Firmware Developer Jobs in Kitchener, Ontario, Canada
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Kitchener, Ontario, Canada
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About the role
Our team at Blackline Safety is growing! As a people-driven technology company, with a mission to make sure every worker returns home safely, we drive innovation, practice resiliency, demonstrate leadership, go the extra mile for our customers, and empower our people to be their best.
The Firmware Developer will work collaboratively with hardware engineers, software developers, and product managers to develop and optimize firmware for Blackline Safety's products. Firmware Developers are responsible for writing, testing, and debugging embedded systems code for our safety devices and supporting the full lifecycle of product development, from design to deployment.
Key Responsibilities
Design, implement and test new features and products using TDD Develop drivers for peripherals, new hardware, and processors Add support for new gas detection sensors on connected cartridge boards Release new firmware across multiple products
About You
Degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering 5 years of experience in embedded systems development, including RTOS and low‑level driver development Experience using C/C++ in an embedded environment Experience working with an embedded RTOS Experience writing low level drivers Object Oriented Design and Development experience Ability to optimize code for space or size depending on the requirement
Total Rewards
At Blackline Safety, we offer more than just a job—we offer a career with purpose. Our Total Rewards offerings are designed to support the diverse needs of our global workforce and vary based on employment type and location. They may include:
Competitive base salary and annual compensation review Comprehensive health and dental benefits* Mental health and wellness support Flexible work arrangements and hybrid work model for eligible positions Paid vacation, personal and sick days* Professional development opportunities Education funding A collaborative, inclusive, and mission-driven culture Exclusive access to perks and discounts A flexible ‘Dress for Your Day' environment Eligibility and coverage vary by employment type and region
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
Blackline Safety is powered by the diversity of our talented employees. We are an equal opportunity employer. We consider all applicants, regardless of age, religion, race, color, ancestry, gender, gender identity or expression, disability, national origin, race, or sexual orientation. We enthusiastically encourage all individuals to apply for positions that fit their passions.
If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact us at careers@blacklinesafety.com. We are committed to ensuring an accessible and equitable experience for all candidates.
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If you're passionate about technology, safety, and making a difference, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and help us build a safer, more connected world.
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About Blackline Safety
Connect. Monitor. Respond. It’s a simple and seamless sequence of events and also our mission: one that makes sure every worker gets their job done and returns home safely every day.
Blackline pairs wearable safety technology and personal and area gas monitoring with cloud-connected software, and data analytics to help companies meet demanding safety challenges and increase productivity with coverage in more than 100 countries.
Our technology provides a lifeline to tens of thousands of people, having reported over 160 billion data-points, and initiated over five million emergency responses. Armed with cellular and satellite connectivity, we ensure help is never too far away.
The Blackline Difference: To guarantee no call for help ever goes unanswered, our direct-to-cloud technology detects every event—like a fall, gas leak, hazardous weather situation, no-motion incident or missed check-ins–and connects workers to live monitoring teams for real-time response, by real people. It’s what makes us different and it’s what gives workers peace of mind that their safety is accounted for in any circumstance.