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About this Firmware Developer role at Blackline Safety

Blackline Safety · Onsite · Waterloo, Ontario, Canada

Our team at Blackline Safety is growing! As a people-driven technology company, with a mission to make sure every worker returns home safely, we drive innovation, practice resiliency, demonstrate leadership, go the extra mile for our customers, and empower our people to be their best.

The Firmware Developer will work collaboratively with hardware engineers, software developers, and product managers to develop and optimize firmware for Blackline Safety's products. Firmware Developers are responsible for writing, testing, and debugging embedded systems code for our safety devices and supporting the full lifecycle of product development, from design to deployment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design, implement and test new features and products using TDD
  • Develop drivers for peripherals, new hardware, and processors
  • Add support for new gas detection sensors on connected cartridge boards
  • Release new firmware across multiple products

About You  

  • Degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering
  • 5 years of experience in embedded systems development, including RTOS and low‑level driver development
  • Experience using C/C++ in an embedded environment
  • Experience working with an embedded RTOS
  • Experience writing low level drivers
  • Object Oriented Design and Development experience
  • Ability to optimize code for space or size depending on the requirement

Total Rewards 

At Blackline Safety, we offer more than just a job—we offer a career with purpose. Our Total Rewards offerings are designed to support the diverse needs of our global workforce and vary based on employment type and location. They may include: 

  • Competitive base salary and annual compensation review 
  • Comprehensive health and dental benefits* 
  • Mental health and wellness support 
  • Flexible work arrangements and hybrid work model for eligible positions 
  • Paid vacation, personal and sick days* 
  • Professional development opportunities 
  • Education funding  
  • A collaborative, inclusive, and mission-driven culture  
  • Exclusive access to perks and discounts 
  • A flexible ‘Dress for Your Day’ environment 

*Eligibility and coverage vary by employment type and region.  

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion 

Blackline Safety is powered by the diversity of our talented employees. We are an equal opportunity employer. We consider all applicants, regardless of age, religion, race, color, ancestry, gender, gender identity or expression, disability, national origin, race, or sexual orientation. We enthusiastically encourage all individuals to apply for positions that fit their passions.

If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact us at careers@blacklinesafety.com. We are committed to ensuring an accessible and equitable experience for all candidates. 

Join Us 

If you’re passionate about technology, safety, and making a difference, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and help us build a safer, more connected world. 

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Blackline Safety does not request payment or personal financial information at any stage of the recruitment process.

Please exercise caution, and do not respond to emails or other communications that are not from a Blackline Safety email address.

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About Blackline Safety

Blackline Safety is a world leader in the development and manufacturing of wirelessly connected safety products. We offer the broadest and most complete portfolio available in the industry. Our products are designed to save lives and we monitor personnel working alone in populated areas, complex indoor facilities, and the remote reaches of our planet. Blackline’s products are used to keep people safe in the event of falls, missed check-ins, man-downs and exposure to explosive or toxic gas. Our design, development, sales, marketing, support, and production are all performed in-house at our headquarters in Calgary, AB. Blackline Safety is a publicly-traded company (TSX: BLN).

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