Software Firmware Design Engineer

Kirkland, QC
Hybrid
Posted Oct 20, 2026
1 position

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Senior · 5+ years
Minimum education: Bachelor’s degree
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week
Seniority: Mid-Senior level
Application method: Direct apply is available

Job summary

Design and analyze systems and subsystems for key customers, and provide hardware, software, firmware, development-tool, and supplier support. Support new product introductions, create technical materials for field teams, and manage projects involving external parties or global counterparts.

Job details

About the role The System Design Specialist (SDS) – Software/Firmware will be a member of a multi-disciplined, cross-functional design team. The SDS – Software/Firmware will receive coaching and guidance from the SDC Manager and experienced members of the Advanced Engineering Group’s management team to help acclimate him to the nature of our business, but he will be expected to use his engineering design and management experience to effectively prioritize and manage a set of responsibilities and projects. How you will make an impact Performing detailed system/subsystem design/design analysis for key customers Providing deep-dive hardware/software/firmware/dev tool support to field based Advanced Engineers and key customers Providing technical support for our suppliers New Product Introductions (NPI) Developing application notes/technical sales aids for our field teams Providing project management expertise for tasks that may be outsourced to 3rd parties or SDC counterparts around the globe We’re looking for someone with BSEE or BS Computer Engineering required, MSEE preferred Two to Five years of experience developing Linux Board Support Packages and device drivers Two to Five years of experience with C/C++ Board bring-up, using and developing Board Support Packages (for NXP’s i.MX series) Experience with microcontrollers STM32, Renesas, NXP or others 3-8 years of progressive embedded system design experience in at least two of the following fields (in relation with job specialization): 8/16 bit microcontroller hardware/firmware design 32 bit/ARM MCU/MPU hardware/firmware design Embedded Software/Firmware design Why join us Our approach to employee wellness is holistic, which is why alongside competitive salaries, and excellent health and dental benefits, corporate employees have access to the following: Wellness amenities such as an onsite gym, fitness studio. Group RRSP plan to take care of the future you Onsite medical clinic and telemedicine Daily shuttle bus from two downtown locations Subsidized employee cafeteria with delicious meals and snacks Future Electronics is taking a hybrid approach to work. We value collaboration and working together, which our offices facilitate, combined with working remotely. Future Electronics is an equal opportunity employer.

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Requirements

A BSEE or bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering is required, and an MSEE is preferred. Candidates should have 3–8 years of progressive embedded systems design experience, including 2–5 years with Linux board support packages, device drivers, C/C++, board bring-up, and relevant microcontroller platforms.