Software engineer jobs in Canada

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Counted Nov 5, 2026

Hiring at a glance

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Open jobs: 3,488
Employers: 1,228

Advertised starting pay

Average starting payCAD / year: $130,473Across 516 listings
Average starting payCAD / hour: $63.12Across 113 listings
Average starting payUSD / year: $168,607Across 28 listings

Employer-advertised starting pay, not employee salaries. Currencies and pay periods stay separate.

Where work happens

Remote: 9%325 listings
Hybrid: 41%1,437 listings
On-site: 49%1,705 listings

Not specified: 1% (21 listings)

Employers hiring include Amazon (122), Virtusa (68), Electronic Arts (62).

Sources & calculation notes

These figures describe the listings on this role page at the date shown, not the whole job market. Listings can change.

Employer-listed minimums from at least 10 listings per currency and pay period. These are advertised starting amounts, not employee salaries. Jobs without a minimum and unusual amounts are excluded.

Hybrid and on-site classifications may be inferred from descriptions. Check the original ad. How we count

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- Full-time
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- Full-time
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- Full-time
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Embedded Software Designer
Fidus Systems
Kitchener, ON
- Full-time
…leading-edge electronic product development, with hardware, embedded software, FPGA/ASIC, and signal integrity teams working together to design and deliver next-generation products for…
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- Full-time
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Embedded Software Designer
Fidus Systems
Ottawa, ON
- Full-time
…leading-edge electronic product development, with hardware, embedded software, FPGA/ASIC, and signal integrity teams working together to design and deliver next-generation products for…
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Embedded Software Designer
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Toronto, ON
- Full-time
…leading-edge electronic product development, with hardware, embedded software, FPGA/ASIC, and signal integrity teams working together to design and deliver next-generation products for…
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Embedded Software Designer
Fidus Systems
Montreal, QC
- Full-time
…leading-edge electronic product development, with hardware, embedded software, FPGA/ASIC, and signal integrity teams working together to design and deliver next-generation products for…
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Markham, ON
- $132,000 to $198,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
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Ottawa, ON · Kanata, ON
- Full-time
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Forward Financing
Remote, Canada
- $200,000 to $250,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
- Remote
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Toronto, ON
- $195,000 to $228,000 CAD / year
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Ottawa, ON
- Full-time
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Embedded Software Designer
Fidus Systems
Remote, Canada
- Full-time
- Remote
…leading-edge electronic product development, with hardware, embedded software, FPGA/ASIC, and signal integrity teams working together to design and deliver next-generation products for…
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Embedded Software Designer
Fidus Systems
Remote, Canada
- Full-time
- Remote
…leading-edge electronic product development, with hardware, embedded software, FPGA/ASIC, and signal integrity teams working together to design and deliver next-generation products for…
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Embedded Software Designer
Fidus Systems
Remote, Canada
- Full-time
- Remote
…leading-edge electronic product development, with hardware, embedded software, FPGA/ASIC, and signal integrity teams working together to design and deliver next-generation products for…
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Embedded Software Designer
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Remote, Canada
- Full-time
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…leading-edge electronic product development, with hardware, embedded software, FPGA/ASIC, and signal integrity teams working together to design and deliver next-generation products for…
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Fidus Systems

Embedded Software Designer

Montreal, QC, Canada

Annual base salary ranges from $100,000 to $150,000. · Full-time

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Job details

Pay: Annual base salary ranges from $100,000 to $150,000.
Job type: Full-time
Apply by: Apr 3, 2027
Posting language: English
Posted: Sep 10, 2026

Original job description

Fidus is a global high-tech design firm headquartered in Ottawa, with additional design centres in Kitchener-Waterloo and San Jose. We specialize in leading-edge electronic product development, with hardware, embedded software, FPGA/ASIC, and signal integrity teams working together to design and deliver next-generation products for clients in emerging technology markets.

Position Overview/Mandate:

The Senior Embedded Software Designer plays a key role in designing and delivering complex embedded software systems for Fidus clients. You will lead and contribute to embedded software development across communication, networking, and video applications - developing BSP-level software, implementing device drivers, integrating with FPGA SoCs and hardware, and setting technical direction for project teams.

This role is ideal for someone with deep embedded expertise who enjoys working with new technologies, takes pride in producing maintainable, high-quality code, and is ready to provide technical leadership and mentorship while working closely with customers.

Make an Impact with US:

At Fidus, you'll work on high-speed, high-complexity electronic systems, often using emerging technologies before they reach the broader market. You'll collaborate across FPGA/DSP, hardware, embedded software, verification, SI/PI, PCB layout, and mechanical/thermal design as part of cross-functional teams delivering real products for our clients.

In practice, that means contributing to projects in areas such as space and satellite systems, next-generation communications and networking, high-performance compute and storage platforms, advanced video, imaging, VR/AR applications, and industrial, medical, and automotive systems. You won't be limited to a single product or industry - your work will follow the technology, not just one roadmap.

Requirements

What You'll Be Doing:

Lead and contribute to embedded software development projects, focusing on communication, networking, and video applications
Develop and maintain BSP-level software for embedded Linux, RTOS, and bare-metal systems
Implement device drivers, manage kernel configurations, and utilize build systems such as Yocto or PetaLinux
Design and debug software for FPGA SoCs, integrating with hardware and other system components
Collaborate on HW/SW/FPGA integration, interpreting schematics and datasheets to ensure robust system functionality
Utilize tools like oscilloscopes and logic analyzers for effective debugging and optimization
Define architecture and set technical direction for projects
Lead project teams, mentoring and guiding multiple designers to ensure high-quality outcomes
Work closely with customers to understand requirements and exceed expectations
Employ best design practices to produce maintainable and high-quality code
Stay current with emerging technologies and methodologies, bringing innovative solutions to the team and projects

Who You are:

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, with proven leadership in project teams, technical architecture, and direction-setting
Expertise in embedded software design, including communication, networking, and video applications
Strong experience with embedded Linux, including Yocto or PetaLinux flows, build systems, packaging, kernel configurations, and device drivers
Practical experience with FPGA SoCs, especially Xilinx or equivalent
Proficiency in C, C++, and assembly programming, with an understanding of tools and best practices for embedded environments
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 using schematics, datasheets, oscilloscopes, and logic analyzers
Strength in object-oriented design principles and implementation
Knowledge of scripting languages such as Python, Bash, and TCL
Embraces AI as part of a modern engineering toolkit
Excellent communication skills, fluency in English, and ability to work effectively in a team and with clients
Strong technical leadership, emphasizing quality design practices
Willingness to learn new technologies and tackle complex challenges

Benefits

This role is being posted to fill an existing vacancy.

Annual base salary ranges from $100,000 to $150,000. The final offer within this range takes into account the variations in knowledge, skills, experience, and market conditions, and with consideration to internal equity.

Our competitive compensation package also includes a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, matching GRSP contributions, annual profit-sharing bonus, along with other supplementary benefits.

We also recognize that candidates show interest throughout different career stages and welcome all applications. When there is a great fit, the level of the role may be shifted as applicable.

Curious what it's actually like to work here? Take a look at our Working at Fidus page.

About Fidus & Why Work Here

Since 2001, Fidus has completed over 4,000 projects for more than 400 customers across industries including Telecom/Datacom, Aerospace & Defence, Consumer, Semiconductors, Industrial/Automotive Controls, and Medical. As a Premier Adaptive Computing Partner for AMD North America, we combine deep technical expertise with industry-leading tools to solve complex design challenges.

Fidus designs high-speed, high-complexity electronic systems using emerging technologies, often well before they reach the broader market. Our teams work across FPGA/DSP, hardware, embedded software, verification, SI/PI, PCB layout, and mechanical/thermal design to deliver real products for our customers.

Our work spans space and satellite systems, next-generation communications and networking, high-performance compute and storage platforms, advanced video and imaging, and industrial, medical, and automotive systems. We are not tied to a single product or industry - our work follows the technology, not just one roadmap.

At Fidus, collaboration is at the core of how we work. We value openness, trust, and shared ownership, and we create an environment where people are encouraged to contribute ideas, learn from one another, and have a meaningful impact through the work they do.

If all of this excites you, has your attention, and you can't wait to join our amazing team and work environment, then we want to hear from you!

Fidus has a commitment to ensure a fair and transparent recruitment process. Automated tools (including AI) support our initial screening of applicants against our job posting to identify candidates whose qualifications, experience, and skills align most closely with the position requirements. All further candidate assessments and final selection are conducted by our human recruitment team. AI does not make any final hiring decisions.

Thank you for your interest in Fidus. We welcome and encourage diverse candidates to apply. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Fidus is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

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Responsibilities

Lead and contribute to embedded software projects for communication, networking, and video applications, including BSP development, device drivers, kernel configuration, and FPGA SoC integration. Set technical direction, mentor project teams, collaborate with customers and cross-functional engineering teams, and debug and optimize systems using hardware tools and design documentation.

Requirements

Requires a degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or an equivalent field, at least 8 years of BSP-level embedded software experience, and at least 2 years in a technical leadership role. Candidates should have expertise in embedded Linux, RTOS or bare-metal systems, Yocto or PetaLinux, FPGA SoCs, C/C++ and assembly, device drivers, bootloaders, hardware integration, and technical communication.

Skills

Embedded Software Development
Embedded Linux
Real-Time Operating Systems
Board Support Packages
Device Driver Development
Yocto
PetaLinux
FPGA SoCs
C
C++
Assembly Programming
Hardware/Software Integration
Technical Leadership
Python
Bash
TCL

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Annual Profit-Sharing Bonus
Supplementary Benefits

Visa sponsorship

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Keywords

Embedded Software
Embedded Linux
Real-Time Operating Systems
Bare-Metal Systems
Board Support Packages
Device Drivers
Yocto
PetaLinux
Kernel Configuration
Build Systems
FPGA SoCs
Xilinx
C
C++
Assembly
U-Boot
Python
Bash
TCL
Communication Systems
Networking
Video Applications
Hardware/Software Integration
Oscilloscopes
Logic Analyzers
Object-Oriented Design
Technical Leadership
Bootloaders
FPGA
Signal Integrity

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