Software Engineer - Embedded

Collage; Oakville; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Electrans Technologies Ltd. in Oakville, ON seeks an embedded software engineer to design, implement, and maintain embedded applications for on-vehicle products and internal testing equipment.

You will work across hardware, manufacturing, and software domains in a fast-paced environment. The role involves developing for baremetal/RTOS/embedded Linux, collaborating with stakeholders, and contributing to tools, data engineering, and infrastructure projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in software engineering, computer engineering, CS or related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 4+ years of embedded software development experience.
• Proficiency in C/C++ for embedded development on microcontrollers (ARM Cortex-M).
• Experience with embedded Linux userspace applications using Python or C++.
• Experience with hardware debugging tools (logic analyzers, oscilloscopes).
• Knowledge of CAN, I2C, SPI, UART and HTTP/WebSockets/MQTT.
• Familiarity with Linux and Bash; Git version control.
• Bonus: IoT telemetry stack, NXP S32K, ISO 26262/13849, CI/CD, SQL/InfluxDB, Grafana, Docker/Kubernetes, cloud infra, networking, cybersecurity.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, test, debug, and maintain baremetal, RTOS, and embedded Linux userspace applications for on-vehicle products and internal equipment.
• Engage with internal and external stakeholders to support field operations and monitor system performance.
• Create and maintain technical documentation and specifications.
• Develop tools and test specifications to support PCB bring-up and QA activities.
• Take ownership of projects and drive them forward.
• Collaborate with hardware, manufacturing, and cross-functional teams to exceed stakeholder expectations.
• Support non-embedded software activities such as web development, data engineering, and infrastructure management.

Skills

Embedded software development

C/C++ for embedded

Python

AI tools (Claude Code)

Git

CAN bus

I2C

SPI

UART

Linux Bash

Web/HTTP/WebSocket/MQTT

Education

Bachelor's degree in software/related field

Tools

FreeRTOS

Zephyr RTOS

Embedded Linux

Logic analyzers

Oscilloscopes

Docker

Kubernetes

PostgreSQL/InfluxDB

Grafana

Cloud platforms (GCP/AWS/Azure)

Job description

Software Engineering Full Time Oakville, ON $75,000 - $105,000 CAD per year

At Electrans Technologies Ltd. (ETL), our purpose is to unlock the full potential of intelligent transportation systems and create lasting, positive change in the commercial vehicle industry. We are a dynamic and multidisciplinary company that is committed to innovation and is specialized in the design and manufacturing of advanced on-vehicle robotic and embedded systems. Our software engineering team spans a broad range of subdisciplines, including the development and management of embedded software applications, safety-critical systems, IoT devices, databases and infrastructure, product manufacturing and testing equipment, and web-based tools.

Job Description:

We are looking for a highly capable and versatile embedded software engineer to join our team. Working closely with our engineering team and colleagues across the organization, you will develop embedded applications for both our on-vehicle products and internal testing and manufacturing equipment. While embedded software engineering is the primary focus of this role, the role is broad, and there will be opportunities to take ownership of software engineering activities in other areas, such as web development, data engineering, and infrastructure management. The ideal candidate will have deep embedded software expertise, an interest in working across different software engineering domains, and a passion for developing cutting-edge technology in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

• Designing, implementing, testing, debugging, and maintaining baremetal, RTOS, and embedded Linux userspace applications for our on-vehicle products and internal product testing and manufacturing equipment
• Engaging with internal and external stakeholders to support field operations activities, monitor system performance, and implement customer feedback
• Creating and maintaining technical documentation and specifications
• Developing tools and test specifications to support PCB bring-up and QA activities
• Taking ownership of projects and the initiative to drive them forward
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams (e.g., hardware engineering, manufacturing, and more) to ensure products exceed stakeholder expectations
• As needed, supporting non-embedded software engineering activities, such as those related to web development, data engineering, and infrastructure management

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in software engineering, computer engineering, computer science, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience)
• 4+ years of experience in embedded software development
• Proficiency with C and/or C++ for embedded development, including baremetal and RTOS (e.g., FreeRTOS, Zephyr, or similar) programming on microcontrollers (e.g., ARM Cortex-M)
• Experience developing embedded Linux userspace applications using languages such as Python or C++
• Experience with hardware debugging tools and techniques (e.g., logic analyzers, oscilloscopes)
• Knowledge of embedded communication protocols such as CAN, I2C, SPI, and UART
• Knowledge of internet communication protocols such as HTTP, WebSockets, and MQTT
• Experience with AI coding tools like Claude Code
• Experience with Git and version control workflows
• Familiarity with Linux and Bash

Bonus Requirements:

• Experience with the full IoT telemetry system software stack
• Exposure to the NXP S32K MCU family
• Knowledge of the SAE J1939 protocol or other vehicle communication standards
• Experience developing safety-critical software or familiarity with functional safety standards such as ISO 26262 or ISO 13849-1
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines, including for embedded targets
• Experience with SQL (specifically PostgreSQL) and time series (specifically InfluxDB) database management, including writing/optimizing queries and building visualizations with tools such as Grafana
• Experience managing on-premises and cloud server infrastructure (e.g., on-premises Linux servers; cloud platforms such as Google Cloud, AWS, or Microsoft Azure), including containerization and orchestration tools such as Docker and Kubernetes
• Knowledge of computer networking fundamentals
• Knowledge of cybersecurity fundamentals

This is a position to fill an existing vacancy.

Electrans may use AI as part of their recruiting process.

Electrans Technology Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to barrier-free, inclusive employment practices and a work environment in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Should you require accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process - the application, interview, or assessment stages - please contact us so that we can work with you to meet your accessibility needs.