Embedded Engineer Fire Alarm

Industry Professionals; Brossard; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering recruitment firm is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer for a hybrid role in Brossard, QC. This position involves developing critical embedded applications for fire safety systems. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, with at least 5 years of hands-on experience in embedded systems development and proficiency in Embedded C. Strong debugging skills and experience with multithreaded systems are necessary. The position offers health, dental, and vision insurance as well as paid time off.

Benefits

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience in embedded systems development.
• Familiarity with cybersecurity best practices in embedded environments.
• Must be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident.

Responsibilities

• Develop mission-critical embedded applications for fire safety systems.
• Collaborate with hardware, QA, and software teams on solutions.
• Continuously innovate to enhance system performance and security.

Skills

Embedded C on Linux/POSIX systems

Multithreaded application development

Debugging skills with diagnostic tools

Knowledge of network programming

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or Electrical Engineering

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Logic analyzers

Job description

About the job Embedded Engineer Fire Alarm

Location: Hybrid in Brossard, QC, Canada
Industry: Fire Safety & Building Automation
Applications Close: June 20, 2025

We’re recruiting on behalf of a top‑tier client, a rapidly growing fire safety and building automation company with a legacy of innovation since the early 2010s. Based in Brossard, Quebec, they have built a team of 50,100+ engineers and specialists focused on developing cutting‑edge embedded solutions for life‑saving fire detection technologies deployed across Canada and globally.

About the Role

As an Embedded Software Engineer, you’ll be part of a high-impact, cross‑functional engineering team developing mission‑critical embedded applications for next‑gen fire safety systems. From design to deployment, your code will be embedded in life‑saving technology used in industrial and commercial buildings around the world.

What We’re Looking For

Must‑Have Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or Electrical Engineering
• Minimum 5 years of hands‑on experience in embedded systems development
• Proficiency in Embedded C on Linux/POSIX systems
• Strong experience with multithreaded, real‑time application development
• Familiarity with cybersecurity best practices in embedded environments
• Debugging skills using oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and other diagnostic tools
• Experience with processors such as ARM, Coldfire, or Microchip
• Must be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident

Nice‑to‑Have Skills

• Knowledge of network programming, C++, or UI development
• Prior experience in fire alarm or intelligent building systems
• Exposure to UL/ULC or other rigorous compliance standards
• Design, prototype, and implement embedded software for fire detection systems
• Develop efficient, high‑quality code in C for POSIX/Linux platforms
• Solve complex challenges in multithreading, multiprocessing, and real‑time systems
• Collaborate with hardware, QA, and software teams to deliver robust solutions
• Continuously innovate to enhance system performance, security, and user experience
• Support hardware debugging and validation using industry-standard tools

Location: Hybrid work model, Brossard, QC (no travel required)

Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision insurance + Paid Time Off