Firmware Developer - Level 1

Who We Are

Reliable Controls is dedicated to reducing the carbon footprint of buildings around the world. Our team specializes in the design, development, and assembly of building automation controls and software programs.

We align ourselves with the right people and empower them in the right ways. An established company based in Victoria, BC, we nurture a strong culture of communication, trust, and collaboration. Embracing a work–life balance, promoting continuous learning, and celebrating our achievements are a few of the ways we show our enduring commitment to employees. Let’s combine our passions for building a greener future!

Your Mission

As a Firmware Developer, you’ll contribute to the full development lifecycle of embedded firmware, from design and implementation to testing and support. Working within an agile Scrum team, you’ll help define features, investigate system behaviour, and ensure high code quality.

What We Offer

• Highly competitive extended health and dental plans for you and your family
• A yearly RRSP contribution on the company’s behalf, plus an employee contribution–matching program to help you grow your financial well-being
• Participation in company profit sharing scheme
• Paid time off to volunteer and give back to the community, on your own or as a part of a group with your coworkers
• Free on-premise parking, or choose our green transportation option and be paid for it
• Social Committee events almost every month, from potlucks, game nights, and LAN parties to camping and skiing
• Free on-site gym at both locations
• Awards and recognition for service and accomplishments
• Assistance with tuition or skills training relevant to your role
• A rewarding career doing work that matters
  
  

What We Hope To Create

Solutions for building operators to enable the vision of Net-Zero Emissions by 2050. Help us get there.

In This Role You Will

• Design, estimate, review, test, debug and document code with, and without, guidance from your Scrum team. Capable of designing and implementing features from low level to application.
• Learn and investigate structural and architectural strengths, weaknesses, and flaws in the products
• Follow and support the guidelines of our Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) processes
• Collaborate in Scrum meetings and activities. Clearly and concisely articulating the status of work items and be mindful of the Sprint goals and objectives. Provide constructive feedback and solutions for issues and blockers during Scrum meetings.
• Support and mentor Level 1 developers and co-ops in their work efforts and outcomes
• Assist with defining feature requirements as required. Capable of defining scope of work for small features (one or two developers).
• Address customer support and technical support issues, when needed
• Participate, as required, in Scientific Research and Experimental Development (SR&ED) activities
• Follow and guide good coding practices and rules, while identifying items for improvement
• Perform other duties as assigned
  
  

You'll Have Access To

• An onboarding package to get you up to speed
• Online training courses
• A mentor
• A yearly training allowance
  
  

This role might be right for you if you have:

• Development experience in Linux and RTOS environments
• Familiarity working in Agile development (Scrum, Kanban)
• Hands-on experience with ARM-based processors and IP-based communication protocols
• Strong proficiency in C/C++ for embedded systems development
• Familiarity with serial communication protocols such as SPI, I2C, UART, and others used in embedded electronics
• A passion for building reliable, efficient, and scalable embedded solutions
  
  

You’ll Be Successful In This Position If You

• Are an enthusiastic, innovative individual who cares about sustainability
• Look for ways to have a meaningful impact on your team's work
• Are interested in using devices to control the physical environment, and you're willing to learn about our products and industry
• Like a challenge and want to grow professionally
• Are patient and diligent; quality may take longer, but you know it's worth it
• Value a healthy work-life balance; we don't expect you to work overtime or weekends
  
  

Let’s connect!

At Reliable Controls it’s not only experience and skills we are seeking; alignment with our values is of the utmost importance to us. Continuous improvement is vital to our organization, and we are prepared to invest in our team’s future, not just their current abilities. Let’s connect. We would love to hear from you!