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Firmware & Hardware Developer

@ SST Wireless

Richmond, British Columbia

Full-time
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Overview

SST Wireless Inc. is hiring a full-time Firmware & Hardware Developer in Richmond, BC to build firmware for ARM Cortex micro-controllers in wireless sensor products. The role needs in-office work and covers embedded RTOS, serial protocols, RF and hardware troubleshooting.

Responsibilities:

  • Develop firmware for ARM Cortex M and A series micro-controllers
  • Manage serial bus protocols such as SPI, I2C and CAN
  • Connect embedded devices to platforms over USB, Ethernet, Wi-Fi and RS232
  • Contribute to PCB layout and prototype assembly

Requirements summary:

  • Embedded RTOS experience
  • Strong proficiency in C
  • Wireless sensor network and RF experience
  • Regulatory testing including FCC and CE
  • Low power design experience

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Source and dates

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Employer posting date
2022-10-16
First seen by our source
2026-10-14
Source record updated
2026-10-14

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Job details

DepartmentSoftware development
Hours per week40 (estimated)
Travelair: none · ground: none
Work settingOffice, Laboratory
PositionMostly sitting
Physical demandsphysical low · computer high
LanguagesEnglish

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Job description

Who we are

SST Wireless Inc. designs and produces wireless sensor technologies with industrial application. With several new products in the design pipeline, this is an exciting time for creative thinkers who are adept in realizing technical solutions to join us in creating products where your contributions can make a real difference.

As a small, growing team we want you to be able to hit the ground running. We believe innovation is built upon strong fundamentals, fed by those who have kept the spark alive and find reward in the process of making their ideas become reality. Makers and thinkers need apply.

SST is based in Richmond, BC. Our company is growing and is seeking exceptional people to join our team. The role is full time and work in the office is required.

What you would do here

SST Wireless is seeking a Firmware Developer with Hardware knowledge that thrives in a team environment that highly values mutual respect, integrity and cooperative effort. You enjoy working with other smart people and work together to find the best solutions.

Your initial projects will primarily focus on firmware for ARM Cortex M and A series micro-controllers. The A series may involve PRU assembly coding, RTOS code, custom Android builds or Linux. Serial bus protocols such as SPI, I2C, CAN, etc. must evoke no trepidation, nor must writing to other cores such as 8051 or MSP430.

Software skills in managing the upstream interaction of your embedded device with various platforms (eg Windows, cloud databases) over various channels (USB, Ethernet, Wi-Fi, RS232) along with providing a functional interface are valuable. If your talents also extend to PCB layout and prototype assembly, we can certainly make use of all the hats you wear.

About you

For this particular position, there are some core competencies we would like you to have. If you feel we would make a good fit, get in touch with us as soon as possible.

  • Embedded RTOS experience
  • Comfortable with ARM cores
  • Knowledge of Ethernet/Industrial Protocol
  • Wireless sensor network experience
  • RF technologies such as Bluetooth, GPS, Wi-Fi, Cellular
  • Serial protocols such as USB, UART, SPI, CAN
  • RF communications theory/design
  • Good math skills
  • Strong hardware, firmware and software troubleshooting skills
  • Regulatory testing including FCC and CE
  • Low power design experience
  • Be a Linux/Android guru
  • Strong proficiency in C
  • C++/C# skills ice the cake

Get in touch

If you are the right engineer / designer for our company, send us your resume with a cover letter explaining how you can help us reach our goals.

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