Job Title: Firmware Engineer

Location: Ottawa



Job Description

Join our innovative Base Team focused on low-level BSP development and board bring-up. Collaborate closely with FPGA and hardware teams, handling hardware interactions and low-level system integration. We seek a seasoned engineer with a strong command of embedded C and ARM-based systems.

Responsibilities

Own and manage board bring-up processes.Collaborate closely with hardware schematics.Develop and integrate low-level systems software.Work with communication protocols such as I²C, IPC, SPI, UART, and PCIe.Lead complex board-level HW/SW debugging efforts.Engage in hands-on work in the lab with hardware.

Essential Skills

8+ years of experience in embedded or low-level systems software.Expert-level C programming in Linux-based embedded environments.Deep understanding of Linux boot flow, kernel configuration, device trees, and driver development.Strong experience with low-level firmware and bootloader bring-up.Advanced knowledge of hardware interfaces and buses (SPI, I2C, UART, PCIe).Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent experience.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Experience with Debian-based Linux distributions.SONiC experience.Working knowledge of C++ and Python.Shell scripting and automation skills.BSP development and/or Yocto experience.Experience with custom ASICs or FPGAs.Experience in optical or telecommunications systems.

Work Environment

Work on-site with the Base SW, low-level BSP team, utilizing a Linux-based environment. Engage in hands-on lab work alongside dedicated teams in an innovative and technologically advanced setting.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Nepean, ON.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $65.00 - $75.00/hr.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Nepean,ON.

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About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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