Senior Firmware Engineer

Requisition ID : 897354 Position : Full-Time Total Rewards : Essilor Instruments provides seamless access to state-of-the-art products, with a focus on customer satisfaction by setting new standards of excellence in the industry. Our solutions highlight eye care professionals' expertise and meet their business needs, by providing innovative solutions and technologies, ensuring patients' quality care. Through this continuous innovation, we own a leading position in major categories such as finishing equipment, eye health assessment, eye refraction and fitting measurements. Essilor Instruments is part of EssilorLuxottica, a global leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of world-class vision care products, including iconic eyewear, advanced lens technology and cutting-edge digital solutions. Join our global community of over 200,000 dedicated employees around the world in driving the transformation of the eyewear and eyecare industry. About Cellview Imaging Cellview Imaging is a Toronto-based medical device start-up focused on advancing eye care through high-performance imaging solutions. Its ultra-widefield retinal imaging technology enables clinicians to capture detailed images of the retina, including peripheral areas, aiding in earlier disease detection and improved diagnoses. Now supported by EssilorLuxottica, Cellview leverages global resources and expertise to accelerate innovation and expand access to its transformative technology worldwide. Position : Firmware Engineer Cellview Imaging is hiring a skilled Firmware Engineer to join its multidisciplinary Engineering team. Reporting to the Engineering Manager, this role involves developing, testing, and maintaining embedded firmware for next-generation retinal imaging devices. The engineer will collaborate across mechanical, optical, electrical, and software teams to deliver robust, scalable solutions that meet regulatory and performance standards. Key Responsibilities Design and implement embedded firmware for medical imaging devices, including real-time control systems and hardware interfaces. Collaborate with electrical and systems engineers to define firmware architecture. Develop drivers for components like image sensors, illumination systems, motor controllers, and I / O peripherals. Debug and bring up new hardware platforms. Maintain version control and traceability using tools like Git and Jira. Participate in risk management activities (e.g., FMEA) and reliability assessments. Create and maintain documentation aligned with ISO 13485 and regulatory standards. Support firmware verification through test infrastructure and automation tools. Contribute to regulatory submissions and audits with technical documentation. Required Qualifications Bachelor’s or Master’s in Electrical / Computer Engineering or related field. 5+ years of embedded firmware development experience, preferably in regulated or medical device environments. Proficiency in C / C++ for embedded systems, with expertise in real-time programming and low-level driver development. Experience with microcontrollers (e.g., STM32, NXP, Renesas) and protocols like I2C, SPI, UART, USB. Familiarity with embedded Linux or RTOS. Knowledge of signal processing and integration of optical / electronic systems. Understanding of IEC 62304 and safety-critical firmware development. Additional Assets Experience with image acquisition systems and camera sensor integration (e.g., MIPI, LVDS, USB3 Vision). Scripting skills in Python for test automation. Awareness of cybersecurity in medical firmware. Employee pay is determined by multiple factors, including geography, experience, qualifications, skills and local minimum wage requirements. In addition, you may also be offered a competitive bonus and / or commission plan, which complements a first-class total rewards package. Benefits may include health care, retirement savings, paid time off / vacation, and various employee discounts. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, national origin, social origin, social condition, being perceived as a victim of domestic violence, sexual aggression or stalking, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, ancestry, veteran or military status, marital status, pregnancy (including unlawful discrimination on the basis of a legally protected pregnancy or maternity leave), genetic information or any other characteristics protected by law. Native Americans in the US receive preference in accordance with Tribal Law. #J-18808-Ljbffr