Senior Electrical Engineer

Magnet Forensics; Canada; Hybrid; CAD 111,000 - 191,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading digital investigative software company in Canada seeks a Senior Electrical Engineer to design and validate embedded systems. Ideal candidates will have 3-6 years of experience in embedded systems and be proficient in circuit board design using Kicad. The role involves collaboration with cross-functional teams and a commitment to innovation and security.

Benefits

Generous Time Off Policies

Competitive Compensation

Volunteer Opportunities

Healthcare and Retirement Benefits

Qualifications

• 3-6 years of experience in embedded systems.
• Strong understanding of electrical engineering principles.
• Proficient in schematic and PCB layout creation.

Responsibilities

• Design and validate embedded systems for production.
• Support board bring-up and integration.
• Write test plans for prototypes and production builds.

Skills

Embedded systems

Circuit board design

Communication skills

Lab tools

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

Kicad

Oscilloscope

Multimeter

Job description

Who We Are; What We Do; Where We’re Going

Magnet Forensics is a global leader in the development of digital investigative software that acquires, analyzes, and shares evidence from computers, smartphones, tablets, and IoT-related devices. We are continually innovating so our customers can deploy advanced and effective tools to protect their companies, communities, and countries.

Serving thousands of customers globally, our solutions are playing a crucial role in modernizing digital investigations, helping investigators fight crime, protect assets, and guard national security.

With employees based around the world, Magnet Forensics has been expanding our global presence. As a part of Magnet Forensics, you can expect to make a difference in the world, no matter what role you play. You’ll be supported through learning and development, not to mention an incredible team with unbelievable talent and integrity.

If you think you would be the right person to join our team working towards this goal, we would love to hear from you!

Overview

We're looking for a Senior Electrical Engineer with prior hands-on experience in electronic product development to join our cross-functional hardware team. You'll help design, validate, and bring to production embedded systems that combine high-speed digital, power, and sensor interfaces in rugged, real-world environments.

This role is ideal for an Engineer ready to take on greater ownership, from schematic design through to bring-up, test, and production support.

NOTE: Candidates must reside in The United States or Canada.

Key Responsibilities:

• Schematic design and PCB layout oversight for digital and mixed-signal systems;
• Support board bring-up and system integration alongside firmware and software teams;
• Write and execute test plans for prototypes and production builds;
• Perform component selection, BOM optimization, and supplier coordination;
• Collaborate with mechanical, firmware, and manufacturing teams on product definition and delivery;
• Own and maintain documentation for designs, test results, and revisions.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Prior experience shipping embedded systems – ideally embedded Linux systems. (3–6 years of experience is ideal);
• Strong understanding of EE principles applied to circuit board design: signal integrity, power delivery, firmware, and peripheral standards (USB, I2C, SPI, etc);
• Proficient in creating schematics and PCB layouts, as well as reviewing them. (We use Kicad.);
• Excellent written and verbal communication. (Being remote, we are a document forward group!);
• Comfortable with lab tools: oscilloscope, logic analyzer, multimeter, etc;
• Familiarity with board-level debugging and prototype rework.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience designing for and debugging USB, Ethernet, or other high-speed interfaces;
• Prior work with complex embedded Linux SOCs or FPGAs (experience with Xilinx FPGAs/ Zynq/ZynqMP is a huge plus);
• Comfortable with writing C for firmware or embedded Linux applications. (Plenty of room to expand here, if interested!);
• Experience with low-power, anti tamper, or mechanical system design;
• Familiarity with compliance testing (EMI/ESD/thermal);
• Some scripting or automation (e.g., Python, test data capture).

Compensation & Benefits:

• The Compensation Range is for the primary location for which the job is posted. Please note that the actual compensation may vary depending on location and job-related factors such as qualifications, experience, knowledge and skills. If you are applying for this role outside of the primary location and you are selected for an interview, the Talent Acquisition Partner can share more information with you.If the compensation structure for the role includes an incentive component (ie. most Sales roles) the range below represents total target compensation (TTC) (base salary + variable).

Compensation Range:

• MIN: $126,000 - MID: $180,000 - MAX: $216,000 USD
• MIN: $111,300 - MID: $159,000 - MAX: $190,800 CAD

Magnet Forensics is proud to offer Benefits such as:

• Generous Time Off Policies
• Competitive Compensation
• Volunteer Opportunities
• Reward and Recognition Programs
• Employee Committees & Resource Groups
• Healthcare and Retirement Benefits

The Most Important Thing

We’re looking for candidates that can provide examples of how they have demonstrated MagnetCODEin their previous experiences:

CARE– We care about each other and our mission to make a difference in the world.

OWN– We are accountable for our results – while never forgetting to act with integrity, empathy, and respect.

DEDICATE– We put our heart and soul into meeting the needs of our customers and helping them serve the people they protect.

EVOLVE– We are constantly innovating and exploring new ways to work together to make an impact with our work.

Here at Magnet Forensics, we are committed to continuous learning and are focused on building a diverse and inclusive workforce. This commitment will be reflected in our hiring processes and embedded in our values and how we treat one another. If you’re interested in this role, but do not meet all of the qualifications listed above, we encourage you to apply anyways.

Magnet Forensics is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetics or any other basis forbidden under federal, provincial, or local law. We are committed to providing an inclusive, accessible recruitment process and work environment. Accommodation is available to all applicants upon request throughout the hiring process. Please contact [e-mail] you require any accommodations.

All offers of employment at Magnet are contingent upon satisfactory completion of a background check. All background checks will be conducted in accordance with all applicable laws. Magnet will consider each position’s job duties, among other factors, in determining what constitutes satisfactory completion of the background check. Refusal to consent to a background check may be grounds for revoking an offer of employment.

US Applicants: Magnet Forensics participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.