Embedded Systems Software Developer

As an Embedded Systems Software Developer, you will assist in the research and development of new embedded control systems, instrumentation, and displays. This role will also develop, test, and deploy embedded software crucial to the operation of the machine control systems used in equipment for the forestry industry. This role will work closely with embedded system architects and software developers while interacting with mechanical engineers, service experts, manufacturing teams, and quality.

Location: 200 Avenue Road, Cambridge, ON
Dedicated Day Shift: 8:00am – 4:30pm, Monday – Friday

Job Duties

Develop, test, document, and deploy firmware for embedded systems using C/C++ on Linux platforms, under the guidance of embedded system designers
Analyze and enhance the efficiency, stability, and scalability of system resources
Create and maintain desktop applications and services, often using languages such as C# and .NET.
Collaborate in the design and development of custom electronic boards and firmware for manufacturing test purposes
Support software quality assurance (QA) processes and optimize input/output (I/O) performance

Skills and Experience

Strong understanding of wireframe development and prototyping
Familiar with software development life cycles, continuous integration, and testing
Experience with formal testing methods and tools for GUI
Collaborate with coworkers; effective communication and reasoning skills are essential when working on projects that involve multiple team members and departments

Ability to quickly learn and comprehend new systems
Experience with embedded firmware programming and real-time control systems
Prior experience with source code revision and software development life cycles
Knowledge of popular microcontroller technologies, real-time data acquisition systems, sensors, actuators, control system theory, and camera technologies is an asset

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, electrical engineering, computer engineering, or a related field
Experience with embedded firmware programming and real-time systems.
Able to complete source code revision and software development life cycles
Proven experience of skilled programming C/C++ embedded firmware and applications
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
Team and communicate skills for collaboration with hardware and other teams

What We Can Offer You

Family-Oriented Company: Lots of social events, BBQ’s, pizza parties and more!
Competitive Wages and Profit Sharing: In addition to competitive wages, we celebrate our financial success together through profit sharing.
RRSP Matching Program: Retirement planning? We’ve got your back!
Skills Development and Training Reimbursement: An opportunity to self-identify industry-related learning opportunities available for pre-approval and repayment.
Company-Paid Healthcare Benefits and EAP: Your well-being matters. Our healthcare benefits go beyond prescriptions and medications. Take advantage of massages, physiotherapy, vision coverage and more! Plus, our Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP) offers many exciting free programs.
Active Social Committee: Take part in our annual family picnic, adult and children’s Christmas parties, theatre events, sporting events and tournaments, family outings, and discounted admission prices for attractions across Ontario!

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