R&D Electronics Engineer

Flutter Care; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Flutter Care is seeking an R&D Biomedical Electronics Engineer to contribute to innovative wearable health technology. The candidate will define electronic architecture, collaborate in cross-functional teams, and ensure designs comply with medical device standards, contributing to better maternal and fetal health outcomes.

Benefits

Opportunities for learning and growth

Inclusive, collaborative team environment

Social and team-building activities

Exposure to medical device commercialization

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in electronics design and development.
• Hands-on experience with PCB bring-up and surface-mount soldering.
• Working knowledge of embedded firmware and C/C++.

Responsibilities

• Define and iterate on the hardware architecture for wearable technology.
• Lead PCB schematic capture, layout, and design revisions.
• Conduct performance evaluation and optimization of sensor systems.

Skills

Problem-solving

Collaboration

Prototyping

Circuit design

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Electrical, Electronics or Computer Engineering

Tools

Altium Designer

EDA tools

Oscilloscopes

Job description

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About the Company

Flutter Care is a medtech company dedicated to improving maternal and fetal health outcomes through innovative, human-centered technology. We are on a mission to promote joy and connection throughout the perinatal period and improve health outcomes. Flutter Care supports expectant individuals with tools to make informed decisions and advocate for their health. We are backed by top accelerators including the Canadian Hardware Catalyst Initiative and Techstars Industries of the Future. Flutter Care has been recognized by The Globe and Mail, BC Business, Glory Professional, FemTech Analytics and more.

About the Role

Flutter Care is seeking an enthusiastic R&D Biomedical Electronics Engineer to join our team, and play a pivotal role in the development of our wearable health technology aimed at transforming maternal and fetal care. The candidate would help shape the electronic architecture within a high-impact cross-functional role. The candidate will drive the design and development of our electronics subsystems – including sensor development, custom PCB Design, board bring-up, and embedded firmware decisions.

The R&D Biomedical Electronics Engineer will collaborate with a cross-disciplinary (i.e., Firmware, Software, Systems) engineering team to translate user needs and requirements into manufacturable designs. Your contributions will directly influence the product’s usability and performance in real-world healthcare settings. This position requires hands-on ownership and appreciation for regulated development cycles.

Responsibilities

• Electronic System Architecture: Define and iterate on the hardware architecture of the wearable, selecting components for reliability, power efficiency and manufacturability.
• Sensor Performance Evaluation and Optimization: Conduct hands-on testing and in-depth analysis of sensor systems to evaluate performance, drive iterative improvements, and optimize accuracy and reliability.
• PCB Design and Revision: Lead and support PCB schematic capture, layout, and design revisions across product generations.
• Board Bring-up and Debugging: Perform board bring-up, validation, and debugging of new hardware revisions and electronic assemblies
• Electronic System Architecture:
• Prototyping, Testing and Manufacturing: Support prototype builds, test fixture development and interface with manufacturing partners and/or suppliers during product development.
• Firmware Collaboration: Contribute to embedded firmware development and troubleshooting where applicable.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with engineering team to co-develop testable, integrated prototypes that are aligned with system constraints
• Documentation and Traceability: Generate and maintain detailed design documentation, test reports & plans and hardware documentation, including BOMs and design files.
• Design Assurance and Review: Participate in design reviews, risk assessments, and verification/validation activities.
• Regulatory Support: Ensure designs comply with relevant medical device and safety standards (e.g., IEC 60601, ISO 14971, ISO 13485).
• Usability and Human Factors: Incorporate user-centric design principles to optimize hardware layout and interaction in clinical environments.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Electrical, Electronics or Computer Engineering or a related field
• 3+ years of experience in electronics design and development, ideally in a startup or R&D intensive environment.
• Proven experience designing and debugging custom PCBs for embedded systems, including the use of EDA tools (e.g., Altium Designer or equivalent).
• Hands-on experience with PCB bring-up, including soldering surface-mount and through-hole components.
• Proficient in using lab equipment such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, power supplies, soldering irons, etc.
• Demonstrated ability to rapidly prototype and creatively problem-solve hardware challenges.
• Working knowledge of embedded firmware (C/C++) and microcontroller-based systems.
• Excellent problem-solving, documentation, and cross-functional collaboration skills
• Self-motivated and resourceful, with a strong interest in technical research and continuous improvement.
• Capable of working independently and collaboratively, with a structured approach to goal setting and progress tracking aligned with team objectives.

Nice to Have:

• Experience working in a regulated industry—ideally in medical devices or health technology.
• Experience in wearable device development from prototype to product in-market.
• Familiarity with relevant standards and regulatory requirements (e.g., IEC 60601, ISO 13485, ISO 14971).
• Knowledge of wireless protocols (e.g., BLE, Wi-Fi) and low-power system design.
• Experience working in interdisciplinary teams in startups or agile development environments.
• Strong understanding of DFM (Design for Manufacturability) and usability principles.

Encouragement to Apply

We recognize that candidates may not meet every qualification listed. If you are passionate about our mission and believe you can contribute in unique ways, we encourage you to apply. Your diverse experiences and perspectives can be invaluable to our team.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Flutter Care is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, and we are dedicated to ensuring that our hiring practices are fair and equitable.

What We Offer

• Opportunities for learning, growth, and promotion; we want you to be able to reach your full potential, and we will take the time to understand your personal and professional goals so we can help you achieve them.
• Patient-centered design values, with direct interaction with our users; we believe that the best products are those that involve diverse patient perspectives at every stage of development.
• Inclusive, collaborative, mission-oriented team environment; we celebrate our differences, learn from one another, and inspire each other as we work towards achieving shared goals.
• Social and team-building activities; we work together in person at our office, and believe the best teams are the ones that genuinely respect each other and enjoy their time together.
• Autonomy over your work and impact on the company's overall direction; we believe in hiring incredible talent, encourage you to experiment and bring new ideas across the company to the table, all while giving you the trust and room to do your best work.
• Exposure to novel medical device commercialization from prototype to clinical validation in a severely underserved area; we are not afraid to be the first movers, build new paths, and believe in dedicating ourselves to creating a more equitable world.
• Work with a team that cares and wants to do good; we believe in leading by example, operating with shared values, and holding each other to a high standard of integrity and respect.
• Employment: Full-time(8-month contract to start, with intention to transition to a permanent role)
• Location: In-person at our private office in downtown Toronto at MaRS Discovery District (North America's largest urban innovation hub) with visits to labs in Markham and Vaughan.
• Salary Range: Competitive salary, negotiable based on experience level.
• Eligibility: Must be able to work in person at our office(s) five days a week.

How to Apply

Please note that your application will only be reviewed if you submit via the Google form link: https://forms.gle/Yh5bP7NtERnthyM37

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Health and Human Services

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