This role pays less than
57%
of similar roles. Most pay
$149,556–$219,343
— the shaded band above.
At the midpoint, this role pays about
$170k
versus about
$184k
for comparable roles.
Based on 240 similar postings.
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About Comcast
Comcast is an American telecommunications and media conglomerate, providing cable TV, internet, and phone services under the Xfinity brand, and owning NBCUniversal.
Comcast currently has
84 open roles
on FindRole.
Listed pay typically runs
$137,369–$206,053
across 58 roles with salary data.
Senior Firmware Engineer (Embedded Linux) joins a technical team to develop and maintain software for next-generation technician test and measurement devices. This role involves designing, implementing, and supporting firmware that interfaces directly with hardware to ensure the reliable operation of connected field devices. The engineer will build production firmware, manage embedded Linux distributions using the Yocto Project, and troubleshoot complex hardware and software interactions. Key responsibilities include developing for XM4, Blackbird, and BigBuddy initiatives, improving CI/CD pipelines, mentoring junior engineers, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to integrate cloud, mobile, and quality engineering components. The role requires proficiency in C/C++, embedded systems expertise, and experience with device drivers and peripheral interfaces. This position addresses the technical challenge of creating scalable, high-availability solutions for field operations and connected hardware platforms within a complex infrastructure environment.
What does a Firmware Engineer earn?
Median $202800 from 35 postings across 9 companies.
C
C++
PREEMPT-RT Linux
Embedded Systems
Real-Time Operating Systems
Python
EtherCAT
CANopen
Modbus
TCP/IP
OpenCV
machine-vision
DSP
Middleware
Device Drivers
Source Control
Signal Processing