Daanaa is a Vancouver-based fabless power electronics and semiconductor company on a mission to build a simpler, efficient future in energy generation, storage, distribution, consumption, and management, for generations ahead. The company is in the early commercialization stages of deep tech power conversion and control technologies, offering innovative solutions to OEMs in multiple industries, including solar energy, electric vehicles, and data centers.Daanaa’s value is derived from its transformative Power Transaction Unit (PTU) that consolidates power electronic functions—from bi-directional conversion and amplification to management, transfer, diagnostics, and control—onto a single, high-power-density, high-efficiency, low-profile, scalable, reliable, and safe module. At Daanaa, we are building a world of Energy Untethered.Senior Firmware Engineer – Responsibilities and QualificationsPower Control Architecture:Lead the design and implementation of real-time control loops (PID, resonant, state-space, etc.) for power converters and inverter topologies. Optimize PWM strategies and sensing architectures to ensure secure operation across all load conditions.System Modeling & Simulation:Develop and validate control algorithms using MATLAB/Simulink or PLECS prior to deployment. Translate theoretical models into efficient, production-grade C/C++ or HDL implementations.Hardware Optimization & Bring-Up:Own firmware-hardware integration, optimizing interactions with MCU peripherals, ADCs, PWMs, sensors, and actuators. Drive system bring-up, debugging, and performance tuning using electronic lab equipment.Protection & Compliance Systems:Design ultra-fast interrupt-driven protection mechanisms for over-voltage, over-current, and thermal events. Ensure firmware compliance with relevant industry standards and safety regulations.Design Methodology & Quality Standards:Establish coding standards, conduct deep technical code reviews, and implement best-in-class firmware development,



validation, and deployment practices.Mentorship & Technical Leadership:Mentor junior engineers, lead complex debugging efforts, and set the technical bar for firmware excellence across the team.You have 5-9 years of experience designing, validating, and productizing firmware for power electronics systems, battery management systems, or inverter platforms.You have deep knowledge of switching topologies (Buck, Boost, LLC, PSFB) and inverter modulation techniques.You are an expert in discrete-time control theory, compensator design, and frequency-response analysis within embedded systems.You have expert-level proficiency in C/C++ (and assembly where needed) for real-time embedded applications.You have strong experience with MCU peripherals for power applications (high-resolution PWM, ADCs, analog subsystems).You have experience using Verilog/VHDL to implement time-critical logic in FPGA/CPLD environments.You are highly proficient in RTOS configuration and deterministic communication stacks (CAN, Modbus, Ethernet).You are comfortable working in high-power lab environments and debugging EMI, noise, and transient behavior using high-bandwidth instrumentation.You have practical experience designing firmware to international safety and compliance standards.You can make thoughtful technical trade-offs and clearly communicate decisions across Hardware, Product, and leadership teams.CompensationDaanaa’s compensation package is based on a pay-for-performance philosophy that recognizes exceptional individual and team performance. The typical salary range for this position is from $120,000-$140,000 annually, varying depending on job-related knowledge, skills and experience.BenefitsExtended Health and Dental BenefitsWellness and Spending AccountProfessional Development BenefitEqual Opportunity StatementDaanaa is an equal opportunity employer with an inclusive culture. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Senior Firmware Engineer - $120,000 - $140,000 A Year (Winnipeg)
🏢 Daanaa
📍 Winnipeg