Embedded Systems Developer

Mecademic; Canada; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

December holidays leave

Group insurance

RRSP with employer contributions

Social club and team events

Snacks and beverages

Flexible hours

Work-life balance

Job summary

Mecademic seeks an Embedded Systems Developer to design, optimize, and test embedded modules for ultra-compact robotic systems used in electronics and life sciences. You will write and debug low-level code, contribute to PCB design, and collaborate with R&D teams to integrate software across mechanical and electronic domains.

You should hold an electrical engineering degree with 5+ years in a related role, and be fluent in both French and English for technical documentation and cross-team

Qualifications

• Bilingual in French and English for technical documentation.
• ISO/IEC standards familiarity.
• PCB design and electronics knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and test embedded modules for the robot hardware.
• Implement and debug low-level code to optimize performance.
• Design and revise PCB layouts.
• Collaborate with R&D teams to integrate software.

Skills

C

ASM

Linux

ARM

IoT

Networking

HDL (FPGA/Xilinx)

Education

Electrical engineering degree

Job description

Mecademic develops compact, precise, and innovative robotic automation solutions for the electronics and life sciences sectors. Our ultra-compact robotic arms are used worldwide by OEMs, system integrators, and end-users for tasks requiring precision and reliability in automation.

Your Role

As anEmbedded Systems Developer, you'll be a key player in the design and optimization of the embedded systems for our robots, which are recognized as the most precise and compact in the world.

Your Main Responsibilities

Embedded Systems Development:

• Design, develop, and test various embedded modules for the robot and develop software for the next generation of robotic products.
• Implement and debug low-level (back-end) code to optimize system performance.
• Design and revise electronic circuits (PCBs).
• Collaborate with R&D teams (mechanical, electronic) to integrate software.

Quality and Safety:

• Ensure functional safety by adhering to industry standards (ISO 10218, IEC 61508, etc.).
• Create test and validation tools to verify the proper functioning of electronics and software.
• Participate in improving the internal control architecture of the robots.
• Write necessary technical documentation for knowledge sharing.

Your Profile

You hold a higher degree in electrical engineering and have confirmed experience (+ 5 years) in a similar role, ideally in an industrial or technological context.

You arebilingual in French and Englishto write technical documentation and communicate with teams in both languages.

Your Technical Skills

• Experience with various ISO and IEC standards.
• Excellent knowledge of C and assembly (ASM) languages.
• Good general knowledge of Linux systems.
• Knowledge of ARM architectures.
• Knowledge of IoT and connected devices (an asset).
• Network knowledge (an asset).
• HDL knowledge on FPGA/Xilinx (an asset).

Your Qualities

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Rigor and attention to detail to ensure code quality and adherence to technical standards.
• Proactivity and an analytical mindset in resolving issues

Job Conditions

Full-time position (40h/week) to be filled as soon as possible at our site located at 1300, rue St-Patrick, Montreal, QC(moving to our new modern premises in Brossard in 2027).

Compensation based on profile and experience.

Must be authorized to work in Canada (citizenship, permanent residency, or valid work permit).

What We Offer

• Flexible work hours.
• Hybrid work model – up to 2 days of remote work per week.
• Company culture that emphasizes work-life balance.
• A week of paid leave during the December holidays (in addition to annual leave).
• Comprehensive group insurance with employer contribution from your first day.
• Group RRSP with employer contributions.
• Social club and team events.
• Free drinks, snacks, and much more!