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Linux Device Driver Jobs in Ontario (NOW HIRING)

Experience with device driver development for Linux or Real-Time Operating Systems * Excellent analytical and troubleshooting abilities Nice-To-Have: * Experience with scripting languages * Hands-on ...

Embedded Systems Engineer

Hamilton, ON · On-site

$90K - $120K/yr

Develop Embedded Linux software on application processors - write and port kernel drivers, edit device trees, and integrate userspace components * Bring up new boards alongside hardware engineers ...

Strong embedded Linux experience across the full stack: bootloader (u-boot), kernel and device drivers, device tree, Yocto / build system, and user-space integration. * Proficient in C/C++ for ...

Strong embedded Linux experience across the full stack: bootloader (u-boot), kernel and device drivers, device tree, Yocto / build system, and user-space integration. * Proficient in C/C++ for ...

QNX Camera Technical Lead

Ottawa, ON · On-site

CA$108K - CA$158K/yr

Hands-on experience with device driver development * Proficiency in C and C++ * Experience with ... Experience working with QNX, Linux, or Android systems * Experience in a Technical Lead or Team ...

QNX Camera Technical Lead

Ottawa, ON · On-site

CA$108K - CA$158K/yr

Hands-on experience with device driver development * Proficiency in C and C++ * Experience with ... Experience working with QNX, Linux, or Android systems * Experience in a Technical Lead or Team ...

Hands-on experience with device driver development * Proficiency in C and C++ * Experience with ... Experience working with QNX, Linux, or Android systems * Experience in a Technical Lead or Team ...

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How much do linux device driver jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for linux device driver in Ontario is $58.57, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $50.48 and $70.67 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Linux Device Driver vs Kernel Module Developer?

AspectLinux Device DriverKernel Module Developer
Primary RoleDesigning, developing, and maintaining device drivers for LinuxCreating and managing kernel modules, including device drivers and other kernel extensions
Required SkillsLinux kernel programming, C, hardware interactionLinux kernel development, C, module programming
Work EnvironmentEmbedded systems, hardware integration, Linux OSKernel development, Linux OS, system-level programming
CertificationsLinux certifications (e.g., Linux Foundation Certified Engineer)Linux kernel development courses, certifications

While Linux Device Drivers focus specifically on creating drivers for hardware components, Kernel Module Developers work on broader kernel extensions, including device drivers. Both roles require Linux kernel expertise and C programming skills, often overlapping in work environment and certifications.

What are Linux Device Drivers?

Linux device drivers are specialized software components that allow the Linux operating system to communicate with hardware devices, such as network cards, storage drives, or input devices. These drivers translate generic OS instructions into device-specific operations, enabling the hardware to function correctly with Linux. They are typically written in C and integrated into the kernel, either as part of the core kernel or as loadable modules. Developing and maintaining device drivers is crucial for hardware compatibility and system stability.

What are some common challenges faced by Linux Device Driver developers, and how can they be addressed?

Linux Device Driver developers often encounter challenges such as debugging kernel-level code, managing hardware compatibility, and ensuring stability across different Linux distributions. Working at the kernel level means that a small mistake can lead to system crashes or security vulnerabilities. To address these issues, developers typically rely on robust debugging tools like printk, kgdb, and static analysis tools, as well as thorough documentation and upstream community support. Collaboration with hardware engineers and regular code reviews also play a crucial role in ensuring reliability and maintainability.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Linux Device Driver Engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Linux Device Driver Engineer, you need strong C programming skills, a deep understanding of operating systems concepts, and experience with hardware-software integration, usually supported by a degree in computer science or electrical engineering. Familiarity with Linux kernel development, version control systems (like Git), and debugging tools such as GDB or printk is typically required. Problem-solving ability, attention to detail, and effective communication are vital soft skills for collaborating with hardware and software teams. Mastery of these skills ensures efficient development, troubleshooting, and maintenance of reliable device drivers critical to system functionality.
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Infographic showing various Linux Device Driver job openings in Ontario as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 35% Full Time, 48% Part Time, and 17% Temporary. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $121,816 per year, or $58.6 per hour.
Staff Firmware Engineer - memory constrained embedded system development/data center interconnect...

Staff Firmware Engineer - memory constrained embedded system development/data center interconnect...

Marvell

Ottawa, ON

Full-time

Posted 24 days ago


Job description

About Marvell

Marvell's semiconductor solutions are the essential building blocks of the data infrastructure that connects our world. Across enterprise, cloud and AI, and carrier architectures, our innovative technology is enabling new possibilities.

At Marvell, you can affect the arc of individual lives, lift the trajectory of entire industries, and fuel the transformative potential of tomorrow. For those looking to make their mark on purposeful and enduring innovation, above and beyond fleeting trends, Marvell is a place to thrive, learn, and lead.

This is an existing vacancy.

Your Team, Your Impact

Marvell is a leading provider of innovative technologies, including ultra-fast read channels, high-performance processors, leading edge transceivers, highly efficient analog designs, and powerful cryptographic engines. These solutions address all segments of the hard disk drive (HDD) and solid-state drive (SSD) electronics markets, providing complete solutions including controllers, product firmware, and reference board designs. Many of the same technologies have been utilized in Marvell system solutions products, powering PCs, servers, cloud, and enterprise systems.
This position is for the optics DCI (Data Center Interconnect) Firmware team which develops embedded software for Marvell's high speed coherent fiber transceivers used for scale across communication, moving data between data centers worldwide. This position will involve in product requirement definition and analysis, feature and device driver development, Application and API development, testing, and issue debugging, etc.

What You Can Expect

Evaluate and define the DCI product firmware feature requirements.
Design, implement and optimize DCI FW features and make it optimized and reusable for other products.
Perform failure analysis by using various tools and equipment (identify issues, duplicate problems and fix the issues).
Work across teams/sites, which includes but not limits to: Application and project management team on requirements, DVT team on feature and performance analysis and improvement, Hardware team on hardware schematics review, Architecture team on standard.

What We're Looking For

Required:

  • Bachelors, Masters, or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related technical fields.
  • 5+ years of experience in memory constrained embedded system development.
  • 3+ years of experience of firmware development on device driver and peripherals like I2C, I3C, SPI, etc.
  • Strong programming skills using C and python.
  • Good understanding and experience on RTOS.
  • Understanding of embedded SoC, micro-controller architecture (RISC-V a plus), memory-mapped hardware interfaces, GPIOs, ISRs.
  • Comprehension of hardware design schematics.
  • Familiarity with lab equipment such as oscilloscopes, multimeter, power supplies, logic analyzer, and debuggers like JTAG.
  • Strong problem-solving and customer debug skills on real hardware in the lab.
  • Highly effective communication and presentation.

Preferred:

  • Experience with Optical Transceivers, Coherent DSP, Laser, optical components, PID control.
  • Experience with developing/debugging Linux device driver, software state machines, context saving, error handling.
  • Knowledge of OIF CMIS, OSFP, SFP, optics, git, Makefile, gdb, IDEs, bash.
  • Understanding of signal processing: histograms, BER, SNR, sampling phase, Shannon limit, impulse & frequency response, FFT, etc.

Expected Base Pay Range (CAD)

98,100 - 130,800, $ per annum

Additional Compensation and Benefit Elements

With competitive compensation and great benefits, you will enjoy our workstyle within an environment of shared collaboration, transparency, and inclusivity. We're dedicated to giving our people the tools and resources they need to succeed in doing work that matters, and to grow and develop with us. For additional information on what it's like to work at Marvell, visit our Careers page.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.

Interview Integrity

To support fair and authentic hiring practices, candidates are not permitted to use AI tools (such as transcription apps, real-time answer generators like ChatGPT or Copilot, or automated note-taking bots) during interviews.

These tools must not be used to record, assist with, or enhance responses in any way. Our interviews are designed to evaluate your individual experience, thought process, and communication skills in real time. Use of AI tools without prior instruction from the interviewer will result in disqualification from the hiring process.

This position may require access to technology and/or software subject to U.S. export control laws and regulations, including the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). As such, applicants must be eligible to access export-controlled information as defined under applicable law. Marvell may be required to obtain export licensing approval from the U.S. Department of Commerce and/or the U.S. Department of State. Except for U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, or protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), all applicants may be subject to an export license review process prior to employment.

Marvell may employ artificial intelligence technologies to assist in the evaluation of job applications. All application reviews include meaningful human involvement, and no hiring decisions are made solely on the basis of automated processing.

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