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Senior Embedded Software Engineer, VCS
Rivian and Volkswagen Group Technologies
Vancouver, British Columbia
- $108,200 to $143,430 CAD / year
- Full-time
5+ years of experience in embedded software/firmware development, preferably with vertically integrated consumer products
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Senior Quality Assurance Automation Engineer
Epiphan Video
Ottawa, ON
- Full-time
Embedded systems or firmware testing experience
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Senior Digital Design Engineer
Astera Labs
Toronto, ON
Partner with firmware and embedded software teams to define and validate hardware-software interfaces.
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Sr. Software Engineer
Mosaic Manufacturing
Toronto, Ontario
- $90,000 to $150,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
We are looking for a Senior Software Engineer to help shape our architecture and technical culture on our Software Team. You will work across the stack, from embedded 3D printer edge…
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Sr. Engineer, AI Software/Machine Learning Engineering (C++)
Qualcomm
Markham, Ontario
- Full-time
Design and performance tune modern C++17 code for an embedded system
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Software Developer, Device Platform
Miovision
Remote, Canada
- $80,000 to $110,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
- Remote
…Platform is the critical interchange that sits right on top of our embedded Linux operating systems, seamlessly directing data traffic between our hardware, firmware, and cloud services. We…
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Staff Embedded Firmware Engineer (Contractor)
Arlo Technologies
Richmond, British Columbia · CA - British Columbia - Richmond
- Full-time
Arlo is seeking a highly experienced Staff Embedded Firmware Engineer to lead the development of next-generation IoT and video streaming products. In this technical leadership role, you…
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Senior Embedded Firmware Engineer (Contractor)
Arlo Technologies
Richmond, British Columbia · CA - British Columbia - Richmond
- Full-time
Arlo is seeking a talented Senior Embedded Firmware Engineer to develop next-generation IoT and video streaming products. In this role, you will design, implement, and optimize embedded…
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Firmware Engineer, Staff
Qualcomm
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
We are looking for an experienced Firmware Engineer to lead firmware architecture, development, integration, and bring-up for our SERDES PHY portfolio. The ideal candidate will have…
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Senior Firmware Engineer
Teledyne Technologies Incorporated
Richmond, BC · Canada - Richmond, BC
- Full-time
Senior Firmware Engineer, Machine Vision Cameras
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Firmware Engineer
Teledyne Technologies Incorporated
Richmond, BC · Canada - Richmond, BC
- Full-time
If you enjoy working close to the hardware, this role offers the opportunity to build the firmware that powers advanced industrial imaging products used around the world. As part of…
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Sr Firmware Engineer
Nokia
Ottawa, ON
- Full-time
In this role, you'll be part of a dynamic firmware team focused on Nokia's next-generation Optical Engine for long-haul and metro applications. Working alongside cross-functional teams,…
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Senior Electrical Engineer
MGIS
Ottawa, Ontario
- Contract
Experience with firmware integration and customization for embedded/automotive platforms.
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Sr. Staff Engineer, CPU Software Test Engineer (Server)
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Markham, ON
- Full-time
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Senior Hardware Engineer (Systems) - Onsite Position
Curtiss-Wright Corporation
Ottawa, Ontario · Canada-Ottawa
- Full-time
We’re seeking a passionate, hardware-focused Systems Engineer who thrives on solving complex system-level challenges and is driven to push the boundaries of mission-critical embedded…
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Markham, ON
- Full-time
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Calgary, Alberta
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Systems Engineer to join our Product Development team. In this role, you will be responsible for leading the development, and…
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Firmware Engineer, Principal
Qualcomm
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
…a smarter, connected future for all. As a Qualcomm Software Engineer, you will design, develop, create, modify, and validate embedded and cloud edge software, applications, and/or…
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Firmware Engineer (Internship) - Vancouver
Astera Labs Early Career
Vancouver, BC
· Completed one or more Co-op terms of firmware or embedded software development.
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Software Engineer - New Grad 2026
Cerebras Systems
Remote, Canada
- Full-time
- Remote
As a New Graduate Software Engineer, you will collaborate with world-class engineers to solve real-world challenges across the software stack. You will contribute to software systems that…
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Electrical Engineer
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Victoria, Prince Edward Island
- $90,000 to $120,000 CAD / year
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Intermediate Electrical Design Engineer
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Richmond, British Columbia
- $60,000 to $100,000 CAD / year
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Intermediate Electrical Engineer
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Qualcomm

Firmware Engineer, Principal

Toronto, ON, Canada

Full-time

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Job details

Job type: Full-time
Posting language: English
Posted: Aug 20, 2026

Original job description

Company:

Qualcomm Canada ULC

Job Area:

Engineering Group, Engineering Group > Software Engineering

General Summary:

As a leading technology innovator, Qualcomm pushes the boundaries of what's possible to enable next-generation experiences and drives digital transformation to help create a smarter, connected future for all. As a Qualcomm Software Engineer, you will design, develop, create, modify, and validate embedded and cloud edge software, applications, and/or specialized utility programs that launch cutting-edge, world class products that meet and exceed customer needs. Qualcomm Software Engineers collaborate with systems, hardware, architecture, test engineers, and other teams to design system-level software solutions and obtain information on performance requirements and interfaces.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 8+ years of Software Engineering or related work experience.
OR
Master's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 7+ years of Software Engineering or related work experience.
OR
PhD in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 6+ years of Software Engineering or related work experience.

• 4+ years of work experience with Programming Language such as C, C++, Java, Python, etc.

Firmware Engineer, Principal

The Embedded Software / Firmware Team at Qualcomm develops critical embedded software that powers high-performance multi-standard Serializer/Deserializer (SerDes) PHY IP used in next-generation data center, AI/ML, automotive, and compute applications. Our SerDes IPs support standards such as PCIe, Ethernet, CXL, and are integrated into SoCs and ASICs built by leading semiconductor companies around the world.

The firmware team owns the full embedded software stack that controls the SerDes hardware, including low-level embedded firmware, customer-facing C SDKs, demo & automation scripts, and interactive tools. As a key enabler of silicon bring-up, validation, and production deployment, we work closely with hardware, systems, DV, validation, and application teams across the product lifecycle - from early development to high-volume manufacturing. Replacement Position.

What You Can Expect

Core responsibilities for the firmware team include:

Embedded firmware running on RISC-V-based controllers that manage Qualcomm’s advanced SerDes datapaths
Python and C SDKs provided to customers for SerDes bring-up, calibration, tuning, and diagnostics
Python-based lab tools and GUIs for interactive debug, register access, and validation
Build, regression, and CI infrastructure to ensure code quality and full coverage
You’ll play a key leadership role in delivering robust, production-quality firmware for SerDes PHY IP. You’ll help define architecture, drive features end-to-end, coordinate across cross-functional teams, and directly influence the design and usability of Qualcomm's IP.

In this position, you will be:

Technical or project lead for SerDes firmware on a major IP program, working with a team (2–8 engineers) through planning, development, validation, and customer delivery
Architecting and implementing embedded C/C++ firmware for hardware calibration, training algorithms, DSP adaptations, and link state management
Debugging complex lab and field issues in conjunction with hardware, applications, and validation teams
Driving and collaborating across functions to define FW milestones, plan sprints, close tickets, and ensure delivery of reliable and high-quality features
Translating protocol specifications (e.g. PCIe, Ethernet, CXL) or custom system-level requirements into internal firmware architecture and documentation
Supporting development and silicon bring-up across Qualcomm teams and other sites

Example Problems You’ll Solve

Mentoring a junior engineer through a hard-to-reproduce PHY calibration bug seen in customer silicon
Developing architecture and state machines to handle multi-lane synchronization or adaptive equalization across dynamic conditions
Porting a high-level MATLAB or Python SerDes calibration algorithm to optimized fixed-point firmware
Creating a SerDes diagnostics framework accessible via both SDK and GUI
Using simulation environments and FPGA emulation to validate FW behavior before tapeout
Working with IP hardware architects to influence future revisions based on field debug learnings

What You'll Do

BS/MS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field

7+ years of experience in embedded C/C++ firmware development for hardware IP or SoCs

Technical or team leadership experience in embedded software projects from spec to production

Deep understanding of microcontroller architecture (RISC-V a plus), memory-mapped registers, ISRs, and boot flows

Strong lab debug skills, working directly on silicon with scopes, analyzers, and custom tools

Familiarity with git and modern software development methodologies

Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate across functions and geographies

Preferred Experience:

Knowledge of SerDes, high-speed IO standards (PCIe, Ethernet, UCIe, CXL, etc)

Experience with calibration algorithms, signal conditioning, and adaptive feedback control in hardware

Experience in silicon bring-up and post-silicon debug

Experience in pre-silicon firmware development (DV, emulation, etc)

Knowledge of RTOS or bare-metal FW architectures

Scripting in Python, Bash, etc. for lab automation and testing

Familiarity with digital design concepts (Verilog/SystemVerilog), simulation, and DV flows

Exposure to the OSI model, especially physical and data link layers

Understanding of signal processing concepts such as eye diagrams, jitter, BER, SNR, CTLE/DFE/FFE, etc.

Applicants: Qualcomm is an equal opportunity employer. If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation during the application/hiring process, rest assured that Qualcomm is committed to providing an accessible process. You may e-mail disability-accomodations@qualcomm.com or call Qualcomm's toll-free number found here. Upon request, Qualcomm will provide reasonable accommodations to support individuals with disabilities to be able participate in the hiring process. Qualcomm is also committed to making our workplace accessible for individuals with disabilities. (Keep in mind that this email address is used to provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. We will not respond here to requests for updates on applications or resume inquiries).

Qualcomm expects its employees to abide by all applicable policies and procedures, including but not limited to security and other requirements regarding protection of Company confidential information and other confidential and/or proprietary information, to the extent those requirements are permissible under applicable law.

To all Staffing and Recruiting Agencies: Our Careers Site is only for individuals seeking a job at Qualcomm. Staffing and recruiting agencies and individuals being represented by an agency are not authorized to use this site or to submit profiles, applications or resumes, and any such submissions will be considered unsolicited. Qualcomm does not accept unsolicited resumes or applications from agencies. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, Qualcomm employees or any other company location. Qualcomm is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes/applications.

If you would like more information about this role, please contact Qualcomm Careers.

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Responsibilities

Lead the design and development of embedded firmware for high-performance SerDes PHY IP used in data centers and AI/ML applications. Coordinate cross-functional teams to deliver production-quality firmware, SDKs, and automation tools for silicon validation and deployment.

Requirements

Requires a degree in Engineering or Computer Science with 7-8+ years of experience in embedded C/C++ firmware development. Must have technical leadership experience and deep knowledge of microcontroller architectures and high-speed IO standards.

Skills

Embedded C/C++
Python
RISC-V
SerDes
Firmware Architecture
Silicon Bring-up
PCIe
Ethernet
CXL
Hardware Calibration
DSP
Git
RTOS
Bare-metal FW
Lab Debugging
Digital Design

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Keywords

Firmware
Embedded Software
SerDes
PHY IP
RISC-V
C
C++
Python
PCIe
Ethernet
CXL
UCIe
Silicon Bring-up
Post-silicon Debug
RTOS
Bare-metal
Verilog
SystemVerilog
DSP
Fixed-point Firmware
FPGA Emulation
OSI Model
Jitter
BER
SNR
CTLE
DFE
FFE
CI/CD
SDK

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