Senior Hardware Developer - Robotics (Job Req #2025-356)

Ross Video; Ottawa; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading broadcast technology firm in Ottawa is seeking an experienced Hardware Developer to join their robotics team. You will engage in new product development, resolving complex customer issues and collaborating closely with software engineers. Ideal candidates have over 8 years of hardware development experience, especially in robotics and automation. The role includes a hybrid work model, offering flexibility and a dynamic working environment with a focus on creativity and innovation.

Benefits

Competitive salaries

Comprehensive health plans

Flexible hours

Paid time off

Fitness/wellness allowance

Employee share ownership program

Social activities and events

Qualifications

• 8+ years HW development experience with expertise in Robotics/Automation technologies.
• Experience designing dynamic systems including motors & drive trains control.
• Debug skills, proficient using typical lab-based equipment.

Responsibilities

• Participate in evaluation of robotics technology developments.
• Close cooperation with Software team for hardware and firmware implementation.
• Hands-on testing/validation of new designs.

Skills

HW development experience

Robotics / Automation technologies

Problem solving skills

C++

Python

Matlab modelling

FPGA development languages

Agile development methods

Education

Bachelor / Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline

Tools

Lab-based equipment

Job description

Overview

Why Work at Ross Video? We have a great group of people working together to create and deliver cutting edge products that look amazing and are easy to use. We go all out so that our customers can have the best possible experience and achieve quality results. With a product focus, continual learning, results driven processes, and creative thinking, we constantly strive to improve our solutions and to deliver results. If you've ever watched live television, news, sports, or entertainment, you've seen our products in use. All of the major Hollywood award shows, most professional sports teams, and many of the largest broadcasters in the world use Ross Video technology. Get behind the scenes and learn about what it takes to make live events possible. If that resonates, and you’re someone with integrity, commitment, and a strong drive to deliver great products, we’d love to hear from you.

Job Overview:

Ross Video has a world leading family of live broadcast robotic systems. You will be part of a small, multi-disciplined and highly skilled team, where cross fertilization of knowledge is actively encouraged. The robotics team is based in Ottawa. Our robotics production facilities are located in Iroquois. You will be involved in exciting new product development as well as product sustaining and customer support. Whilst Ross has excellent technical support and manufacturing teams, you will be called upon to resolve the more complex customer issues or assist the factory in issues with production.

Who you report to: Senior Manager, Hardware Development

What we offer:

Ross offers competitive salaries, comprehensive health plans, and several perks to help you perform at your best. Some of these perks include flexible hours, generous paid time off, fitness/wellness allowance, an employee share ownership program, development support, and a ton of fun social activities and events! Best of all, you will be part of the Ross Video family, and we\'ve got an energizing environment here.

What the job is all about:

• Participate in evaluation of robotics technology developments with a key focus on actuator, sensor & compute platform technologies, and architecture best-practice developments. Propose solutions / improvements in line with product strategy.
• Close cooperation with Software team to ensure clear implementation plan between Hardware and Firmware.
• Generate both specification & design documentation to develop mechatronic solutions as part of a cross functional team. Develop schematics and support detailed board layout for designs:
• • Circuit design
  • DC power design
  • Motor control / tuning
  • FPGA development
• Hands-on testing / validation of new designs.
• Develop test features that can be utilized by manufacturing test and product verification.
• Support other staff members as necessary through entire NPI process flow – including design, documentation, sourcing, manufacture and test.
• Close cooperation with production team.
• Lead troubleshooting investigations at system level and hardware level as required as part of NPI, Manufacturing and Field issues as required.

Who you are:

• 8+ years HW development experience with expertise in Robotics / Automation technologies.
• Bachelor / Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline.
• Experience designing dynamic systems including motors & drive trains control.
• Digital / Analog interface protocol knowledge essential.
• C++, Python experience preferred.
• Matlab modelling experience, or equivalent preferred.
• Experience in FPGA development languages an asset.
• Debug skills, proficient using typical lab-based equipment.
• Experience in the product design cycle, including New Product Introduction (NPI).
• Understanding of digital video and associated audio standards a plus.
• Experience in working with Agile development methods is considered an asset.
• Strong problem solving skills.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Creative, organized and very detail oriented.
• Self-starter, quick learner and are able to work with minimum supervision in meeting schedules and project deadlines.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Able to work independently or as part of a team.

Other requirements:

• Office & Laboratory environment.
• Occasional travel may be required.
• Hybrid work stream – at least 3 days in lab per week.

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

At Ross, we embrace diversity, and we want you to bring your authentic self to work. We are committed to building a team that includes a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. Inclusivity drives innovation and creativity, and that’s something we’re passionate about at Ross! We believe everyone should be able to enjoy a rewarding career at Ross, regardless of race, colour, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, veteran status, physical or mental disability. If a disability means that you need any additional support during the recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition and we will make all reasonable efforts to accommodate your request.