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Embedded Software Developer, Research & Development

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We're looking for a talented Embedded Software Developer to join our team!

We are a global leader creating new industrial and commercial embedded products at our Edmonton R&D centre.

Your contributions will power next-generation embedded solutions for global markets.

With significant investment in digital transformation, this is an exciting time to join us.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

Research and Development: Create new products for global markets

Agile collaboration: Work in a dynamic Agile team delivering cutting-edge solutions.

Embedded Software Development: Under the guidance of senior embedded firmware developers:

Refine requirements with Product Management

Implement firmware for microcontrollers, primarily in Rust (C/C++ experience welcome), including async programming and no_std.

Debug and troubleshoot firmware-hardware interactions using tools like IDE’s, oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, JTAG, and GDB.

Participate in peer review of code for adherence to best practices, bug detection and quality improvement

Testing of code through unit tests, automated test systems and manual testing

Collaborate using GitLab, Jira, and Teams in a Windows or Linux environment (in our Edmonton office four days/week, hybrid one day/week)

YOU HAVE:

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent experience

2+ years of work experience developing and debugging embedded software or firmware in Rust, or C/C++ and a willingness to learn Rust.

Attributes: Motivated, quick learner, able to work independently with direction

Bonus Skills:

Git proficiency

Python or similar scripting

Linux development, kernel programming, U-Boot

Reading datasheets and schematics

Electronic troubleshooting with JTAG, oscilloscopes, etc.

Multi-threaded programming

Communication protocols (RS-232, RS-485, IP, Modbus, CAN bus)

Bare-metal and board bring-up

RTOS (FreeRTOS), ARM, ESP32

Object-oriented design and patterns

Technical documentation skills

Strong communication and collaboration

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