Job Description

Job Summary:

We are seeking a skilled Microcontroller Programmer to design, develop, and maintain embedded firmware for microcontroller-based systems. The ideal candidate will work closely with hardware, electrical, and product design teams to implement reliable, efficient, and high-performance embedded solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop and maintain firmware for microcontrollers (8-bit, 16-bit, and 32-bit MCUs) Write, debug, and optimize embedded C/C++ code Interface firmware with hardware peripherals (GPIO, ADC, DAC, timers, interrupts) Implement and debug communication protocols (UART, SPI, IC, USB, CAN, RS232/RS485) Support board bring-up, debugging, and validation on new hardware designs Collaborate with hardware engineers on schematics and PCB layouts Implement bootloaders, firmware update mechanisms, and production programming flows Perform code reviews, documentation, and version control Troubleshoot firmware and hardware interaction issues in development and production Support manufacturing and field issue resolution as required

Required Qualifications:

Strong experience programming microcontrollers in

C/C++

Hands-on experience with common MCU families (e.g., STM32, PIC, AVR, MSP430, NXP, Microchip, ESP32) Experience with embedded development tools (IDEs, debuggers, JTAG/SWD) Understanding of real-time constraints and interrupt-driven systems Ability to read schematics and work closely with hardware

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with

RTOS

(FreeRTOS or similar) USB, audio, or signal-processing experience Experience with low-power systems Knowledge of EMC/ESD considerations Familiarity with manufacturing test and programming workflows

Soft Skills:

Strong problem-solving and debugging skills Good communication and documentation abilities Ability to work independently and within cross-functional teams Attention to detail and quality

Education:

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field
(Equivalent experience will be considered)

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Fixed term contract, Casual, Freelance
Contract length: 12 months

Pay: From $110,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Casual dress Dental care Extended health care On-site parking
Application question(s):

Please provide one example of a customer-facing user interface you designed for a consumer electronics or hardware-adjacent product. Include a brief description of your role, the problem you were solving, and any artifacts you can share such as mockups, prototypes, or screenshots. Describe a project you owned from initial concept through delivery. Outline your responsibilities at each stage, including planning, execution, stakeholder coordination, and final rollout. Have you created standard operating procedures or training materials for others to use? If yes, describe the context, who the audience was, and how you ensured consistency and adoption across the team.
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Calgary, AB T2G 5M8