Firmware Engineer

Clarius Mobile Health; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 101,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company on a mission to enhance medical imaging accessibility worldwide. As an Embedded Firmware Engineer, you will develop and debug FPGA firmware and embedded software for innovative handheld ultrasound devices. This role offers the chance to work on a high-impact project that aims to create affordable ultrasound solutions while collaborating with a talented team in a dynamic environment. With a strong likelihood of contract extension, this position not only promises professional growth but also the opportunity to make a real difference in patient care globally. Your contributions will help shape the future of medical technology.

Benefits

On-site Gym

Stocked Kitchen

Outdoor Amenities

On-site Daycare

Sit/Stand Desks

Close Proximity to SkyTrain

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in firmware development using VHDL.
• Experience with embedded Linux-based development and MCU development.

Responsibilities

• Develop and debug FPGA firmware for handheld medical ultrasound devices.
• Integrate firmware/software components into new and established hardware designs.

Skills

Firmware Development

FPGA Development

VHDL

Embedded Software Development

C/C++ Programming

Debugging Skills

Circuit Schematic Reading

Software Development Methodology

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering

Master's Degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering

Tools

Xilinx FPGA Technologies

Vivado Software Development Environment

Logic Analyzers

Oscilloscope

Job description

Clarius Mobile Health provided pay range

This range is provided by Clarius Mobile Health. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

CA$101,000.00/yr - CA$120,000.00/yr

Talent Acquisition Specialist | MedTech | Medical Device | Life Sciences

A Career at Clarius

Today, as many as 25 million medical professionals globally don’t have access to medical imaging, which is proven to improve patient care and reduce healthcare costs. That’s why we’re on a mission to make medical imaging accessible everywhere by delivering high-performance, affordable, and easy-to-use solutions powered by artificial intelligence and connected to the cloud.

By making Clarius your next career move, you’re joining a team of 140+ people who are talented, innovative, and highly collaborative. You’re also joining a community that includes thousands of physicians worldwide who use Clarius to deliver better patient care! And you’re joining a thrice-certified Great Place to Work!

Your Role

Clarius Mobile Health is looking for an Embedded Firmware Engineer to contribute to a special project focused on expanding access to ultrasound technology while continuing to advance our next-generation innovations. Over the next 12 months, you’ll develop and debug FPGA firmware and embedded software for handheld medical ultrasound devices, helping to create a functional prototype without compromising quality.

Responsibilities include writing efficient, testable code, integrating firmware/software into hardware designs, developing verification plans, and ensuring compliance with project plans and industry standards. You’ll work closely with a team of engineers in a collaborative environment.

If the project meets its milestones, there’s high potential for this role to extend or to transition into a permanent position.

Your Responsibilities Include:

• Develop and debug FPGA firmware for handheld medical ultrasound devices
• Develop and debug embedded software for handheld medical ultrasound devices
• Produce specifications and determine operational feasibility
• Integrate firmware/software components into both new and established hardware designs
• Develop verification plans and quality assurance procedures
• Document and maintain functionality
• Comply with project plans and industry standards

Your Experience So Far:

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in electrical/computer engineering or computer science
• Minimum 5 years writing firmware using VHDL
• Experience with Xilinx FPGA technologies and Embedded (Linux-based) development
• Experience developing within the Vivado software development environment (HLS development experience is an asset)
• Experience with MCU (baremetal and RTOS) development
• Experience developing for MPSoC Ultrascale+ and STM32 product family
• Hands-on experience in debugging FPGA firmware using software, hardware logic analyzers and Oscilloscope
• Ability to read circuit schematic related to MPU, FPGA, and MCU hardware
• Ability to write C/C++ software for testing and for integration with firmware
• Familiarity with software development methodology and release processes
• Knowledge of following standards: IEC 62304, ISO 14971, IEC 60601, and ISO 13485

Location and Compensation:

Due to the hands-on nature of this role, you will be required to work on-site for the majority of the first 4-6 months of the contract. A hybrid arrangement may be considered thereafter. As a result, we can only consider candidates who are within a commutable distance of our Vancouver, BC office.

This is a one-year fixed-term contract with a strong likelihood of extension upon meeting project deliverables. The salary range for this role is $101,000 - $120,000.

More Reasons to Consider:

Be Part of a High-Impact Project – You’ll play a key role in creating a more affordable ultrasound solution, making medical imaging more accessible worldwide.

Work for a Three-Time Certified Great Place to Work – Clarius has been recognized three times as a great place to work, and you’ll be joining a company that values innovation, teamwork, and employee well-being.

Workspace: Our modern office features sit/stand desks, various health & wellness facilities, a stocked kitchen, outdoor amenities, on-site daycare, enclosed parking, a free on-site gym and close proximity to a SkyTrain station.

Clarius Mobile Health is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage applications from any qualified candidate regardless of ethnicity, religion, age, national origin, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression. Please let us know if you require any accommodations during the interview process.

Seniority level

• Associate

Employment type

• Temporary

Job function

• Industries

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