Embedded Systems Engineer

Michael Page International (Canada); Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing allowance

Provident fund

Group insurance

Performance-based bonus

Flexible work-from-home

Job summary

Michael Page International (Canada) is seeking an experienced Embedded Firmware Engineer to design, develop, and maintain firmware for advanced electronic control systems. You will work cross-functionally with hardware and software teams to deliver robust, tested firmware across prototypes and production.

The role requires 7+ years in embedded firmware, strong C programming, and familiarity with UART/I2C. Hybrid work arrangements and collaboration with global engineering teams are expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering field required.
• 7+ years of embedded firmware development experience.
• Strong proficiency in C for embedded systems.
• Hands-on with microcontrollers and embedded communication protocols.
• Familiarity with UART, I2C, ADC, PWM, EEPROM, interrupts and timers.
• Experience debugging and optimizing embedded software.
• Knowledge of Git and software development lifecycle tools.
• Good communication skills in English; able to work with international teams.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain embedded firmware for electronic control systems.
• Create reliable software for next-generation embedded products.
• Develop test plans and validation activities to ensure quality.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to validate firmware on prototypes and production units.
• Perform root cause analysis and debugging of firmware/hardware issues.
• Optimize communication between embedded systems and peripherals.
• Work with interfaces like UART, I2C, ADC, PWM, EEPROM, timers and interrupts.
• Support new product development, feature enhancements, and releases.
• Manage firmware revisions, documentation, and engineering changes.
• Use source control and issue-tracking tools to support orderly development.

Skills

C programming

Embedded systems

UART / I2C

Git

Debugging

Test-driven dev

English communication

Problem solving

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

Bachelor's in Computer Engineering

Tools

Git

Job description

• Opportunity to work in a global R&D environment.
• Flexible work arrangement with hybrid working options.

About Our Client

Our client is a well-established global technology and manufacturing organization with over a century of industry expertise. The company develops innovative commercial equipment and intelligent embedded control systems used by businesses and institutions worldwide.

Job Description

• Design, develop, and maintain embedded firmware using C programming for electronic control systems.
• Develop reliable and efficient software solutions for next-generation embedded products.
• Create and execute test plans and validation activities to ensure product quality and performance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to validate firmware on prototypes and production units.
• Perform root cause analysis, troubleshooting, and debugging of firmware and hardware integration issues.
• Optimize communication and interaction between embedded systems, peripherals, and control components.
• Work extensively with embedded interfaces and peripherals, including UART, I2C, ADC, PWM, EEPROM, timers, and interrupts.
• Support new product development initiatives, feature enhancements, and product releases.
• Manage firmware revisions, documentation, and engineering change activities.
• Utilize source control and issue-management tools to support structured development practices.
• Provide technical support to manufacturing teams during pilot builds and production deployments.

The Successful Applicant

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in embedded firmware development.
• Strong proficiency in C programming for embedded systems.
• Hands-on experience working with microcontrollers and embedded communication protocols.
• Solid understanding of UART, I2C, ADC, PWM, EEPROM, interrupt handling, and timer-based applications.
• Proven experience in debugging, troubleshooting, and performance optimization of embedded applications.
• Familiarity with version control systems such as Git.
• Experience working with issue-tracking and software development lifecycle tools.
• Knowledge of test-driven development or structured software testing methodologies is an advantage.
• Ability to work effectively with international engineering teams and stakeholders.
• Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving capability, and attention to detail.
• Good communication skills with the ability to work in English-speaking environments.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary.
• Housing allowance to support your relocation or living expenses.
• Access to a provident fund for financial security.
• Comprehensive group insurance.
• Performance-based bonus to reward your contributions.
• Flexible work-from-home policy to support work-life balance.