Director, Systems Engineering

Toronto, ON
Full-time

Our client, a pioneering technology company at the forefront of AI and next-generation computing, is seeking a Director of Systems Engineering to lead a talented and highly skilled team. The company is focused on advancing performance, efficiency, and scalability in AI systems, combining hardware and software innovations to deliver best-in-class solutions.

In this role, you will manage a small team responsible for end-to-end systems engineering, from pre-silicon activities through to production. You will play a pivotal part in the bring-up of advanced processors through firmware development, while gaining experience with cutting-edge hardware and embedded system design. This is an exciting opportunity for a hands-on technical leader with a passion for driving innovation in a rapidly growing field.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and mentor a team to deliver world-class, open-source firmware solutions.
• Oversee processor, board, and system bring-up and validation.
• Collaborate with the hardware design team for pre-silicon validation and deliverables.
• Design, develop, and maintain system firmware for embedded devices and systems.
• Develop system-level APIs and firmware functionality to meet product requirements.
• Innovate on test infrastructure to reduce testing time and improve efficiency.
• Build out CI/CD pipelines to ensure high-quality firmware deliverables.
• Architect and develop frameworks for automating verification, data analysis, and debugging.
• Manage debugging activities across all phases of product development.

Experience & Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field with 15+ years of experience.
• 8+ years of leadership experience in a high-tech engineering environment.
• Strong programming skills in C, C++, and Python.
• Deep understanding of computer architecture and embedded systems design.
• Experience with scripting, test automation, and debugging tools.
• Familiarity with circuit design, power regulation, and signal propagation.
• Hands-on experience with lab equipment like oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and protocol analyzers.
• Passion for AI and machine learning.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally to resolve issues.

* Candidates must be authorised to work in Canada without requiring visa sponsorship *