Staff Engineer, Embedded Software Engineer - System on Chip (SoC) Software Development Kit (SDK)

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Analog Devices, Inc. (NASDAQ: ADI ) is a global semiconductor leader that bridges the physical and digital worlds to enable breakthroughs at the Intelligent Edge. ADI combines analog, digital, and software technologies into solutions that help drive advancements in digitized factories, mobility, and digital healthcare, combat climate change, and reliably connect humans and the world. With revenue of more than $9 billion in FY24 and approximately 24,000 people globally, ADI ensures today's innovators stay Ahead of What's Possible™. Learn more at www.analog.com and on LinkedIn and Twitter (X).

Job Title: Staff Embedded Software Engineer

Location: Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Company: Analog Devices, Inc. (ADI)

About Analog Devices

Analog Devices (ADI) is a global leader in the design and manufacturing of analog, mixed-signal, and DSP integrated circuits. ADI’s technologies bridge the physical and digital worlds, enabling breakthroughs in industries such as automotive, industrial automation, healthcare, and communications.

Position Overview

We are looking for a Staff Embedded Software Engineer to join our Vancouver Design Center. This is a senior technical leadership role where you will architect and drive the development of embedded software for ADI’s next-generation ASIC and SoC platforms. You will play a key role in defining system-level software strategy, mentoring engineering teams, and ensuring the delivery of robust, scalable, and high-performance embedded solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and lead the embedded software architecture for complex ASIC and SoC platforms.
• Drive the development of core embedded components including bootloaders, RTOS (with a focus on Zephyr OS), device drivers, and system services.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams across hardware, systems, RF, and applications to align software with product and system requirements.
• Lead bring-up and validation of new silicon platforms, including low-level debugging and performance tuning.
• Establish and enforce best practices in embedded software development, including code quality, testing, and documentation standards.
• Mentor and guide junior and senior engineers, fostering technical growth and collaboration.
• Contribute to long-term technology roadmaps and influence product direction.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in embedded software development, with a strong track record of technical leadership.
• Deep expertise in C/C++ and embedded systems design.
• Extensive experience with Zephyr OS, RTOS architectures, and real-time embedded systems.
• Strong knowledge of ARM Cortex-M/A architectures and hardware interfaces (SPI, I2C, UART, GPIO).
• Proven experience in silicon bring-up, board support packages, and low-level debugging.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to influence across teams and geographies.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with wireless protocols (e.g., BLE, Zigbee, Wi-Fi).
• Familiarity with embedded security, secure boot, and firmware update mechanisms.
• Exposure to ASIC/FPGA development workflows and simulation tools.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and modern software development practices.
• Contributions to open-source embedded projects, especially Zephyr OS, are a plus.

Why Join ADI Vancouver?

• Lead the development of cutting-edge embedded systems with global impact.
• Collaborate with world-class engineers in a supportive and innovative environment.
• Competitive compensation, equity, and comprehensive benefits.
• Flexible work arrangements and a strong culture of inclusion and continuous learning.

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Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA): Analog Devices Canada Ltd. has a process in place and provides accommodations for employees with disabilities. To request an accommodation, please contact Connections HR Services at 781-937-2500 or at [email protected].