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Senior Embedded Systems Engineer (Woodbridge, Ontario)
@ PerkinElmer Scientific Canada ULC
Woodbridge, Ontario
Overview
PerkinElmer Scientific Canada ULC is hiring a Senior Embedded Systems Engineer in Woodbridge, Ontario, full time. The role develops firmware and programmable logic for NexION, QSight and MS2400 mass spectrometers and supports an internal Rust and JavaScript web application. It requires close work with software, electrical and mechanical teams, with pay of $90,000 to $115,000 a year.
Pay:
$90,000–$115,000 a year
Responsibilities:
- Design and maintain embedded firmware and FPGA logic for mass spectrometers
- Translate product requirements into embedded system architectures
- Support internal web applications built with Rust and JavaScript
- Collaborate with software, electrical and mechanical teams
- Identify and mitigate technical risks across development cycles
Requirements summary:
- Electrical engineering degree (computer engineering considered with hardware experience)
- Minimum 5 years of experience
- Proficiency in C/C++ and Rust
- Expertise in embedded Linux and Xilinx Vivado
- Proficiency in VHDL FPGA development
Tools & skills
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-11-02
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-14
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-05
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Job details
| Seniority | Senior |
| Department | Engineering |
| Experience | 5+ years |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Work setting | Office, Laboratory |
| Position | Mostly sitting |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Languages | English |
| Education | Bachelor’s degree (required) |
| Fields of study | Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering |
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PerkinElmer Scientific Canada ULC
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 4 |
When joining PerkinElmer, you select an experienced and trusted leader in scientific solutions, with the support of a global service network and distribution centers, providing the right solution, at the right time, to meet critical customer needs. With over an 80+ year legacy of advancing science and a mission of innovating for a healthier world, our dedicated team collaborates closely with commercial, government, academic and healthcare customers to deliver our broad portfolio of analytical solutions, and OneSource services.
Job Title
Senior Embedded Systems Engineer (Woodbridge, Ontario)
Location(s)
WoodbridgeJob Description
Job Summary:
The Senior Embedded Systems Engineer will develop firmware and programmable logic for mass spectrometers, specifically the PerkinElmer NexION (ICP-MS), QSight (LC/MS/MS) and MS2400 (GC/MS) instruments. They will also support our internal Web based application coded in the Rust language and JavaScript. The role requires close collaborations with software, electrical and mechanical teams within PerkinElmer.
Job Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and maintain embedded firmware and programmable logic devices for mass spectrometry systems.
- Translate product requirements into embedded system architectures and technical solutions.
- Contribute to the conceptualization and development of next-generation mass spectrometry products.
- Support and enhance internal web-based applications built with Rust and JavaScript.
- Collaborate with software, electrical, and mechanical engineering teams to ensure integrated system performance.
- Identify, assess, and mitigate technical risks throughout development cycles.
- Stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends to inform product strategy and innovation.
- Prioritize team success, demonstrating strong collaboration and communication across stakeholders.
Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities of this job at any time.
Qualifications:
- Degree in Electrical Engineering (Computer Engineer degree considered if H/W experience).
- Minimum 5 years’ experience. Proficiency in C/C++ Programming skills. Proficiency in Rust programming and JavaScript/HTML for web-based applications.
- Expertise in embedded Linux systems and development tools.
- Experience with AMD/Xilinx Vivado development environment.
- Familiarity with Eclipse or Visual Studio Code based firmware development.Proficiency in FPGA development skills (VHDL language).
- Strong understanding of real time software development and multithreading concepts.Able to read and understand electrical schematics.
- Fundamental understanding of digital electronic circuitry design.Knowledgeable on control system concepts.Understanding of communication protocols like Ethernet, TCP/IP, USB and Wi-Fi, SPI, RS-485, CAN, I2C.Good oral and written communication as well as strong presentation skills.
- Experience with system architecture design.
- Ability to work with cross-functional teams - excellent group interaction and negotiating skills
- Customer focus, value driven – passionate about working to develop applications to address customer needs.
- Demonstrated organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks with different priorities.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Xilinx Zynq based development an asset.
- Analog electronic circuitry development skills an asset.
The annual compensation range for this full-time position is $90,000 to $115,000. The final base pay offered to the successful candidate will be determined by factors including internal equity, work location, as well as individual qualifications, such as job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
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