Senior Firmware Engineer

• Develop and maintain firmware running on Novanta products.
• Implement new features for existing products, including additional feedback interfaces, communication protocols, and state-of-the-art motion control algorithms.
• Participate in the design and development of new products.
• Implement proofs of concept for novel products or features.
• Develop and maintain continuous integration/development libraries.
• Collaborate closely with the hardware team to assist with component selection and review hardware schematics.
• Work closely with the software team to create engaging libraries and applications for our customers.
• Collaborate closely with the testing team to define test plans for Novanta products.
• Review and improve external documentation (product manuals, datasheets, etc.).
• Improve internal documentation (covering architecture, continuous integration/development, detailed design, etc.).

• MS or PhD in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• Around 8 years of experience.
• Proficiency in C, including C in resource-constrained embedded environments.
• Fluency in software fundamentals, including software design and maintainability.
• Proficiency in microprocessor bare-metal development with real-time constraints.
• Hands-on experience in new hardware board bring-up, system debugging, and code optimization.
• Experience with MCU peripherals: I2C, SPI, CAN, USB, UART, GPIO.
• Understanding of schematics, datasheets, and application notes.
• Experience with version control software.
• Experience in software testing procedures.
• Fluent written and spoken English.

• Knowledge of C++ and/or Python.
• Experience with object-oriented programming (OOP).
• Experience using RTOS.
• Experience in FSoE (Functional Safety over EtherCAT).
• Knowledge of software quality principles and coding standards (e.g., MISRA).
• Knowledge of motion control (motor types, feedbacks, control loops, etc.).
• Knowledge of the CANopen communication protocol.
• Familiarity with industrial Ethernet communication protocols (EtherCAT, EtherNet/IP, Profinet).
• Previous experience in motion control, robotics, or medical automation markets will be highly appreciated.
• Expertise with continuous integration and delivery software (e.g., Jenkins).
• Fluent written and spoken Spanish.

• Occasional travel is expected, both domestically and internationally, to provide customer support and/or assist with installations.

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