Embedded Systems Software Developer

Tigercat Industries; Cambridge; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Family events

Profit sharing

RRSP matching

Training reimbursement

Healthcare benefits

Social committee

Job summary

Tigercat Industries is seeking anEmbedded Systems Software Developer to help research and develop embedded control systems, instrumentation, and displays for forestry equipment. You will work with architects, software developers, and engineers across manufacturing and QA to deliver robust embedded software.

The role emphasizes firmware development, testing, and deployment on Linux platforms, with collaboration across hardware and software teams. Cambridge, Ontario-based position with a day shift.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in CS/EE/CE or related field.
• Embedded firmware programming and real-time systems experience.
• Proven experience with C/C++ in embedded firmware and applications.
• Ability to complete source code revision and SDLC processes.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, test, document, and deploy firmware for embedded systems using C/C++ on Linux.
• Improve efficiency, stability, and scalability of system resources.
• Create desktop applications and services using C# and .NET.
• Collaborate on design and development of custom boards and firmware for testing.
• Support QA processes and optimize I/O performance.

Skills

Team collaboration

Communication

Quick learner

Problem solving

Cross-functional work

Education

Bachelor’s degree in CS/EE/CE

Tools

C/C++

Embedded Linux

RTOS

Git

CI/CD

Job description

As an Embedded Systems Software Developer, you will assist in the research and development of new embedded control systems, instrumentation, and displays. This role will also develop, test, and deploy embedded software crucial to the operation of the machine control systems used in equipment for the forestry industry. This role will work closely with embedded system architects and software developers while interacting with mechanical engineers, service experts, manufacturing teams, and quality.

Location: 200 Avenue Road, Cambridge, ON

Dedicated Day Shift: 8:00am – 4:30pm, Monday – Friday

Job Duties

• Develop, test, document, and deploy firmware for embedded systems using C/C++ on Linux platforms, under the guidance of embedded system designers
• Analyze and enhance the efficiency, stability, and scalability of system resources
• Create and maintain desktop applications and services, often using languages such as C# and .NET.
• Collaborate in the design and development of custom electronic boards and firmware for manufacturing test purposes
• Support software quality assurance (QA) processes and optimize input/output (I/O) performance

Skills and Experience

• Strong understanding of wireframe development and prototyping
• Familiar with software development life cycles, continuous integration, and testing
• Experience with formal testing methods and tools for GUI
• Collaborate with coworkers; effective communication and reasoning skills are essential when working on projects that involve multiple team members and departments
• Ability to quickly learn and comprehend new systems
• Experience with embedded firmware programming and real-time control systems
• Prior experience with source code revision and software development life cycles
• Knowledge of popular microcontroller technologies, real-time data acquisition systems, sensors, actuators, control system theory, and camera technologies is an asset

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, electrical engineering, computer engineering, or a related field
• Experience with embedded firmware programming and real-time systems.
• Able to complete source code revision and software development life cycles
• Proven experience of skilled programming C/C++ embedded firmware and applications
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Team and communicate skills for collaboration with hardware and other teams

What We Can Offer You

• Family-Oriented Company: Lots of social events, BBQ’s, pizza parties and more!
• Competitive Wages and Profit Sharing: In addition to competitive wages, we celebrate our financial success together through profit sharing.
• RRSP Matching Program: Retirement planning? We’ve got your back!
• Skills Development and Training Reimbursement: An opportunity to self-identify industry-related learning opportunities available for pre-approval and repayment.
• Company-Paid Healthcare Benefits and EAP: Your well-being matters. Our healthcare benefits go beyond prescriptions and medications. Take advantage of massages, physiotherapy, vision coverage and more! Plus, our Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP) offers many exciting free programs.
• Active Social Committee: Take part in our annual family picnic, adult and children’s Christmas parties, theatre events, sporting events and tournaments, family outings, and discounted admission prices for attractions across Ontario!

Why work for Tigercat Industries group of companies?

We're more than just a company – we’re a tight-knit family, who thrives on teamwork and is dedicated to pushing the boundaries of innovation. We believe in fostering a safe, encouraging and collaborative environment where your contributions and talents are valued and supported.

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