Embedded Software Engineer

Employer

Microhard Systems Inc.

Languages

English

Education

• Bachelor's degree
• or equivalent experience

Work setting

• Telecommunications industry
• Manufacture

Tasks

• Collect and document user's requirements
• Coordinate the development, installation, integration and operation of computer-based systems
• Define system functionality
• Develop flowcharts, layouts and documentation to identify solutions
• Develop process and network models to optimize architecture
• Develop software solutions by studying systems flow, data usage and work processes
• Evaluate the performance and reliability of system designs
• Execute full lifecycle software development
• Plan every step of the integration of a computer-based system
• Prepare plan to maintain software
• Research technical information to design, develop and test computer-based systems
• Synthesize technical information for every phase of the cycle of a computer-based system
• Upgrade and maintain software
• Lead and co-ordinate teams of information systems professionals in the development of software and integrated information systems, process control software and other embedded software control systems
• Usability testing
• Operate automatic or other testing equipment to ensure product quality
• Conduct tests and perform security and quality controls
• Execute and document results of software application tests and information and telecommunication systems tests

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

• Microsoft certified technology specialist (MCTS)
• Red Hat certified engineer (RHCE)
• Certified Computing Professional (CCP)
• Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE)
• A+ Certification

Computer and technology knowledge

• ADA
• Android
• Bourne-again shell
• Cloud
• Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL)
• Matrix Laboratory (MATLAB)
• Microsoft Dynamics AX (x++)
• Model-View-Controller (MVC)
• OpenGL
• Osek Operating System (OS)
• Shell script
• Tool Command Language (TCL)
• Xcode
• ASP
• Assembler
• C
• C++
• HP/UX
• Linux
• COM / COM+ / DCOM / MTS / ActiveX
• Linux - PSOS
• Device drivers
• Linux - VxWorks RTOS
• Networking software
• Fortran
• Networking hardware
• HTML
• MS Windows
• Networking security
• Extranet
• Intranet
• VRML
• Internet
• XML Technology (XSL,XSD,DTD)
• Servers
• Desktop applications
• QNX
• Enterprise Applications Integration (EAI)
• Java
• Oracle Solaris
• File management software
• JavaScript
• Security software
• Unix
• CSS
• VMS
• Applet
• X Windows
• Servlet
• Object-Oriented programming languages
• Mail server software
• Perl
• PHP
• Communication software
• Visual Basic
• 3D graphic software
• Basic
• VB Script
• J#
• Programming software
• HTML editing software
• Visual C++ / MFC
• Web service design
• .NET
• C#
• SQL
• Database software
• Programming languages
• Software development
• MS Office
• Spreadsheet
• Oracle
• TCP/IP
• Objective-C
• Python
• Firmware development
• Performance testing

Area of specialization

• System integration
• Development of computer applications
• Development
• Semiconductors
• Testing
• Networks

Security and safety

• Criminal record check
• Basic security clearance

Transportation/travel information

• Own transportation
• Willing to travel
• Public transportation is available

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Repetitive tasks
• Attention to detail
• Ability to distinguish between colours
• Sitting
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Initiative
• Judgement
• Organized
• Team player
• Analytical
• Quick learner

Screening questions

• Are you authorized to work in Canada?
• Are you available for shift or on-call work?
• Are you willing to relocate for this position?
• Do you have experience working in this field?

Experience

5 years or more

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan

Financial benefits

• Group insurance benefits
• Life insurance

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Parking available