[Skip to main content](#main-content) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) [Hiring report](/reports/hiring/) · [All Microchip Technology jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/microchip-technology/) · [Search jobs](/search/) Microchip Technology · Denmark - Herlev # Senior Embedded Firmware Developer Denmark - Herlev Senior individual contributor Software Engineering Listed on Microchip Technology’s official careers site. Listed as of October 18, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there. [Apply on Microchip Technology’s careers site →](https://wd5.myworkdaysite.com/External/job/Denmark---Herlev/Senior-Embedded-Firmware-Developer_R2871-26) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [Microchip Technology](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/microchip-technology/) / Senior Embedded Firmware Developer ## Job description Are you looking for a unique opportunity to be a part of something great? Want to join a 17,000-member team that works on the technology that powers the world around us? Looking for an atmosphere of trust, empowerment, respect, diversity, and communication? How about an opportunity to own a piece of a multi-billion dollar (with a B!) global organization? We offer all that and more at Microchip Technology Inc. People come to work at Microchip because we help design the technology that runs the world. They stay because our culture supports their growth and stability. They are challenged and driven by an incredible array of products and solutions with unlimited career potential. Microchip’s nationally-recognized Leadership Passage Programs support career growth where we proudly enroll over a thousand people annually. We take pride in our commitment to employee development, values-based decision making, and strong sense of community, driven by our Vision, Mission, and 11 Guiding Values; we affectionately refer to it as the Aggregate System and it’s won us countless awards for diversity and workplace excellence. Our company is built by dedicated team players who love to challenge the status quo; we did not achieve record revenue and over 30 years of quarterly profitability without a great team dedicated to empowering innovation. People like you. Visit our careers page to see what exciting opportunities and company perks await! ### Job Description Senior Embedded Firmware Developer Are you an expert in embedded C development, passionate about building robust systems, and ready to take on the challenge of developing software for safety-critical applications? If so, we’d love to hear from you. Microchip Denmark is seeking a Senior Embedded Firmware Developer to join our experienced team working on the full software stack for Ethernet switches used in the automotive industry. You will be part of a local SW team focusing on creating turnkey Switch firmware, and will be working closely with other teams in the same building doing the low-level drivers and RTL team designing the HW. Your Role You'll primarily work in the application layer of our embedded software stack, contributing to management interfaces, protocol support and safety features. Your responsibilities will span the full development lifecycle—from requirements gathering and specification to implementation, testing, and documentation. Depending on your interests and experience, you may also: - Mentor junior developers - Take on leadership responsibilities - Take lead on architecture, Switch features, FuSA and/or security - Contribute to process improvements and standardization efforts - Engage with industry standards bodies Our Environment We develop software for Microchip-designed Switch SoCs, PHYs, and evaluation boards. ### Our work is shaped by Tight resource constraints Fast boot requirements Compliance with standards such as ASPICE, ISO 26262, MISRA, and IEC 62443 Our deliverables include everything from bootloaders and operating systems to configuration management and Layer 2 switch protocols. About Microchip Denmark Located in Herlev, our R&D site is home to 35 engineers covering all disciplines—from product definition and RTL design to software development and technical support. We’re part of Microchip’s Network Communication Systems (NCS), with global teams in the USA, India, Taiwan, and China. ### Requirements/Qualifications Must-have: Strong proficiency in C and embedded software development Experience with software requirements specification and standards-driven development Ability to work independently and collaboratively Solid communication skills in English (written and spoken) ### Nice-to-have Experience with Ethernet, CoAP, CORECONF/YANG, PTP Familiarity with software security, GIT, MISRA, ASPICE, functional safety standards Exposure to standardization work or industry bodies ### What We Offer A key role in a skilled and collaborative team Opportunities for career growth—technical or managerial Access to Microchip’s extensive training programs Collaboration with experts in hardware, chip design, and networking technologies International work environment with travel opportunities Informal and friendly office culture On-site amenities: breakfast, lunch, coffee, and fruit Competitive compensation and benefits: pension, healthcare, stock options, and more Travel Time: 0% - 25% To all recruitment agencies: Microchip Technology Inc. does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our recruiting team or other Microchip employees. Microchip is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. ## At a glance - Posted by the employer: Not stated - First seen by OpenNash: Oct 11, 2026 - Last checked: Oct 18, 2026 - Listed for: 7 days - Location: Denmark - Herlev[Apply on Microchip Technology’s careers site →](https://wd5.myworkdaysite.com/External/job/Denmark---Herlev/Senior-Embedded-Firmware-Developer_R2871-26) ## More jobs at Microchip Technology ### [Embedded Software Developer – Ethernet PHY & Interface Drivers](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/microchip-technology/jobs/8985b84cdb40eefe5b68/) Denmark - Herlev ### [DCS Senior Application Engineer (Software)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/microchip-technology/jobs/012ae0f96b9a3804ea5d/) Taiwan - Taipei ### [Engineer - II Firmware](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/microchip-technology/jobs/c2741ae9e63d3c9b5596/) India - Chennai ### [Engineer II - Software](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/microchip-technology/jobs/6443545148727f8dd37b/) India - Chennai ## Similar jobs at other companies ### [Silicon Firmware & Embedded Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/accenture/jobs/7e6324b473ce48e49aab/) Accenture ### [Lead - Embedded Firmware](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/eaton/jobs/5289734b749c90c3a209/) Eaton · Hadapsar, Pune, Maharashtra, IND ### [Specialist - Embedded Firmware](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/eaton/jobs/431bcd5e3c52c05e5726/) Eaton · Hadapsar, Pune, Maharashtra, IND ### [Senior Embedded Firmware Engineer (f/m/div)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/infineon-technologies/jobs/e264bddf41366b055061/) Infineon Technologies · Lviv [Software Engineering jobs](/functions/software-engineering/) OpenNash lists jobs from employers’ own careers sites and does not handle applications. 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