your path to a fulfilling career while channeling your skills toward causes you care about—locally and globally.


Come make an impact every day at Zebra.


What We're Looking For:

Analyzes, develops, designs, programs, debugs and implements embedded systems for the organization’s products and systems. Develops testing and troubleshooting strategies, devices, and systems for firmware. Integrates firmware to maintain functionality, throughput and consistency. Develops user documentation.
This is a hybrid position working on-site at our corporate office located in Lincolnshire, IL for a minimum of 3 days a week.
  • Establishes, implements, and maintains embedded firmware for the organization's Thermal printer products and solutions.
  • Research, design and develop new technology for platform in support of organization ‘s strategy vision.
  • Grow competency on wide range of Product framework, HALs, Linux Kernel drivers from Peripheral and Network communication, and real time controls, and be the go-to-person for questions.
  • Leads requirements meetings for moderately complex firmware design projects.
  • Completes all phases of moderately complex firmware design projects.
  • Reviews firmware test results and root cause analysis. Resolves highly complex technical issues.
  • Reviews changes or upgrades to existing firmware designs. Develops new solutions to unique problems.
  • Identifies issues, and makes recommendations for complex problems.
  • Makes modifications to or upgrades existing firmware designs via patches and generating new code.
  • Enhances and improves existing technologies to apply to new solutions.
  • Develops positive relationships with other company functions involved in the design, test, and implementation processes.
  • Makes recommendations to immediate team to enhance performance and improve product quality.
  • Exercises judgment in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions.
  • Advance internal processes to improve efficiency and performance on executions.

Basic Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Computer Engineering or Electrical Engineering or related fields) with 6+ years of relevant experience or Masters degree in Engineering (Computer Engineering or Electrical Engineering or related fields) with 4+ years relevant experience or equivalent experience.
  • Significant experience delivering platform product embedded firmware development.
  • Proven experienced in programming languages C/C++
  • Experience in the following: ARM architecture, embedded microcontroller architecture, multi-core systems, RTOS, embedded Linux, filesystems, storage memory, networking, platform libraries, etc.
  • Skills in platform architecture, Object Oriented Programming, software design patterns, devices driver development.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Development experience in I2C, SPI, UART, USB, CAN, Modbus, WLAN, PWM, ADC, Bluetooth, Ethernet, others Microcontroller peripheral.
  • Good knowledge in the use of Oscilloscope, Bus analyzer, emulator and other firmware debugging tools.
  • Familiar with electrical interface, schematic diagram, electronic component specification and datasheet.
  • Good understanding in embedded RTOS and POSIX implementation including scheduling policy, synchronization methods, Interrupt Service Routine, external library integration, FileSystems, Memory allocation.
  • Preferred experience with Stepper motor, network, MQTT, and security.
  • Participate in Agile (SCRUM/KanBan) development process
  • Experience of prototype board bring up, bootloader development, ARMCC toolchain is a plus.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Zebra 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 and protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law. If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance in applying for a position, please contact us at [email protected].

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We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation at [email protected] .

Pay Range:

$96,800.00 - $145,200.00 Annual

Incentive Compensation:

In addition to base pay, Zebra offers this role the opportunity to earn a performance-based annual cash incentive, at a target equal to 10% of base pay, in accordance with the terms of the applicable incentive plan.

Zebra Total Rewards:

Zebra Total Rewards includes more than just pay and is structured to meet the needs of our changing global business and evolving talent. We are committed to providing our employees with a benefits program that is comprehensive and competitive – including healthcare, wellness, inclusion networks, and continued learning and development offerings. We offer community service days, in addition to the traditional insurances, compensation, parental leave, employee assistance program and paid time off offerings depending on the country where you work.

Salary offered will vary depending on your location, job-related skills, knowledge, and experience.

Additionally, all Zebra roles are eligible for cash incentive programs. For example, sales roles have additional opportunity to earn substantial variable compensation tied to quota achievement. In most other roles, the Zebra annual cash incentive program links Company and individual performance together. Some roles may also be eligible for long-term incentive equity awards.

Benefits:

We understand the importance of work-life balance and wellbeing, which is why we offer flexibility for our teams including: hybrid work, adaptable hours, Summer Flex Fridays, Focus Fridays, and an annual companywide well-being day to promote revitalization and success.

Job Posting Statement:

To protect candidates from falling victim to online fraudulent activity involving fake job postings and employment offers, please be aware our recruiters will always connect with you via @zebra.com email accounts. Applications are only accepted through our applicant tracking system and only accept personal identifying information through that system. Our Talent Acquisition team will not ask for you to provide personal identifying information via e-mail or outside of the system. If you are a victim of identity theft contact your local police department.

AI Technology Statement:

Zebra Technologies leverages AI technology to evaluate job applications using objective, job-relevant criteria. This approach enhances efficiency and promotes fairness in the hiring process. However, every decision regarding interviews and hiring is made by our dedicated team, because we believe people make the best decisions about people. For more on how we use technology in hiring and how we process applicant data, see our Zebra Privacy Policy.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field with 6+ years of relevant experience
  • Master's degree in Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field with 4+ years of relevant experience
  • Equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Significant experience delivering platform product embedded firmware development
  • Proven programming experience in C and C++
  • Experience with ARM architecture and embedded microcontroller architecture
  • Experience with multi-core systems, RTOS, embedded Linux, filesystems, storage memory, networking, and platform libraries
  • Skills in platform architecture, object-oriented programming, software design patterns, and device driver development
  • Development experience with I2C, SPI, UART, USB, CAN, Modbus, WLAN, PWM, ADC, Bluetooth, Ethernet, or other microcontroller peripherals
  • Experience using oscilloscopes, bus analyzers, emulators, and other firmware debugging tools
  • Familiarity with electrical interfaces, schematic diagrams, electronic component specifications, and datasheets
  • Understanding of embedded RTOS and POSIX implementation, including scheduling, synchronization, interrupt service routines, libraries, filesystems, and memory allocation
  • Experience with stepper motors, networking, MQTT, and security
  • Participation in Agile Scrum or Kanban development processes
  • Experience with prototype board bring-up, bootloader development, and ARMCC toolchain

Zebra Technologies Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Zebra Technologies and has not been reviewed or approved by Zebra Technologies.

  • Strong & Reliable Incentives Incentive programs include an annual cash bonus plan for regular employees and robust commission structures in sales, forming a meaningful part of total compensation. These incentives are consistently available and valued in corporate, administrative, and sales roles.
  • Healthcare Strength Core medical, dental, and vision coverage is comprehensive, complemented by company-paid life and disability insurance, telemedicine access, and an EAP. Coverage quality is generally regarded as strong across official materials and documented program summaries.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth Time-off offerings include robust PTO, paid holidays, a company-wide zDay, volunteer time off, and meeting-light or flexible Friday programs. Paid parental leave and community service days further expand leave options, with availability outlined on company benefits pages.

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The Company
HQ: Lincolnshire, IL
8,760 Employees
Year Founded: 1969

What We Do

Zebra empowers those on the front line in retail, health care, transportation and logistics, manufacturing and other industries to achieve a performance edge -- an edge that translates to delighted customers, good patient outcomes and superior business results. As the pioneer at the edge of the enterprise, our products, software, services, analytics and solutions are used to intelligently connect your people, assets and data. With decades of industry experience, we design with front-line users and workplaces in mind, providing the best-action guidance needed to optimize in-motion operations and make business-critical decisions. With over 10,000 partners across 100 countries, we are committed to delivering industry-tailored solutions that help our customers capture their edge.

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