Junior/Intermediate Embedded Software Developer

TRS Staffing Solutions; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

TRS Staffing Solutions in Richmond, BC onsite is seeking an experienced Embedded / Firmware Engineer to join the engineering team. The role centers on hands-on firmware development for 16/32-bit MCUs and system-level collaboration with hardware and software teams.

The successful candidate will design, develop, and test firmware, implement communication protocols, and contribute to CI/CD pipelines and automation. A Bachelor's degree plus 2+ years of experience are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Electrical/Mechatronic/Software/CS.
• Minimum 2+ years firmware or system engineering experience.
• Strong C/C++ for 16/32-bit MCUs (ARM Cortex-M).
• Experience with multiple serial protocols (CAN, SPI, I2C, Ethernet).

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain firmware for ARM Cortex-M MCUs.
• Contribute to system-level architecture and integration.
• Implement and troubleshoot CAN, SPI, I2C, and Ethernet protocols.
• Support firmware lifecycle: unit, HIL, and functional testing.
• Create requirements, DFMEA, and test plans documentation.
• Collaborate across hardware, software, and systems teams; drive CI/CD improvements.

Skills

C / C++

ARM Cortex-M

Embedded firmware development

CAN

SPI

I2C

Ethernet

Python

CI/CD pipelines

Docker

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Mechatronic Engineering

Software Engineering

Computer Science

Tools

Docker

CI/CD tooling

Git

Job description

Embedded / Firmware Software Developer

Location: Richmond, BC (Onsite)

About the Opportunity

A leading technology-focused organization is seeking an experienced Embedded / Firmware Engineer to join its growing engineering team. This role is ideal for a hands‑on engineer with strong firmware development experience who enjoys working at both the system and embedded levels within complex, multidisciplinary environments.

The successful candidate will contribute to the design, development, and testing of embedded systems, while collaborating closely with hardware, software, and systems engineering teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain firmware and embedded software for 16/32-bit microcontrollers (ARM Cortex-M)
• Participate in system-level engineering activities, including architecture design and integration
• Implement and troubleshoot serial communication protocols (e.g., CAN, SPI, I2C, Ethernet)
• Support development and testing activities across the firmware lifecycle, including unit, HIL, and functional testing
• Contribute to engineering documentation such as requirements specifications, DFMEA, and test plans
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure reliable, secure, and high-quality system performance
• Support continuous improvement through automation, testing, and CI/CD practices where applicable

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification in:
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Mechatronic Engineering
  • Software Engineering
  • Computer Science
• Minimum 2+ years of hands‑on experience in firmware development or system engineering
• Strong C / C++ development experience on 16/32-bit MCUs (ARM Cortex-M)
• Working experience with two or more serial communication protocols (CAN, SPI, I2C, Ethernet)

Preferred / Nice‑to‑Have Experience

• Experience with CAN protocols such as J1939, NMEA 2000, XCP, or UDS
• Motor control systems or PID‑based control systems development
• Proficiency in Python, Docker, and CI/CD pipelines
• Experience with:
  • Unit testing, HIL testing, and functional testing
  • System‑level software architecture design
• Development experience with wireless communication protocols (Wi‑Fi, BLE)
• Familiarity with IoT platforms and protocols (e.g., MQTT, AWS IoT)
• Exposure to firmware lifecycle security concepts (secure boot, OTA updates, basic cryptography)
• Proficiency with lab and diagnostic tools (oscilloscope, multimeter, logic analyzer)

Compensation & Benefits

• Compensation: Flexible and commensurate with experience
• Opportunity to work on technically challenging and impactful products
• Collaborative and supportive engineering culture
• Professional growth within a forward‑looking organization

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; age; sex; sexual orientation; gender identity; religion; national origin; disability; veteran status; genetic information; or any other criteria protected by governing law.