Senior Embedded Software Firmware Engineer (35835)

Ottawa, ON
On-site
Posted Oct 7, 2026
1 position

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Employment type: Contract
Experience level: Mid-level · 2+ years
Minimum education: Bachelor’s degree
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week
Seniority: Mid-Senior level

Job summary

Develop and test firmware for next-generation embedded optical platforms, translating software requirements and documented designs into code. Configure and update RTOS or embedded Linux systems, review test plans, and debug issues reported by test teams and customers.

Job details

Senior Embedded Software/Firmware Engineer We are seeking a Senior Embedded Software/Firmware Engineer to develop and test next-generation firmware for advanced embedded optical systems. This is a one-year contract based in Ottawa, Ontario. Key Responsibilities Implement and test firmware for next-generation embedded optical platforms. Understand and analyze software requirements and document designs that can be translated into code. Develop and test code that meets software requirements. Work with RTOS or embedded Linux updates and configuration, including interrupts, device drivers, memory, and multithreading. Review test plans proposed by test teams. Debug and resolve issues reported by test teams and customers. Skills & Experience BS/MS in Computer Science or a related field with embedded software development experience. Minimum 3 years of relevant experience. Strong C++ programming skills in a genuine embedded/device context. Working knowledge of multithreaded RTOS or embedded Linux concepts, including interrupts, drivers, and memory management. Knowledge of at least one scripting language; Python preferred. Excellent analytical and troubleshooting skills. Experience with version control such as GIT and bug tracking tools such as JIRA. Object-oriented design and design-pattern experience is an asset. ,

What you’ll do

Requirements

Requires a bachelor's or master's degree in computer science or a related field, embedded software development experience, and at least three years of relevant experience. Candidates should have strong C++ skills in embedded or device contexts, knowledge of RTOS or embedded Linux concepts, and familiarity with a scripting language, version control, and bug-tracking tools.