Software Engineer Embedded Systems (Sensor Integration)

Ottawa, ON

Mist Mobility Integrated Systems Technology is a pioneering company in the field of precision aerial delivery and recovery systems including the Sherpa family of GPS guided parafoils, Space Recovery Systems, LaunchPADS Multi-Mission Manager, SkyLink Parachutist Navigation and Situational Awareness System, and other support equipment. With a strong commitment to innovation and excellence, we have established ourselves as the industry leader. Our cutting-edge technologies and solutions are trusted by military and commercial customers worldwide. We are seeking a talented and motivated Software Engineer with expertise in embedded systems and sensor integration. In this role, you will be responsible for developing and optimizing software solutions for integrating a variety of sensors, including GPS, windspeed sensors, temperature sensors, IMU (Inertial Measurement Units), barometers, magnetometers, and turn rate sensors. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with embedded software development, real-time systems, and sensor fusion algorithms.

What will you be doing?

• Sensor Integration & Firmware Development: Design, develop, and integrate software for embedded systems to interface with GPS, windspeed, temperature, IMU, barometer, magnetometer, and turn rate sensors. Ensure smooth and accurate sensor data collection.
• Embedded Systems Programming: Write efficient, reliable, and maintainable code for embedded systems, primarily in C/C++ or similar languages, with a focus on low-level hardware interaction and real-time performance.
• Sensor Fusion Algorithms: Develop and implement sensor fusion algorithms that combine data from multiple sensors (e.g., GPS, IMU, magnetometer) to generate accurate outputs such as position, velocity, orientation, and other relevant parameters.
• Testing and Debugging: Conduct thorough testing of embedded systems and sensor integration to ensure correct functionality, signal processing, and performance under various conditions. Use debugging tools and techniques to identify and resolve issues.
• Optimization & Performance Tuning: Optimize code for performance, memory usage, and real-time requirements. Ensure the system meets strict performance and latency requirements.
• Collaboration & Documentation: Work closely with cross-functional teams including hardware engineers, product managers, and data scientists to design, develop, and validate sensor-based solutions. Document code, algorithms, and system designs thoroughly.
• System Design & Prototyping: Contribute to system design and architecture discussions, including making recommendations for hardware selection, sensor configurations, and software design best practices.

What do we need from you?

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 3+ years of professional experience in embedded software development.
• Proficient in C/C++ for embedded systems and real-time operating systems.
• Experience with sensor integration, specifically working with GPS, IMU, windspeed sensors, temperature sensors, barometers, magnetometers, and turn rate sensors.
• Familiarity with sensor fusion techniques and algorithms, such as Kalman Filters or complementary filters.
• Strong understanding of embedded systems, microcontrollers, and hardware-software interaction.
• Experience with embedded communication protocols like I2C, SPI, UART, and CAN.
• Proficiency in debugging and performance optimization for embedded systems.
• Ability to design and implement low-latency, high-reliability solutions for sensor-based applications.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in a collaborative team environment.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with real-time operating systems (RTOS).
• Familiarity with Python, MATLAB, or similar tools for sensor data analysis and simulation.
• Knowledge of wireless communication protocols like Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, or Zigbee.
• Experience with environmental sensor calibration and error correction techniques.
• Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git) and agile development processes.

Compliance Statement

This position may require exposure to export-controlled information and is subject to additional security screening. In the event information provided during the security screening reveals ineligibility to access export-controlled information, any offer of employment may be reconsidered or withdrawn.

MMIST values diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

If you require accommodation due to a disability at any time during the recruitment and/or assessment process, please contact Talent Acquisition and we will make all reasonable efforts to accommodate your request.