Firmware Engineer

Corinex; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in Vancouver is seeking a Firmware Engineer. This role involves developing software for smart grid communication devices and optimizing firmware for performance. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in embedded programming and experience with communication protocols. A Bachelor’s degree and at least 3 years of relevant experience are required, with a salary range of CAD $80,000 to $120,000 annually.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in embedded programming.
• Experience developing firmware for embedded devices.
• Strong understanding of wired communication protocols.

Responsibilities

• Participate in development of smart grid communication devices.
• Translate user requirements into functional components.
• Design and develop software for embedded environments.

Skills

Embedded programming(C/C++)

System design

Debugging

Networking protocols

Firmware optimization

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering or related field

Tools

GDB

JTAG debuggers

Git

Job description

Join to apply for the Firmware Engineer role at Corinex

Join to apply for the Firmware Engineer role at Corinex

About The Company

At Corinex, we are driving the future of energy with cutting-edge Broadband over Power Line (BPL) technology. As a global leader in smart grid solutions, we enable utilities to enhance grid visibility, flexibility, and decarbonization, supporting the seamless integration of renewable energy, electric vehicles, and heat pumps into the power grid.

About The Company

At Corinex, we are driving the future of energy with cutting-edge Broadband over Power Line (BPL) technology. As a global leader in smart grid solutions, we enable utilities to enhance grid visibility, flexibility, and decarbonization, supporting the seamless integration of renewable energy, electric vehicles, and heat pumps into the power grid.

Headquartered in Vancouver, Canada, Corinex is the market leader in Europe, particularly in Spain, where our BPL solutions are deployed by major DSOs (Distribution System Operators) to improve grid operations. With successful implementations across global markets, our technologies accelerate the transition to a more sustainable, decentralized, and efficient energy infrastructure. Recognized as a key contributor to industry standards and a 2024 Deloitte Technology Fast 50 winner, Corinex is shaping the future of smart energy.

About The Job

Corinex is seeking a dynamic and creative Firmware Engineer to join our growing team. This role plays a key part in shaping and amplifying Corinex’s voice across global markets by developing compelling content and executing strategic communication initiatives. The ideal candidate is passionate about clean energy technologies, thrives in a fast-paced, innovative environment, and possesses strong skills in content creation, digital media, and brand storytelling.

Corinex is hiring range for this role is CAD $80,000 - $120,000 annually, commensurate with your education and job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Participate in the development of next-generation smart grid communication devices and equipment
• Contribute to system design discussions and provide comprehensive solutions for new and existing products.
• Translate open-ended user requirements into clear and specific product functional components.
• Design and develop communication and control software in C / C++, Bash, and Python for embedded environments, including Embedded Linux.
• Collaborate with hardware and product test teams to ensure seamless integration and testing of end products.
• Optimize firmware for performance, memory usage, reliability, and power efficiency.
• Conduct code reviews, debugging, and testing to ensure code quality and stability.
• Participate in system architecture design and provide technical leadership in embedded systems.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and contribute to firmware development best practices.
• Work closely with product management to understand requirements and translate them into functional firmware solutions.
• Stay up to date with emerging technologies and trends in embedded systems and firmware development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum 3 years of relevant work experience in embedded programming languages such as C / C++.
• Experience developing firmware for embedded devices (e.g., ARM microcontrollers, RTOS), with knowledge of IPv6, SNMPv3, TLS, and network security.
• Strong understanding of wired communication protocols (SPI, I2C, UART, etc.).
• Experience with TCP / IP protocols, RFCs, and security protocols.
• Proven experience solving real-time embedded issues, including threading, optimization, memory management, and interrupt handling.
• Hands-on experience with networking protocols such as TCP / IP, DNS, DHCP, and SSL.
• Experience with internet peering and inter-domain networking.
• Familiarity with network modeling and programming using YANG, OpenConfig, and NETCONF.
• Knowledge of network security design, system performance characterization, and testing.
• Experience with data flow and telemetry design, deployment, and operations.
• Solid understanding of Linux and application development for embedded Linux systems.
• Proficient with standard embedded debugging tools (e.g., terminal programs, GDB, JTAG debuggers).
• Proficiency with code version control tools and development practices (Git, SVN, pull requests, etc.).
• Strong experience using Git-based revision control systems.

Seniority level

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Job function

Engineering and Information Technology

Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Corinex by 2x

Sign in to set job alerts for “Firmware Engineer” roles.

Full Stack Developer (Future Opportunity)

Software Development Engineer - 2025 (Canada)

Software Development Engineer - 2025 (Canada)

Port Coquitlam, British Columbia, Canada 1 month ago

Intermediate Full Stack Software Developer

Burnaby, British Columbia, Canada CA$85,000.00-CA$95,000.00 1 month ago

New Westminster, British Columbia, Canada 1 day ago

We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.

J-18808-Ljbffr

Create a job alert for this search