Embedded Firmware Developer/ Engineer

Axxess Industries; Kelowna; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental coverage

Extended health

Benefits after 3 months

Job summary

Axxess Industries in Kelowna, BC is hiring a Firmware Engineer to develop embedded systems powering our intelligent lighting and guest-room control platforms.

You will implement firmware for lighting, HVAC, shading, and user interfaces, while integrating DALI/DMX/0-10V protocols and validating with lab tools. Collaboration with design and hardware teams ensures reliable, secure products for premium hotel brands.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronic Technologies, or Computer Science.
• 3+ years of experience in embedded firmware and hardware.
• Experience with microcontrollers (STM32, NXP, Silicon Labs) and embedded C/C++.
• Familiarity with guest room control and lighting protocols (DALI, DMX, 0-10V) is a plus.
• Experience with low-voltage systems (24VDC, 120/277VAC) is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop embedded firmware for lighting and guest room control systems.
• Design and test firmware for room control, lighting, HVAC, shading.
• Integrate protocols like DALI, DMX, RS-485, Modbus, 0-10V.
• Perform board bring-up, hardware validation, and firmware debugging.
• Document designs, manuals, and test procedures.
• Ensure safety, EMI, and reliability standards.

Skills

Embedded firmware

C/C++

RTOS

Hardware debugging

Low-voltage systems

Education

Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering, Electronic Technologies, or Computer Science

Tools

STM32

NXP

Silicon Labs

Embedded C/C++

Job description

Axxess Industries is an innovative electronics, software, and signage manufacturer changing how people and technology interact in hotels and homes. Founded in 2000 and based in Kelowna, BC, we produce high-quality custom signage, lighting, and EMS/GRMS products and solutions for premium hotel brands including Hilton, MGM, Grand Hyatt, Sandals, Four Seasons, and more.

We are a passionate team of engineers, project managers, designers, and craftsmen who collaborate to create beautiful products and systems that simply work. Our manufacturing facility is known for exceptional craftsmanship, thoughtful design, and care at every stage of the process. We take pride in being a respectful, inclusive, and supportive workplace where team members are valued and treated with professionalism. We offer competitive wages with increases for those who stand out, along with group benefits covering dental and extended health after three months.

Firmware Engineer

We’re seeking a Firmware Engineer to develop embedded systems that power our intelligent lighting and guest room control platforms. You’ll work on systems that manage lighting, HVAC, motorized shades, occupancy sensing, and user interfaces—ensuring seamless performance, luxury-grade reliability, and integration with hotel systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop embedded firmware (C/C++) for lighting and guest room control systems, including dimmers, sensors, relays, touch panels, and smart thermostats
• Design and test Firmware for controlling Guest Room Control, lighting, HVAC, shading, and other in-room products
• Integrate communication protocols like DALI, DMX, RS-485, Modbus, and 0-10V for room and building system interfaces
• Conduct board bring-up, hardware validation, and firmware debugging using industry-standard lab tools
• Familiar with Silicon Labs microcontrollers and Zigbee stacks (e.g., EmberZNet PRO) and Atmel touch-enabled microcontrollers.
• Developing and implementing touch-based user interfaces for embedded devices.
• Understanding microcontrollers, RTOS (real-time operating systems), and resource-constrained environments.
• Embedded Linux knowledge would be an asset
• Optimizing firmware for efficiency and real-time processing.
• Working with cloud platforms and protocols (e.g., Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa).
• Identifying and resolving firmware issues.
• Capable to troubleshoot firmware/hardware
• Author detailed design documentation, installation manuals, and test procedures
• Implement comprehensive testing procedures to ensure firmware meets performance requirements and security standards
• Ensure products meet safety, EMI, and reliability standards (e.g., UL, FCC, CE)

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering, Electronic Technologies, Computer Science
• 3+ years of experience in embedded firmware/Hardware
• Experience with microcontrollers (e.g., STM32, NXP, Silicon Labs) and embedded C/C++
• Familiarity with guest room control systems and lighting control protocols (DALI, DMX, 0-10V, etc.) would be an asset
• Experience working with low-voltage systems (24VDC, 120/277VAC interfaces)
• Skilled in debugging hardware and firmware with tools like oscilloscopes and logic analyzers