Job Description

Votre role

SPARK Microsystems est a la recherche d'un(e) Ingenieur(e) senior en systemes embarques motive(e) pour rejoindre son equipe d'ingenierie hautement qualifiee et innovante situee a Montreal, Quebec. Grace a votre expertise en developpement materiel, micrologiciel et en integration de systemes, vous jouerez un role cle dans la definition, la conception et la direction des conceptions de reference embarquees et des applications de demonstration de SPARK (souris, casques audio, haut-parleurs, detection de proximite, telemetrie, IoT, etc.). Vous aurez l'opportunite de faconner l'avenir de SPARK et de contribuer a la revolution de nombreux produits. Ce poste offre une opportunite stimulante pour un(e) professionnel(le) talentueux(se) de faire une reelle difference dans un environnement dynamique et collaboratif.

Vos Responsabilites

Diriger et superviser l'ensemble du processus de conception des systemes embarques de communication RF, de la conception a la mise en marche, en respectant les delais et en garantissant la qualite des produits. Definir les exigences systeme et l'architecture des plateformes/systemes embarques. Collaborer etroitement avec les equipes materielles, logicielles, de validation QA, ASIC, marketing et experience utilisateur pour assurer l'alignement des exigences et specifications. Offrir un leadership technique et remettre en question les conceptions materielles/logicielles pour garantir la performance optimale du systeme. Animer des revues de conception en assurant le respect des specifications et normes de l'industrie. Encadrer techniquement les membres juniors de l'equipe et favoriser un environnement collaboratif et de partage des connaissances. Valider les fonctionnalites systemes en collaboration avec les equipes de validation et de certification. Identifier et resoudre de facon proactive les problematiques techniques liees a la gestion de l'alimentation, l'integrite du signal, la RF et la CEM, tout en gardant l'objectif de performance et fiabilite. Se tenir informe(e) des technologies emergentes, tendances du secteur et meilleures pratiques en conception embarquee, et contribuer a l'amelioration continue des processus.

Votre profil

Baccalaureat ou maitrise en genie electrique, informatique ou domaine connexe. Plus de 10 ans d'experience en conception de systemes embarques, incluant l'integration materielle et RF. Excellente comprehension des architectures de microcontroleurs, numeriques et analogiques, et des protocoles de communication (RF, UART, I2C, SPI, USB, Ethernet). Experience confirmee en conception et integration de systemes RF (ex. : Bluetooth, UWB, Zigbee, WiFi). Bonne connaissance des cycles de developpement logiciel/materiel embarques, sans toutefois etre directement implique(e) dans le codage. Connaissances des principes DFM (Design for Manufacturing) et DFT (Design for Test). Excellentes capacites de resolution de problemes, esprit analytique aiguise, et creativite face aux defis techniques complexes. Excellentes habiletes de communication et de collaboration. Bilinguisme anglais/francais requis : ce poste implique des echanges reguliers avec des collegues, sous-traitants et clients a l'echelle mondiale. A l'aise avec des cycles de developpement rapides.

Les Atouts

Experience dans les domaines de l'electronique grand public, RF, IoT ou audio. Connaissances des outils de capture de schemas et de layout PCB comme Altium et Kicad. Experience avec les outils de modelisation RF comme Ansys HFSS et SBR+. Experience en programmation C/C++. Experience en conception et debogage materiel.

Les avantages

Une start-up en croissance ou chaque personne joue un role cle dans le succes de l'entreprise. Une equipe passionnee, creative et motivee dans un mode de collaboration etroite. Un lieu ou vous pouvez vous developper et devenir le/la professionnel(le) que vous aspirez etre. Assurances collectives des le premier jour. Regime d'options d'achat d'actions pour les employe(e)s. Une vie sociale animee - evenements/activites, cafes-causeries, diners-conferences, et plus encore ! Horaires flexibles pour concilier travail et vie personnelle. En plus des vacances, conges de maladie et jours feries, SPARK offre des jours de conge supplementaires. Tracances - Prolongez vos vacances a l'etranger et travaillez a distance pendant deux semaines par an.
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Your Role

SPARK Microsystems is looking for a motivated Senior Embedded Systems Engineer to join his highly skilled and innovative Engineering group located in Montreal, Quebec. With your expertise in hardware and firmware development, and systems integration, you will play a key role in defining, designing, and leading SPARK's UWB embedded reference designs and demo applications (mice, audio headsets, speakers, proximity detection, ranging, IoT, etc.) in an Agile Scrum environment. You will have the opportunity to shape the future of SPARK and contribute to revolutionize products. This position offers an exciting and challenging opportunity for a talented professional to make a significant impact within a dynamic and collaborative environment.

Your Responsibilities

Lead and oversee the end-to-end design process for embedded RF communication systems, from concept through to release, ensuring adherence to project timelines and delivering quality products. Define system requirements and architecture for embedded platforms/systems. Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including Hardware, Software, QA Validation, ASIC, Marketing, and user experience experts, to ensure alignment across all design aspects and to define product requirements and specifications. Provide technical leadership and challenge hardware/software designs to ensure optimal system performance. Conduct and lead design reviews, ensuring compliance with specifications and industry standards. Provide technical guidance and mentor junior team members, fostering a collaborative and knowledge-sharing environment. Validate system functionality through close collaboration with the validation and certification teams. Identify and proactively resolve technical system-level issues related to power management, signal integrity, RF, and EMC, while maintaining a focus on product performance and reliability. Stay informed on emerging technologies, industry trends, and best practices in embedded product design, actively contributing to the continuous improvement of design processes and methodologies.

Your Qualifications

Bachelor's or master's degree in electrical engineering, Computer engineering, or a related field. 10+ years of experience in embedded systems design, including RF and hardware integration. In-depth understanding of microcontroller architectures, digital and analog, and communication protocols (RF, UART, I2C, SPI, USB, Ethernet). Proven experience in RF systems design and integration (e.g. Bluetooth, UWB, Zigbee, WiFi). Strong knowledge of embedded software and hardware development life cycles and principles, without being directly involved in coding. Experience with design for manufacturing (DFM) and design for test (DFT) principles. Exceptional problem-solving abilities, with a keen analytical mindset and a drive to find creative solutions to complex technical challenges. Excellent communication and collaboration skills. Must be Bilingual English/French: this role requires to work regularly with co-workers, subcontractors and customers located globally. Understands and deals well with fast development cycles.

The Nice-to-haves

Previous experience in the consumer electronics, RF, IoT, or Audio industry is highly desirable. Knowledge with schematic capture and PCB layout tools such as Altium and Kicad. Experience with RF modelling tools, such as Ansys HFSS and SBR+. Experience in C/C++ coding. Experience in hardware design and debugging.

The Perks

A growing start-up where each person has an important role in the success of the Company. Be part of a passionate, creative and motivated team in a collaborative mode. A place where you can grow and become the professional you want to be. Group insurance from day one. Employee stock option plan. An exciting social life - events/activities, coffee chats, lunch and learns, and more! Flexible hours to balance work/personal life. In addition to vacation, sick leave and holidays, SPARK offers additional days off. Workation - Extend your vacation abroad and work remotely for two weeks per year.
Job Type: Full-time

Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person