Firmware Developer
At a glance
Mid-level Embedded & Firmware role at ASSA ABLOY. Mississauga · CA$100,000–CA$125,000 base.
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What you'll do
- Build and maintain firmware for electronic locking products, keeping it aligned with hardware and product functions
- Write embedded C for microcontrollers running RTOS environments and support I2C, SPI, UART, BLE and Wi-Fi connections
- Trace firmware faults to their causes, then troubleshoot and resolve them
- Work with hardware and engineering teams to connect firmware with sensors, peripherals and communication modules
- Help validate and verify products, prepare firmware updates and documentation, and support production teams
What you bring
- Five to seven years developing embedded firmware or software
- Strong C skills and experience with embedded systems and microcontroller-based products
- Knowledge of I2C, SPI and UART, plus experience with BLE or Wi-Fi
- You are legally authorized to work in Canada
Who this fits
This mid-level role suits an embedded developer who can work independently and alongside engineering teams. It is based on-site in Mississauga, Ontario, with occasional travel of up to ten percent and extra hours at times. The posting prefers post-secondary study in computer engineering, electrical engineering, computer science or a related area.
From the employer
Firmware Developer – Wesko Locks
At Wesko Locks, our mission is to be the customer-centric leader of value based-locking solutions in North America. Our Mississauga-based team works together to create products and services that add everyday simplicity and convenience to people's lives.
We are seeking an experienced Firmware to design, develop, test, and maintain embedded firmware for Wesko Locks’ electronic products. This role will help ensure that our firmware is reliable, performs effectively, integrates with hardware designs, and supports product functionality, connectivity, and user experience
This position reports to the Director of Engineering and is based on-site in Mississauga, Ontario.
What will you be doing
- Design, develop, test, and maintain embedded firmware for electronic locking products
- Develop firmware for microcontroller-based systems using C and RTOS environments
- Implement and support communication protocols such as I2C, SPI, UART, BLE, and Wi-Fi
- Debug, troubleshoot, and resolve firmware issues through root cause analysis
- Collaborate with hardware and engineering teams throughout product development
- Integrate firmware with sensors, peripherals, and communication modules
- Support product validation, testing, and verification activities
- Assist with firmware releases, updates, and technical documentation
- Provide technical support to production and other internal teams
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and new product development
- Perform additional duties as required
What are we looking for
- 5–7 years of embedded firmware or software development experience
- Post-secondary education in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field preferred
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Strong proficiency in C programming
- Experience with embedded systems and microcontroller-based products
- Knowledge of communication interfaces such as I2C, SPI, and UART
- Experience with wireless technologies such as BLE and Wi-Fi
- Familiarity with RTOS, Git, and development tools
- Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively
Additional Requirements
- Legally eligible to work in Canada
- Occasional travel up to 10% may be required
- Available to work occasional additional hours based on business needs
What we offer
We’re passionate about providing amazing opportunities and benefits, so that you can enjoy a lifelong career with us.
- Continuous professional development opportunities and an environment that fosters internal growth and mobility.
- Competitive compensation and benefits package which includes multiple healthcare options, tuition reimbursement, and matching retirement plan.
- Generous holiday schedule and paid time off to refresh and recharge.
- Employee pricing on our products and discount programs for travel, entertainment, and more!
- Collaborative team environment
Compensation
This posting is to fill a vacant role. Compensation for this role is $100,000– $125,000 per year (based on experience). We may use technology-assisted or automated tools to support parts of the recruitment process; all hiring decisions are made by our team.
We review applications regularly, so don’t hesitate, apply today!
Join Us
ASSA ABLOY welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates participating in all aspects of the selection process.
Experience a safer and more open world with ASSA ABLOY/Wesko Locks apply today!
We are the ASSA ABLOY Group
Our people have made us the global leader in access solutions. In return, we open doors for them wherever they go. With nearly 63,000 colleagues in more than 70 different countries, we help billions of people experience a more open world. Our innovations make all sorts of spaces – physical and virtual – safer, more secure, and easier to access.
As an employer, we value results – not titles, or backgrounds. We empower our people to build their career around their aspirations and our ambitions – supporting them with regular feedback, training, and development opportunities. Our colleagues think broadly about where they can make the most impact, and we encourage them to grow their role locally, regionally, or even internationally.
As we welcome new people on board, it’s important to us to have diverse, inclusive teams, and we value different perspectives and experiences.
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