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Firmware Developer

Posted about 2 months ago

OfficeWaterloo, Ontario, Canada

Our team at Blackline Safety is growing! As a people-driven technology company, with a mission to make sure every worker returns home safely, we drive innovation, practice resiliency, demonstrate leadership, go the extra mile for our customers, and empower our people to be their best.

The Firmware Developer will work collaboratively with hardware engineers, software developers, and product managers to develop and optimize firmware for Blackline Safety's products. Firmware Developers are responsible for writing, testing, and debugging embedded systems code for our safety devices and supporting the full lifecycle of product development, from design to deployment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design, implement and test new features and products using TDD
  • Develop drivers for peripherals, new hardware, and processors
  • Add support for new gas detection sensors on connected cartridge boards
  • Release new firmware across multiple products

About You  

  • Degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering
  • 5 years of experience in embedded systems development, including RTOS and low‑level driver development
  • Experience using C/C++ in an embedded environment
  • Experience working with an embedded RTOS
  • Experience writing low level drivers
  • Object Oriented Design and Development experience
  • Ability to optimize code for space or size depending on the requirement

Total Rewards 

At Blackline Safety, we offer more than just a job—we offer a career with purpose. Our Total Rewards offerings are designed to support the diverse needs of our global workforce and vary based on employment type and location. They may include: 

  • Competitive base salary and annual compensation review 
  • Comprehensive health and dental benefits* 
  • Mental health and wellness support 
  • Flexible work arrangements and hybrid work model for eligible positions 
  • Paid vacation, personal and sick days* 
  • Professional development opportunities 
  • Education funding  
  • A collaborative, inclusive, and mission-driven culture  
  • Exclusive access to perks and discounts 
  • A flexible ‘Dress for Your Day’ environment 

*Eligibility and coverage vary by employment type and region.  

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion 

Blackline Safety is powered by the diversity of our talented employees. We are an equal opportunity employer. We consider all applicants, regardless of age, religion, race, color, ancestry, gender, gender identity or expression, disability, national origin, race, or sexual orientation. We enthusiastically encourage all individuals to apply for positions that fit their passions.

If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact us at [email protected]. We are committed to ensuring an accessible and equitable experience for all candidates. 

Join Us 

If you’re passionate about technology, safety, and making a difference, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and help us build a safer, more connected world. 

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Waterloo, Ontario, Canada
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Discover the G8, the most connected safety wearable, ensuring worker safety with real-time monitoring, advanced gas detection, and seamless communication across diverse industries.

Employees
551
Industry
Software Development
Headquarters
Calgary, Alberta
Founded
2004
Company location
803 24 Ave SE, Unit 101, Calgary, Alberta T2G 1P5, CA
Specialties
Employee Safety Monitoring, lone worker, lone worker monitoring, gas detection, wireless gas detection, work alone safety, Real-time safety, connected safety, emergency response management, and data analytics

Key team members

Barbara Holzapfel

Barbara Holzapfel

Kelly Vanstory

Kelly Vanstory

Allan Lester-Olivier

Allan Lester-Olivier

James Petryk

James Petryk

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