FPGA Embedded Software Developer

Nasittuq Corporation; North Bay; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology service provider in North Bay is seeking an FPGA - Embedded Software Developer. Responsibilities include software development for radar systems and ATE. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and at least 3 years of experience in FPGA or embedded software development. The role also involves creating technical documentation and collaborating with diverse teams. Ideal candidates demonstrate excellent communication skills and familiarity with designing real-time embedded systems.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of applicable experience in FPGA or embedded software development.
• Experience developing software using a structured software development model.
• Strong background in printed circuit board design.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute software development for NWS equipment.
• Create and maintain technical documentation.
• Design, develop, test, deploy, maintain, and improve software.

Skills

FPGA design and development

Embedded software development

Real-time embedded systems

Excellent communication skills

Technical documentation

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering or related discipline

Diploma in Embedded Systems, FPGA Design or related discipline

Tools

Linux

Git

Subversion

Electrical test equipment

Job description

Overview

Nasittuq provides Operation & Maintenance services for the North Warning System (NWS). The NWS is a joint Canada and United States early-warning radar system with 47 sites located in Northern Canada; a Control Centre located in North Bay, ON and a Contract Management Office located in Ottawa, ON.

OUR CORE VALUES—Safety, Diversity, Integrity, Social Responsibility, Environmental Stewardship, and Agility—guide everything we do.

Candidate must be a Canadian citizen and be eligible for a SECRET security clearance.

Scope

Nasittuq Corporation is currently seeking an FPGA - Embedded Software Developer who will be responsible for the design, implementation, testing, documentation and release of various software products. The Developer will work on product development of new designs and modification of existing software to meet schedule and defined baseline requirements. Specific developments and duties will span multiple areas and involve work on some of the following systems: radar products, control / communication systems and Automated Test Equipment (ATE).

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute software development for NWS equipment; including real-time radar systems, Automated Test Equipment (ATE), and other Commercial-Off-The-Shelf (COTS) systems
• Design, develop, test, deploy, maintain, and improve software
• Estimation of time of assigned tasks working in a schedule driven environment
• Create and maintain technical documentation
• Perform other duties as assigned, to support the overall program and mission, and other initiatives of Nasittuq

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering or related discipline and at least 3 years of applicable experience in FPGA or embedded software development
• Diploma in Embedded Systems, FPGA Design or related discipline
• Experience designing and developing software for real-time embedded systems
• Experience developing software using a structured software development model
• Experience creating and maintaining technical documentation
• Experience with printed circuit board design
• Excellent oral/written communications with the ability to present and explain technical information to both engineers and non-technical staff

Desired Skills/Knowledge

• FPGA design and development experience with Xilinx FPGA/SoC devices
• Digital signal processing (DSP) design and development experience
• Experience with Linux, bare metal application development, device drivers, and/or boot loaders
• Experience with electrical test equipment (multimeters, power supplies, spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, etc)
• Working knowledge of software version control tools (Git, Subversion, etc).

Qualified and interested candidates, please apply!

Nasittuq is committed to employment equity and encourages applications from all qualified groups. Inuit Land Claim Beneficiary applicants are encouraged to apply and self-identify.

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Nasittuq provides accommodation during all parts of the hiring process, upon request, to applicants with disabilities. If contacted to proceed to the selection process, please advise us if you require any accommodation.

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We thank you for your interest, however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

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