Senior ARM Firmware Engineer

Canadian Solar; Kitchener; Hybrid; CAD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Canadian Solar in Kitchener, Ontario, is seeking a Senior Embedded Firmware Engineer to own the design, development, optimization, and lifecycle support of firmware for ARM-based processors used in grid-tied inverters and energy storage systems.

You will develop real-time firmware in C/C++, implement BSPs, bootloaders, device drivers, and ensure compliance with grid standards. Collaborate with hardware, controls, and validation teams to ensure high performance and reliability.

Qualifications

• Educational background in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science or related field.
• Proven experience in embedded or real-time control systems.
• Strong experience with ARM-based processors (Cortex‑M/A) for industrial/power electronics applications.
• Proficiency in embedded C/C++, real-time programming concepts, and interrupt-driven design.

Responsibilities

• Architect, design, and implement embedded firmware for ARM-based processors in inverters, power converters, and energy storage subsystems.
• Develop and maintain real-time firmware in embedded C/C++, including drivers, and applications.
• Translate system and grid-code requirements into traceable firmware requirements and robust designs.
• Implement inverter features such as communication, protections, fault handling, diagnostics, and monitoring.
• Ensure grid-code compliance (UL 1741 SB, IEEE 1547, UL 1998) and coordinate certification testing.

Skills

Embedded firmware

ARM Cortex-M

ARM Cortex-A

C/C++ programming

Real-time systems

Grid-tied inverter knowledge

Diagnostics and debugging

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science or related field

Tools

BSP

Bootloaders

Device drivers

Emulators

Lab tools

Job description

At Canadian Solar, our vision is to make lives better by bringing electricity powered by the sun to millions of people worldwide. As a leading manufacturer of solar panels, inverters, and energy storage solutions, we've been an industry front-runner since our founding in 2001. Our commitment to sustainability is reflected in all parts of our organization as we navigate the complexities of a booming industry.Throughout Canadian Solar's subsidiaries, e-Storage, Recurrent Energy, MSS and CSI Solar Co., we invest in our employees' growth. Our training programs and promotional opportunities ensure we all can continue to learn. We understand the importance of work-life balance and provide various flexible work options to support our employees' well-being. Join our team to "Make the Difference" by creating a lasting positive impact on the world and the communities where we operate.Position Title: Senior ARM Firmware EngineerDepartment: Inverter FirmwareCompensation: $100,000 – $150,000 + annual bonusReports To: Director of Digital Inverter FirmwareLocation: Kitchener, Ontario – HybridAbout the Role:The Senior Embedded Firmware Engineer owns the design, development, optimization, and lifecycle support of embedded firmware running on ARM‑based processors used in grid‑tied inverters and utility‑scale energy storage systems. This role requires deep expertise in ARM Cortex‑M / Cortex‑A platforms, and real‑time development, inverter control support, and grid‑code compliance. You will play a critical technical role in delivering robust, certifiable, and high‑performance firmware that integrates tightly with power electronics hardware, FPGA/DSP subsystems, and system‑levelResponsibilities:Architect, design, and implement embedded firmware for ARM‑based processors used in inverters, power converters, and energy storage subsystemsDevelop and maintain real‑time firmware in embedded C/C++, including task scheduling, interrupt handling, drivers, and applicationsTranslate system, control, and grid‑code requirements into traceable firmware requirements and robust designsImplement inverter features such as communication, protections, fault handling, diagnostics, and monitoringSupport compliance with grid and firmware standards (UL 1741 SB, IEEE 1547, UL 1998) and certification testing activitiesCollaborate with hardware, controls, systems, and validation teams to ensure system‑level performance and reliabilityDebug complex firmware issues, perform root‑cause analysis, and optimize performance using lab tools and emulatorsParticipate in firmware architecture reviews, code reviews, and technical risk assessmentsMaintain clear firmware documentation and contribute to process improvement and release qualityRequired Qualifications and Skills:Educational background in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science or a related fieldAt least 5 years' of experience in professional firmware development experience in embedded or real‑time control systemsStrong experience developing firmware on ARM‑based processors (e.g., Cortex‑M, Cortex‑A) for industrial or power electronics applicationsProficiency in embedded C/C++, real‑time programming concepts, and interrupt‑driven designAbility to design and maintain board‑support packages (BSP), bootloaders, and device driversSolid understanding of grid‑tied inverter operation, digital control concepts, and protection strategiesWorking knowledge of grid‑code behaviour such as anti‑islanding, ride‑through, and grid support functionse-STORAGE is Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status.e-STORAGE uses AI-assisted tools during parts of the hiring process, including screening and workflow automation. All final hiring decisions are made by humans.This is a current vacancy, and we are actively hiring for this position.#CanadianSolar