RTOS Kernel Software Developer

Location: Ottawa ON

Term: Contract

High Tech Genesis is seeking a talented Embedded Software Engineer to join our team and contribute to the design and development of software for embedded systems.

As a successful candidate your responsibilities will include:

• Develop and implement software for embedded devices and systems, covering the entire process from requirements gathering to production and commercial deployment.
• Develop, code, test, and debug system software.
• Review code and design, focusing on improving efficiency, stability, and scalability of system resources.
• Integrate and validate new product designs.
• Develop, integrate, and troubleshoot bootloaders and Linux device drivers.
• Work with ARM-based embedded processors, particularly System-on-a-Chip (SoC) devices like Altera SoC and Xilinx Zynq.
• Demonstrated experience with network protocols such as TCP/IP, UDP, VLAN and experienced with Marvel switches.
• Demonstrate knowledge of related interfaces and technologies, including IP stack, storage, USB, I2C, SPI, PCIe, and DMA systems.
• Utilize embedded Linux development frameworks like Yocto and Buildroot, along with relevant cross-compilation tools.
• Support software QA efforts and optimize I/O performance.
• Provide post-production technical support for products.
• Collaborate with hardware design and development teams to ensure seamless system integration.
• Assess and integrate third-party and open-source software solutions.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Proven experience in software engineering, particularly in embedded systems design with preemptive, multitasking real-time operating systems.
• Proven experience in designing and developing software for embedded systems, specifically those that utilize real-time operating systems (RTOS) with preemptive, multitasking capabilities.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as C or C++.
• Practical experience in the development and troubleshooting of embedded systems and Linux device drivers.
• Familiarity with software configuration management tools, defect tracking systems, and peer review processes.
• Strong understanding of OS coding techniques, IP protocols, interfaces, and hardware subsystems.
• Ability to interpret schematics and data sheets for hardware components.
• Excellent documentation and written communication skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.

High Tech Genesis Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Diversity and inclusion are at the core of our values.

Please be advised:

1. Applicants must have the legal right to work in Canada.
2. Kindly submit your resume in MS Word format upon application for this position.