Senior Embedded Software Designer

BTA Design Services; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology design services company headquartered in Ottawa is seeking a Senior Embedded Software Designer. The ideal candidate will possess over 8 years of experience in embedded software development, primarily using Embedded C and C++. Responsibilities include developing embedded software for Linux and RTOS, as well as low-level driver development. They offer a balanced work environment emphasizing appreciation and engagement.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in embedded software development.
• Experience designing and bringing up BOOTROMs.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop embedded software for Linux and RTOS environments.
• Create base layer and middleware embedded software.
• Perform low level hardware driver development.

Skills

Embedded C

C++

Assembly

Python

RTOS (Zephyr or FreeRTOS)

Embedded Linux

BIOS architecture and design

Low level hardware driver development

High-quality embedded software practices

Analytical skills

Interpersonal communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or computer science

Tools

Xilinx FPGAs

PCie

Ethernet

UART

I2C

SPI

Job description

About Us:
Headquartered in Ottawa, BTA Design serves the electronic design community in Canada and beyond, specializing in ASIC and FPGA design and verification, and embedded software development services. We augment and enhance our clients’ teams and accelerate the development of complete designs.

We’re adaptable and efficient, with a brilliant staff at our core. We aim to be the best at what we do.

Our success continues to fuel growth. We are currently searching globally for a number of key technical resources, including a Senior Embedded Software Designer.

Key Responsibilities:

• Specification and development of embedded software for use in embedded Linux and RTOS environments.
• Development of base layer and middleware embedded software.
• Low level hardware driver development.
• Architecture and design of a new system, implementation and testing of new code integrated with existing and third-party code.

Key Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, computer science or a closely related discipline.
• 8+ years of experience in embedded software development.
• Strong experience in Embedded C and C++, Assembly, Python
• Strong experience with RTOS (e.g. Zephyr or FreeRTOS) or Embedded Linux
• BIOS architecture and design experience preferred.
• Experience in embedded driver development
• Low level architectural understanding and development experience with embedded processors sub-systems (ARM required, RISC-V preferred)
• Experience designing and bringing up BOOTROMs preferred and Board Support Pacakges (BSPs)
• Knowledge and experience in the following types of SOCs is highly desired: AI, GPU, multimedia, HPC, networking, automotive
• Experience with PCie, CXL, DP, HDMI, USB, Ethernet, RDMA
• Experience with low level drivers like SPI, UART, I2C, MDIO driver development and testing.
• Experience with Xilinx FPGAs an asset.
• Experience developing high-quality embedded software utilizing excellent software engineering practices required.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving skills and attention to detail are assets
• Team player – excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Why Work Here?
We offer interesting work in challenging, stimulating technical environments with companies that lead the world in technology and innovation.

We recognize that our strength is in the individuals who join our team, so at BTA Design Services, we foster an environment where everyone is appreciated, trusted and engaged. We recognize that work-life balance is important and we strive to provide our employees with challenging roles that also allow them to enjoy family, friends and life outside of work.