Embedded Software Designer

Fidus Systems

Senior Embedded Software Designer at Fidus, specializing in developing complex embedded software systems. Leading projects in communication, networking, and video applications within a high-tech design firm.

Posted 6/18/2026full-timeOttawa • 🇨🇦 CanadaSeniorLead💰 CA$100,000 - CA$150,000 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AssemblyLinuxPythonRTOS

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and contribute to embedded software development projects
Develop and maintain BSP-level software for embedded Linux, RTOS, and bare-metal systems
Implement device drivers, manage kernel configurations, and utilize build systems
Design and debug software for FPGA SoCs
Collaborate on HW/SW/FPGA integration
Define architecture and set technical direction for projects
Lead project teams, mentoring and guiding designers
Work closely with customers to understand requirements
Employ best design practices to produce maintainable and high-quality code
Stay current with emerging technologies

Requirements

What you’ll need

Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent
Minimum 8 years' experience in BSP-level software development within embedded Linux, RTOS, or bare-metal environments
Minimum 2 years' experience as a technical lead
Expertise in embedded software design, including communication, networking, and video applications
Strong experience with embedded Linux, including Yocto or PetaLinux flows
Practical experience with FPGA SoCs, especially Xilinx or equivalent
Proficiency in C, C++, and assembly programming
Familiarity with device driver development for Linux and real-time OSes
Experience with software upgrade processes and bootloaders like u-boot
Skills in HW/SW/FPGA integration and debugging
Strength in object-oriented design principles and implementation
Knowledge of scripting languages such as Python, Bash, and TCL
Excellent communication skills, fluency in English, and ability to work effectively in a team and with clients

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision plans
Matching GRSP contributions
Annual profit-sharing bonus
Other supplementary benefits

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Hard Skills & Tools

BSP-level software developmentembedded LinuxRTOSbare-metal systemsdevice driversFPGA SoCsCC++assembly programmingscripting languages

Soft Skills

leadershipmentoringcommunicationteamworkcustomer collaborationproblem-solvingdesign practicestechnical directiondebuggingobject-oriented design