City: Ottawa
Salary: $195,000.00 /yr
Added: June 01, 2026

Staff Embedded Software Engineer - Permanent - 18965

About the Opportunity

On behalf of a valued client, LRO Staffing is seeking a Staff Embedded Software Engineer to join a rapidly growing technology company focused on connectivity solutions.

In this role, you will play a key part in the development of next-generation devices, including security panels, networking gateways, and video cameras.

The ideal candidate is a strong technical leader with deep experience in embedded systems, who thrives in a fast-paced, agile environment.

This is a unique opportunity to join a forward-thinking organization at the forefront of IoT innovation and make a meaningful impact on the future of smart device technology.

Duties include but are not limited to:
Own product-level architecture and technical direction for embedded C/C++ software across multiple concurrent projects
Lead cross-functional project execution by partnering with quality engineering, systems engineering, product management, and external vendors
Design, develop, test, and debug embedded software on Linux-based platforms for connected devices such as control panels, networking equipment, and video-enabled systems
Integrate and validate embedded connectivity stacks, including cellular (LTE, Cat-M, 5G), Wi-Fi, Ethernet, and low-power wireless protocols (e.g., Z-Wave, Zigbee, Matter), within a cloud-connected ecosystem
Incorporate on-device sensors into the embedded software stack, transforming sensor data into reliable, real-time features for end users through a cloud-integrated platform
Provide technical leadership and mentorship to engineers across experience levels; help define team processes and promote adoption of modern development practices, including AI-assisted tools
About You

The successful candidate will have the following:
8+ years of embedded software development C/C++ on Linux-based platforms
Experience with embedded connectivity technologies; cellular, Wi-Fi, Ethernet, IoT
Proven experience leading product-level architecture and coordinating multi-project delivery
Interest in mentorship and growth on the leadership path
About the Job

This position is hybrid in Ottawa, ON. Full-time, permanent. The salary band for this opportunity will range from $185,000 to $195,000 per annum depending on experience, plus bonus.
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How to Apply

Please apply by clicking the “” button below and follow the instructions to submit your résumé. You can also apply by submitting your résumé directly to pheuthorst@lrostaffing.com. If you are already registered with us, please contact your Senior Recruiter. Please quote job 18965.

LRO Staffing values fairness, confidentiality, and human judgment in every stage of our hiring process. We do not use automated or AI-driven screening tools to assess applications. Each submission is reviewed by an experienced recruiter to ensure a thoughtful and equitable evaluation of every candidate.

Thank you for your interest in this role. One of our Recruiters will be in touch with you if your profile meets the requirements for the role and the expectations of our clients. Please note that all candidates must be permitted to work in Canada to be considered for this opportunity.
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