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Nokia

Firmware Engineer

Kanata, ON

... controls and monitors nextgeneration optical network equipment ... You'll be writing firmware that runs on highly embedded CPUs within custom Nokia ASICs, directly ...

Nokia

Firmware Engineer

Kanata, ON · On-site

... controls and monitors nextgeneration optical network equipment ... You'll be writing firmware that runs on highly embedded CPUs within custom Nokia ASICs, directly ...

AtHoc

QNX- Academic Partnerships Manager

Ottawa, ON · On-site

CA$96K - CA$135K/yr

... controls, robotics, commercial vehicles, rail, and aerospace and defense. Are you the person we are ... of our embedded technologies and strengthen the global developer ecosystem. Reporting to the ...

Talentlab

Software Developer (Contract)

Ottawa, ON · On-site

Embedded Software Developer Location: Ottawa Contract Duration: 6 months We have partnered with an ... Support secure container images, dependency management, access controls, and auditability.

AtHoc

QNX Senior Technical Project Manager

Ottawa, ON · On-site

CA$108K - CA$158K/yr

QNX technology has been deployed in the world's most critical embedded systems, including more than ... Our Engineering Services team is seeking a Technical Project Manager with recent experience in ...

Talentlab

Software Developer (Contract)

Ottawa, ON

Embedded Software Developer Location: Ottawa Contract Duration: 6 months We have partnered with an ... Support secure container images, dependency management, access controls, and auditability.

AtHoc

QNX Systems Software Developer II (Graphics)

Ottawa, ON · On-site

CA$90K - CA$132K/yr

... controls, robotics, medical devices, commercial transportation, rail, and aerospace and defense ... Integrate QNX Hypervisor and Android onto embedded hardware platforms. * Provide project estimates ...

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What are the typical projects and team interactions like for an Embedded Controls Engineer?

Embedded Controls Engineers commonly work on projects involving the design, development, and testing of control algorithms and embedded firmware for products such as vehicles, industrial equipment, or consumer electronics. You will regularly collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including hardware engineers, software developers, and test engineers to ensure integration and functionality. Most roles involve a mix of individual technical work—such as coding and troubleshooting—and group activities, like design reviews and system validation. This collaborative environment not only builds technical acumen but also provides opportunities for professional growth and exposure to complex, real-world engineering challenges.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Embedded Controls Engineer position, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Embedded Controls Engineer, you need a strong background in electrical engineering, embedded systems programming (typically in C/C++), and control systems theory, often supported by a relevant engineering degree. Experience with real-time operating systems (RTOS), microcontrollers, industry-standard software tools (such as MATLAB/Simulink), and relevant certifications like Certified LabVIEW Developer (CLD) is valuable. Skills such as analytical problem-solving, attention to detail, and effective teamwork stand out in this role. These skills are essential for designing, implementing, and optimizing reliable control systems that integrate seamlessly with hardware under real-world constraints.

What does an Embedded Controls Engineer do?

An Embedded Controls Engineer designs, develops, and implements control systems for embedded devices, typically in automotive, industrial, or consumer electronics applications. They work with microcontrollers, sensors, and actuators to create efficient and reliable systems. Their responsibilities include writing embedded software, troubleshooting hardware-software interactions, and optimizing system performance. They often use programming languages like C/C++ and tools like MATLAB/Simulink for modeling and simulation.

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Firmware Engineer

Firmware Engineer

Nokia

Kanata, ON

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 21 days ago

Nokia rating

8.6

Company rating: 8.6 out of 10

Based on 5 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

5th of 80 rated telecommunications companies

Job description

As an Early Career Firmware Engineer, you'll be part of an agile Scrum team developing software that controls and monitors nextgeneration optical network equipment. You'll be writing firmware that runs on highly embedded CPUs within custom Nokia ASICs, directly enabling industryleading optical hardware.

Advancing connectivity to secure a brighter world.

Nokia is a global leader in connectivity for the AI era. With expertise across fixed, mobile and transport networks, powered by the innovation of Nokia Bell Labs, we're advancing connectivity to secure a brighter world. 

Learn more about life at Nokia.


Our recruitment process

We act inclusively and respect the uniqueness of people. Our employment decisions are made regardless of race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. We are committed to a culture of inclusion built upon our core value of respect.

If you're interested in this role but don't meet every listed requirement, we still encourage you to apply. Unique backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences enrich our teams, and you may be just the right candidate for this or another opportunity.

The length of the recruitment process may vary depending on the specific role's requirements. We strive to ensure a smooth and inclusive experience for all candidates. Discover more about the recruitment process at Nokia. 

Some of our benefits in Canada:
  • Corporate Retirement Savings Plan
  • Health and dental benefits
  • Short-term disability, and long-term disability
  • Life insurance, and AD&D - Company paid 2x base pay
  • Optional or Supplemental life and AD&D insurance (Employee/Spouse/Child)
  • Paid time off for holidays and Vacation
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Tuition Assistance Plan
  • Adoption assistance
  • Employee Assistance Program/Work Life Resource Program

The above benefits exclude students.


Disclaimer for US/Canada

Nokia Maintains broad annual base salary ranges for its roles in order to account for variations in knowledge, skills, experience and market conditions, and with consideration to internal peer equity. Check the salary ranges in the job info section for this role.

All North America job posts will post for a minimum of 7 calendar days and up to 180 days or until candidate/s identified.
  • Previous intern or co-op experience at Nokia or Infinera.
  • Bachelor's in Computer Engineering or equivalent.
  • Experienced with C and C+,+ and Python.
  • One or more areas of experience:  Digital signal processing knowledge, Control Theory, Optical networks, Optical components, embedded cpu. 
  • Agile development, including defining feature acceptance criteria, featur,e and unit testing. 
     
  • Working as part of a scrum team to develop and test firmware features.
  • Collaborate on feature definition, coding, and testing. 
  • Mentor interns and co-ops. 

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