Senior Firmware and Embedded Software Engineer

Humanoid • Burnaby, BC

4d • CA$140,000 - CA$180,000 • Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for an Firmware and Embedded Software Engineer to design and develop the real-time software systems that control our humanoid robots. You will own the development of embedded software for critical robotic subsystems, including motion control, sensor interfaces, communication networks, and hardware abstraction layers that enable reliable and safe robotic operation. This role requires strong fundamentals in embedded programming, distributed hard real-time systems, and hardware-software integration, along with experience building robust software for complex electromechanical systems. You will collaborate closely with mechanical, electrical, and robotics engineers to rapidly prototype, test, and deploy embedded software that powers our robotic platforms. Your work will directly influence the performance, reliability, and responsiveness of Humanoid’s robots.

Requirements

• 5+ years of professional experience developing embedded software or firmware for robotics, embedded systems, or real-time hardware platforms
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Robotics, or a related field
• Strong proficiency in C and C++, with experience using Python for testing or tooling
• Solid understanding of embedded systems architecture and hardware-software interfaces
• Experience with real-time operating systems (RTOS)
• Experience working with communication protocols such as EtherNet, EtherCAT, CAN, SPI, UART, or I2C
• Experience integrating sensors, actuators, and motor control systems
• Familiarity with debugging tools such as oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and in-circuit debuggers
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced multidisciplinary engineering environment.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with robotics frameworks such as ROS or ROS2
• Hands-on experience with FPGA or SoC development
• Experience developing distributed robotic control systems
• Familiarity with agile development methodologies
• Experience with EtherCAT-based motor drivers and real-time control networks
• Experience developing safety-critical or high-reliability embedded systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement embedded software for robotic systems, emphasizing hard real-time performance and reliability as well as safety
• Integrate and optimize hardware and software components, including sensors, actuators, and communication modules
• Analyze and make recommendations on implementation paths with trade-offs
• Write and debug firmware for microcontrollers, FPGAs, ASICs, and SoCs
• Implement and manage communication protocols such as EtherCAT, CAN, UART, SPI, and I2C
• Collaborate closely with mechanical and electrical engineers to ensure seamless system integration
• Perform hardware testing, validation, and troubleshooting of embedded systems
• Analyze system constraints and resource limitations to optimize performance and efficiency
• Develop low-level drivers and interfaces for sensors, motors, and control electronics
• Maintain clear documentation of system architecture, code, and test results for traceability and maintainability
• Own embedded software components from concept through testing and deployment.

Benefits

• Comprehensive extended health benefits starting on your first day, including fully paid medical and dental, virtual care, employee and family assistance, and worldwide emergency medical support.
• Meaningful time off to rest and recharge: 23 days of annual leave (accrued), 15 days of paid sick leave, and paid company holidays.
• Equity included–we believe builders should share in what they build.
• Free daily catered lunch, snacks, and drinks in‑office.
• Collaboration with top‑tier engineers, researchers, and product experts in AI and robotics.
• Freedom to influence the product and own key initiatives.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior