Senior Embedded Software Design Engineer

Aversan Inc; Burlington; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a Senior Embedded Software Design Engineer to lead projects in developing software for complex electro-optical surveillance systems. In this role, you will architect and design software solutions, manage project tasks, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve software issues. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in C/C++ programming and experience with real-time operating systems. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge technology and drive continuous improvement within the engineering department. Join a team where your expertise will shape the future of embedded systems!

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in Computer or Electrical Engineering required.
• Strong experience in embedded software design using C/C++.
• Familiarity with Agile processes and ISO 12207 standards.

Responsibilities

• Develop and verify software for complex electro-optical systems.
• Manage project tasks and support engineering teams.
• Architect software solutions and mentor junior engineers.

Skills

C/C++ programming

Embedded software design

Agile development

Complex algorithm implementation

Software architecture

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Engineering

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

VxWorks

Threadx

Embedded Linux

Job description

Senior Embedded Software Design Engineer

Location: Burlington, ON

Responsibilities

• Responsible for assigned projects of embedded software development to achieve operational targets, established by leadership.
• Manage project tasks with team members allocated to the specific project.
• Responsible for managing complex project initiatives of strategic importance to the organization.
• Architect, design, develop, document, and verify software for complex electro-optical surveillance systems.
• Provide support to Engineering, Manufacturing and Customer Support teams to solve software issues.
• Support the estimation and planning of new products and features and the Agile development process.
• Support Software Engineering in company product development reviews.
• Contribute to continuous department improvement processes, including comprehensive information gathering and data analysis.
• Review the software contributions of other team members.
• Participate in developing and maintaining relevant engineering design practices, processes, and standards.
• Work is guided by individual annual goals and objectives with general oversight or direction.
• Responsible for providing guidance, coaching, and training to other employees within area of expertise.
• Ability to build and maintain professional relationships within and outside of engineering.
• Demonstrated ability to architect complex software systems.
• Demonstrated ability to research, design and implement complex algorithms.
• Ability to understand the operation, design, and control of complex electro-mechanical systems.
• Proven track record for creating innovative solutions to difficult problems on budget and on time.
• Develop a strong presence across engineering and other areas of the business to maximize collaboration and synergy an effort to meet project goals.
• Watch for new technologies and leadership trends that may impact present and future product development.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent.
• Strong experience designing software for embedded microprocessors using C/C++.
• Experience targeting real time operating systems such as VxWorks or Threadx.
• Strong knowledge of embedded C and C++ software architecture for real-time systems.
• Strong knowledge of modern source code management.
• Experience developing for embedded ARM processors.
• Experience targeting embedded Linux.
• Proven track record for developing software within an Agile software process.
• Good understanding of the ISO 12207 software development standard.
• Strong knowledge of embedded communications standards such as I2C, SPI, CAN, Serial, Ethernet.
• Strong knowledge of Avionic communication standards such as 1553, Arinc-429.
• Familiarity with both Windows and Linux as host operating systems.