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Firmware Engineer (15-Month Contract)

$90k - $125k
Temporary

Delta-Q Technologies

About Delta-Q Technologies:

Delta-Q Technologies () develops and supplies battery chargers to original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) of electric vehicles and industrial equipment. Delta-Q's unique blend of engineering capability in high-efficiency power electronics and embedded software design delivers innovative battery charging solutions to meet the evolving needs of its customers. With over 4 million vehicles and industrial machines already using its products, Delta-Q's innovation is enabling the widespread adoption of environmentally friendly electric drive systems. Delta-Q was founded in 1999 and is a privately held company located in Vancouver, Canada.

What We Value:

Perseverance: We face challenges head-on, stay committed and finish what we start.

Innovation: We continually challenge the status quo, generate new ideas, and apply smarter solutions.

Collaboration: We work together, actively listen, speak openly, and support each other across teams.

Driving Results: We set clear goals, take ownership, and deliver with urgency.

We're passionate about creating a sustainable business and contributing to a greener future for the world. We have a Vision to 'Charge The Future' and we mean it.

At the end of the day, it's what keeps us going.

About ZAPI GROUP:

Delta-Q is part of the ZAPI GROUP of companies (), a global leader in motion control, battery charging, and autonomous navigation software for electric and hybrid drive systems. As a full-solution supplier, the ZAPI GROUP can support every component OEMs need to design effective electric vehicles that meet cost goals and comply with tightening environmental standards.

Position Summary:

Delta‑Q is seeking an experienced embedded software professional to play a key technical role within a multi‑disciplinary engineering team. This position is responsible for leading complex firmware development initiatives, driving architectural improvements, and providing advanced technical guidance across product lines. The Engineer designs, develops, optimizes, and validates embedded software with a focus on reliability, scalability, and long‑term maintainability. The ideal candidate demonstrates technical leadership, mentors junior engineers, and actively contributes to advancing Delta‑Q's software capabilities.

This position is a full time, temporary contract for 15+ months.

Specific Duties:

  • Designs, implements, and optimizes embedded firmware for microcontroller‑based systems
  • Develops new firmware features and enhancements to meet evolving product and system‑level requirements
  • Diagnoses and resolves firmware issues across multiple hardware platforms and product variants
  • Defines and executes validation and verification strategies to ensure robust performance and reliability
  • Collaborates closely with hardware, systems, and test engineers to integrate, debug, and refine embedded solutions
  • Conducts and guides peer code reviews, promoting high coding standards, maintainability, and compliance with best practices
  • Creates, reviews, and maintains detailed technical documentation including architecture documents, design specifications, and test procedures
  • Provides support to application engineering, product support teams, and manufacturing to resolve escalated technical challenges
  • Tracks development progress, manages technical risks, and communicates status and recommendations to stakeholders
  • Contributes to continuous improvement initiatives in firmware architecture, development processes, toolchains, and workflows
  • Stays informed on emerging technologies, industry advancements, and best practices in embedded software engineering, and assesses their applicability
  • Performs other duties in support of engineering and organizational objectives as required

Requirements

  • Degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Electronics, or a related discipline
  • Previous professional work experience in embedded software development in a production or high‑reliability environment
  • Proficiency in C for firmware/embedded systems, with strong debugging and optimization skills
  • Experience with microcontroller platforms (e.g., Renesas RX, TI MSP430, STM32, NXP)
  • Understanding of embedded development tools and toolchains (compilers, debuggers, IDEs)
  • Working knowledge of RTOS concepts and hands‑on experience with real‑time operating systems (e.g., FreeRTOS, Zephyr)
  • Ability to analyze and interpret hardware schematics, component datasheets, and system‑level interactions
  • Hands-on experience using lab equipment such as oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, DMMs, and power supplies for advanced debugging
  • Understanding of software development lifecycles, Agile methodologies, and best engineering practices
  • Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git, SVN) and branching strategies for large codebases
  • Analytical and problem‑solving skills with meticulous attention to detail
  • Written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts clearly
  • Works independently, drives initiatives, and collaborates effectively across teams
  • Consistently exhibit and model Delta‑Q values (Collaboration, Perseverance, Innovation, Driving Results)

Benefits

Base Salary: $90,000 - $125,000 per year plus bonus.

The compensation offered will be determined by experience, qualifications, knowledge, and skills.

Additional Benefits:

  • Annual incentive (bonus) program
  • Comprehensive health and dental benefits with Sunlife Financial
  • Paid time off including vacation plus 8 days of personal time per year
  • $300 annual Health Spending Account
  • Employee & Family Assistance programming with Inkblot Therapy/GreenShield
  • In-house gym and showers
  • Free employee parking
  • EV charging stations
  • Dog-friendly office
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