Embedded Software Developer - Linux

Accuenergy is a Toronto-based company dedicated to research, design and manufacturing of multifunction power meters and other instruments. We also provide advanced technological solutions for distribution and industrial power system automation.

Responsibilities:

- Application Development: Design and develop software applications on Linux for meter communication protocols, data logging, control systems, and web-based user interfaces.

- Protocol Implementation: Implement communication protocols such as Modbus (RTU/TCP), BACnet, SNMP, MQTT, and IEC61850 for meter data exchange and remote monitoring.

- Data Logging & Storage: Develop and maintain data logging systems to record meter readings, events, and configurations into databases or file systems.

- Web Server & Interface: Implement web servers and RESTful APIs to enable web-based monitoring, control, and configuration of metering systems.

- Real-time Control Systems: Ensure that control applications can manage real-time meter configurations, event handling, and system-level diagnostics.

- System Optimization: Optimize system performance, memory usage, and power consumption for embedded Linux environments.

- Testing & Debugging: Develop test plans for software validation and troubleshoot using debugging tools like GDB, system logs, and network analysis tools.

- Documentation & Collaboration: Prepare technical documentation for software modules and collaborate with cross-functional teams including hardware and firmware engineers.

- Mentorship & Leadership: Mentor junior engineers, participate in code reviews, and contribute to team leadership by proposing new development practices and standards.

Candidate should have the following knowledge/skills:

- Education: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.

- Experience:

- 2+ years of embedded software development experience, with a focus on Linux-based application development.

- Proven experience with communication protocols (e.g., Modbus, MQTT, DNP3).

- Experience with data logging, control systems, and web server implementations (e.g., HTTP, FTP, Restful APIs).

Preferred Requirements

- Expertise in C/C++ programming for embedded systems.

- Experience with Linux build systems (Yocto, Buildroot) and cross-compilation toolchains.

- Strong understanding of communication protocols (e.g., TCP/IP, Modbus, MQTT, DNP3).

- Knowledge of real-time Linux features.

- Proficiency with debugging and profiling tools (e.g., GDB, Valgrind, strace).

- Familiarity with Git or similar version control systems.

- Understanding of cybersecurity practices for embedded systems, including secure boot and encryption.

We thank you for your interest in joining the Accuenergy team and for submitting your application for our positions.

We appreciate the time and effort you invested in your application. Please note that only candidates selected for the next stage of the hiring process will be contacted.

We value your interest in Accuenergy and wish you the best of luck in your job search.

Thank you once again for considering a career with us

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

- Dental care

- Discounted or free food

- Extended health care

- On-site parking

- Paid time off

- Vision care

Education:

- Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Experience:

- Yocto: 5 years (preferred)

- Modbus: 5 years (preferred)

- C/C++ programming for embedded linux system: 5 years (preferred)

- HTTP/FTP/RESTFUL APIs: 5 years (preferred)

Language:

- Mandarin (required)

Work Location: In person