Senior Firmware Engineer — On-site Ottawa, Drive Ocean Tech

RBR Ltd.; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology firm specializing in oceanographic instruments is seeking a Senior Firmware Engineer to join their R&D team. The ideal candidate will define and develop embedded firmware applications for advanced oceanographic tools, ensuring robust solutions in a fast-paced environment. Candidates should have a strong foundation in C/C++ programming and extensive experience in firmware architecture and troubleshooting. This position offers competitive benefits, including a flexible work environment and opportunities to impact climate science directly.

Benefits

20 days of vacation plus paid sick days

Benefits from day 1 & RRSP contribution matching

Bonus program

Annual fitness reimbursement program

Greener commuting incentive program

EV reimbursement program

Charitable donation matching

Monthly Friday lunches

Team events and social activities

Collaborative work environment

Qualifications

• 10+ years of engineering experience with at least 7 years in firmware development.
• Hands-on experience with low‑power microcontrollers (STM32/ARM preferred).
• Experience working in an Agile development process.

Responsibilities

• Define and support the design and development of embedded firmware applications.
• Implement best practices in software development methodologies.
• Take ownership of your projects from concept to deployment.

Skills

C programming

C++ programming

Firmware architecture

Troubleshooting with JTAG

Agile development

Communication protocols knowledge

Real-Time Operating Systems

Electronic schematics comprehension

Excellent communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science

Tools

JTAG tools

Logic analyzers

Oscilloscopes

Jira

Confluence

Job description

A technology firm specializing in oceanographic instruments is seeking a Senior Firmware Engineer to join their R&D team. The ideal candidate will define and develop embedded firmware applications for advanced oceanographic tools, ensuring robust solutions in a fast-paced environment. Candidates should have a strong foundation in C/C++ programming and extensive experience in firmware architecture and troubleshooting. This position offers competitive benefits, including a flexible work environment and opportunities to impact climate science directly.