Embedded Software Engineer

Collabera; Markham; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Collabera is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer to design and develop Linux-based embedded software for non-x86 platforms. You will discuss architecture, debugging, and your direct contributions to shipped products, with emphasis on low-level OS concepts and hardware interactions.

The role focuses on hands-on development and clear articulation of technical decisions, with a total rewards package aligned to local laws and project requirements.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of hands-on Embedded Linux Software Development experience.
• Embedded Linux and/or Android development experience.
• Experience developing software on ARM or other non-x86 platforms.
• Experience with low-level OS concepts such as: Multithreading, Mutexes, Synchronization, Inter-process communication, Memory management.
• Experience working with hardware-oriented systems such as sensors, cameras, robotics, mobile devices, edge devices, or similar embedded platforms.
• Ability to clearly articulate personal technical contributions and design decisions.

Skills

Embedded Linux

Android

ARM non-x86

Multithreading

IPC

Memory management

Hardware-interfacing

Job description

We are looking for an Embedded Software Engineer with strong hands-on experience developing software for Linux-based embedded systems. This role focuses on low-level embedded software development on non-x86 platforms and requires candidates who can clearly explain their individual technical contributions.

Must Have

• 2+ years of hands-on Embedded Linux Software Development experience
• Embedded Linux and/or Android development experience
• Experience developing software on ARM or other non-x86 platforms
• Experience with low-level OS concepts such as: Multithreading, Mutexes, Synchronization, Inter-process communication, Memory management
• Experience working with hardware-oriented systems such as sensors, cameras, robotics, mobile devices, edge devices, or similar embedded platforms
• Ability to clearly articulate personal technical contributions and design decisions

Nice to Have

• AI/ML exposure (academic, personal projects, or professional experience)
• Low-power embedded system experience
• Embedded Linux BSP, device drivers, kernel, middleware, or platform software experience
• Android framework or system-level development experience

What We're Looking For

This is not a firmware-only or application/UI development role. Candidates should have genuine hands-on embedded software experience and be comfortable discussing architecture, debugging, concurrency, system interactions, and their direct contributions to shipped products.

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The Company offers a total rewards package in accordance with all applicable federal, provincial, and local laws and requirements. Benefit eligibility and offerings vary based on role, employment status, and work location.

For contractor positions, benefits are limited to those entitlements and protections required by applicable law, which may include (as applicable) vacation pay, public holidays, leaves of absence, and other legally mandated benefits or payments.

AI Disclosure

We may use AI-enabled and/or automated tools to support parts of our recruitment process, including application screening, interview scheduling, and candidate communications. These tools are used to enhance consistency and efficiency. All hiring decisions involve human review and are not based solely on automated processing.

About Us

Collabera is a leading Digital Solutions company providing software engineering solutions to the world’s most tech-forward organizations. With more than 25 years of experience, we have hired over 17000 employees across 60+ offices globally and currently place 10000+ professionals annually to support critical IT engagements at more than 500 client sites, 80% being the Fortune 500. {and 59% of the Fortune 50 (could use either stat)}

With Collabera, you

• Will get to work on numerous challenging and exciting projects, including UI/UX transformation, Blockchain, AI/Data Science, Cloud migrations, Cyber-Security and Engineering.
• At Collabera you have 80% chances of project extension or redeployment to other clients
• Will have endless opportunities to learn new technologies through our inhouse Training arm - Cognixia.