Firmware Developer

Internetwork Expert; Southwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading safety technology company in Southwestern Ontario is seeking a Firmware Developer to collaborate with hardware engineers and software developers in creating firmware for safety devices. The ideal candidate has a degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering, at least 5 years' experience in embedded systems, and strong skills in C/C++. Responsibilities include designing and testing new features, developing drivers, and releasing firmware updates. This role emphasizes innovation and commitment to safety.

Qualifications

• 5 years' experience in a firmware development role.
• Experience working in an embedded environment.
• Ability to provide low-level driver development.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement new firmware features.
• Develop drivers for new hardware components.
• Release updated firmware across multiple products.

Skills

Embedded C/C++ programming

Driver development

Embedded RTOS experience

Object Oriented Design

Code optimization

Education

Degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering

Registration with APEGA

Job description

Our team at Blackline Safety is growing! As a people-driven technology company, with a mission to make sure every worker returns home safely, we drive innovation, practice resiliency, demonstrate leadership, go the extra mile for our customers, and empower our people to be their best.

The Firmware Developer will work collaboratively with hardware engineers, software developers, and product managers to develop and optimize firmware for Blackline Safety's products. Firmware Developers are responsible for writing, testing, and debugging embedded systems code for our safety devices and supporting the full lifecycle of product development, from design to deployment.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement and test new features and products using TDD
• Develop drivers for peripherals, new hardware, and processors
• Add support for new gas detection sensors on connected cartridge boards
• Release new firmware across multiple products

Skills/Qualifications/Education

• Degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering
• Registration, or eligibility for registration, with APEGA is required.
• 5 years’ experience
• Experience using C/C++ in an embedded environment
• Experience working with an embedded RTOS
• Experience writing low level driversObject Oriented Design and Development experience
• Ability to optimize code for space or size depending on the requirement

About Blackline Safety

Blackline Safety is a world leader in the development and manufacturing of wirelessly connected safety products. We offer the broadest and most complete portfolio available in the industry. Our products are designed to save lives and we monitor personnel working alone in populated areas, complex indoor facilities, and the remote reaches of our planet. Blackline’s products are used to keep people safe in the event of falls, missed check-ins, man-downs, and exposure to explosive or toxic gas. Our design, development, sales, marketing, support, and production are all performed in-house at our headquarters in Calgary, AB. Blackline Safety is a publicly-traded company (TSX: BLN). To learn more about our company visit www.blacklinesafety.com

Blackline Safety is powered by the diversity of our talented employees. We are an equal opportunity employer. We consider all applicants, regardless of age, religion, race, color, ancestry, gender, gender identity or expression, disability, national origin, race, or sexual orientation. We enthusiastically encourage all individuals to apply for positions that fit their passions.

Disclaimer

Please be advised that Blackline Safety does not request payment or personal financial information at any stage of the recruitment process. Be cautious of any unsolicited job offers or communications that appear suspicious.