Firmware Engineering Manager

Lime; Remote; CAD 123,000 - 169,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading electric vehicle company is seeking a Firmware Engineering Manager to lead the Firmware Engineering team and oversee the development of embedded software for their micro-mobility vehicles. The ideal candidate has at least 7 years of experience in embedded systems, with strong proficiency in C/C++. This is a remote position based in Canada or the United States, and candidates should reside in the Eastern Time Zone. Compensation ranges from CA$123K to CA$169K, with additional equity and bonuses offered.

Benefits

Annual performance bonus

Equity options

Flexible working environment

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in embedded systems or firmware development.
• 2+ years in a lead or management role.
• Proven ability to deliver production-grade firmware for high-volume products.

Responsibilities

• Lead and grow a team of firmware engineers.
• Define goals and prioritize work for the firmware roadmap.
• Oversee design and development of embedded systems.

Skills

C/C++ proficiency

Embedded systems experience

Communication protocols expertise (CAN, BLE, LTE, GPS)

Leadership skills

Collaboration skills

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science

Tools

RTOS

Debugging tools

Job description

Location

United States, Canada

Employment Type

Full time

Location Type

Remote

Department

Engineering

Compensation

• United States Salary Range: $163K – $224K • Offers Equity • Offers Bonus
• Canada Salary Range: CA$123K – CA$169K • Offers Equity • Offers Bonus

Annual performance bonus, equity and benefits may be provided as part of the compensation package, depending on the position offered. Not all candidates will be eligible for the upper end of the salary range. Exact salary will ultimately depend on multiple factors, which may include the candidate’s location of residence, the successful candidate's skills, experience and other qualifications. In addition to base salary, some roles may be eligible for a variable performance-bonus based on a combination of company performance, employee performance, and management discretion.

Lime is the world's largest shared electric vehicle company. We’re on a mission to build a future where transportation is shared, affordable and carbon-free. Our electric bikes and scooters have powered 700+ million rides in 250+ cities on 5 continents, replacing an estimated 150+ million car trips. Named a Time 100 Most Influential Company and Fast Company Brand That Matters, Lime continues to set the pace for shared micromobility globally.

We’re looking for an experienced Firmware Engineering Manager to lead our Firmware Engineering team, responsible for developing and maintaining the embedded software that powers our global fleet of connected micro-mobility vehicles. You will drive innovation while guiding a team of talented firmware engineers to design, implement, and optimize embedded systems that ensure safety, performance, and an exceptional rider experience.

This role combines technical leadership with people management, requiring a solid background in embedded software development and a passion for building scalable and reliable systems.

This is a remote position based in the United States or Canada, with a requirement that the individual hired in this role reside in the Eastern Time Zone.

What You’ll Do:

• Lead and grow a team of firmware engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence, collaboration, and accountability.
• Own the firmware roadmap—define goals, prioritize work, and align deliverables with product, hardware, and operations teams.
• Oversee the design, development, and deployment of embedded systems for vehicle control, connectivity, battery management, motor control, and safety features.
• Collaborate with hardware, cloud, and mobile teams to ensure seamless end-to-end integration and data flow.
• Drive best practices in firmware development, including automated testing, CI/CD, and release management.
• Manage resource planning, hiring, and mentorship to scale the team effectively.
• Work with cross-functional stakeholders to meet compliance, reliability, and performance standards for mass production.
• Stay current with emerging technologies in embedded systems, IoT, and electric mobility to inform strategic decisions.

About You:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
• 7+ years of experience in embedded systems or firmware development, with at least 2+ years in a lead or management role.
• Strong proficiency in C/C++ for embedded platforms and experience with RTOS and real-time constraints.
• Experience with CAN, BLE, LTE, GPS, and other communication protocols.
• Familiarity with hardware bring‑up, debugging tools, and board‑level integration.
• Proven ability to deliver production‑grade firmware for high‑volume consumer or mobility products.
• Excellent communication, planning, and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred Experience:

• Experience in electric vehicle systems, battery management, or micro‑mobility
• Exposure to IoT frameworks, OTA update systems, and telemetry data pipelines.
• Passion for sustainable urban mobility and improving how people move through cities.

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If you want to make an impact, Lime is the place for you. Not sure if you meet all the qualifications? If this role excites you we encourage you to apply. Explore all opportunities on our career page.

Lime is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe different perspectives help us grow and achieve more. That’s why we’re dedicated to building and developing a team that reflects a wider range of backgrounds, abilities, identities, and experiences. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application or hiring process, please email [e-mail] for assistance.

Compensation Range: $163K - $224K