Firmware Engineer

Job Title: Firmware Engineer

Job Description

We are seeking a Firmware Engineer to join our team in supporting the development and sustainment of high-fidelity patient simulation devices used in hospital and clinical training environments. These devices are complex systems that integrate embedded firmware, sensors, and software to emulate real-world medical scenarios. This hands-on role is positioned at the intersection of hardware and software, providing visibility across the entire system. You will be a key player, serving as the primary firmware resource on the team, ensuring system performance and contributing to future product evolution.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and troubleshoot firmware for embedded systems.

• Serve as the interface between hardware components (sensors) and software systems.

• Integrate and implement sensors within the broader system architecture.

• Support system sustainment, enhancements, and performance improvements.

• Collaborate cross-functionally with software, electrical, and mechanical engineering teams.

• Utilize technologies including STM32 microcontrollers and CAN bus.

• Operate as the primary firmware engineer on the team, driving ownership and accountability.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in firmware development and Embedded C.

• Experience with STM32 microcontrollers and CAN bus communication.

• Ability to integrate and implement sensors within system architecture.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.

• 4–8 years of experience in firmware or embedded systems development.

• U.S. work authorization required

• Willingness to travel for initial onboarding and training.

Work Environment

The position is on-site with standard working hours. The team includes approximately 50 engineers based in Montreal, encompassing both software and mechanical disciplines. The role offers hands-on involvement with the physical assembly of devices, situated between software and hardware domains. Employees will have exposure to both sustainment activities and future product evolution and design.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Sarasota, FL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $50.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Sarasota,FL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 18, 2026.

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