Embedded Firmware Developer/ Engineer

Location: Kelowna, BC Company Overview: Axxess Industries is an innovative electronics, software, and signage manufacturer changing how people and technology interact in hotels and homes. Founded in 2000 and based in Kelowna, BC, we produce high-quality custom signage, lighting, and EMS/GRMS products and solutions for premium hotel brands including Hilton, MGM, Grand Hyatt, Sandals, Four Seasons, and more. We are a passionate team of engineers, project managers, designers, and craftsmen who collaborate to create beautiful products and systems that simply work. Our manufacturing facility is known for exceptional craftsmanship, thoughtful design, and care at every stage of the process. We take pride in being a respectful, inclusive, and supportive workplace where team members are valued and treated with professionalism. We offer competitive wages with increases for those who stand out, along with group benefits covering dental and extended health after three months. We’re seeking a Firmware Engineer to develop embedded systems that power our intelligent lighting and guest room control platforms. You’ll work on systems that manage lighting, HVAC, motorized shades, occupancy sensing, and user interfaces—ensuring seamless performance, luxury-grade reliability, and integration with hotel systems. Key Responsibilities Develop embedded firmware (C/C++) for lighting and guest room control systems, including dimmers, sensors, relays, touch panels, and smart thermostats Design and test Firmware for controlling Guest Room Control, lighting, HVAC, shading, and other in-room products Integrate communication protocols like DALI, DMX, RS-485, Modbus, and 0-10V for room and building system interfaces Conduct board bring-up, hardware validation, and firmware debugging using industry-standard lab tools Familiar with Silicon Labs microcontrollers and Zigbee stacks (e.g., EmberZNet PRO) and Atmel touch-enabled microcontrollers. Developing and implementing touch-based user interfaces for embedded devices. Understanding microcontrollers, RTOS (real-time operating systems), and resource-constrained environments. Embedded Linux knowledge would be an asset Optimizing firmware for efficiency and real-time processing. Working with cloud platforms and protocols (e.g., Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa). Identifying and resolving firmware issues. Capable to troubleshoot firmware/hardware Author detailed design documentation, installation manuals, and test procedures Implement comprehensive testing procedures to ensure firmware meets performance requirements and security standards Ensure products meet safety, EMI, and reliability standards (e.g., UL, FCC, CE) Required Qualifications Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering, Electronic Technologies, Computer Science 3+ years of experience in embedded firmware/Hardware Experience with microcontrollers (e.g., STM32, NXP, Silicon Labs) and embedded C/C++ Familiarity with guest room control systems and lighting control protocols (DALI, DMX, 0-10V, etc.) would be an asset Experience working with low-voltage systems (24VDC, 120/277VAC interfaces) Skilled in debugging hardware and firmware with tools like oscilloscopes and logic analyzers

Develop and test embedded firmware for intelligent lighting and guest room control systems including HVAC and motorized shades. Integrate various communication protocols and perform hardware validation and debugging using industry-standard lab tools.

Requires a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronic Technologies, or Computer Science with at least 3 years of embedded firmware experience. Candidates must be proficient in C/C++, microcontrollers, and debugging hardware with tools like oscilloscopes.

• Dental • Extended health

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• Embedded C
• C++
• Microcontrollers
• RTOS
• Firmware Debugging
• DALI
• DMX
• RS-485
• Modbus
• 0-10V
• Zigbee
• Silicon Labs
• Atmel
• Hardware Validation
• Oscilloscopes
• Logic Analyzers

Minimum education

Bachelor’s degree

Minimum experience

2+ years

Apply by

Aug 26, 2026