Technical Lead (Electronics & Firmware)
Full-Time Position
Location: Hybrid (at least 3 days per week in MWHQ, Vancouver, BC)
Base Salary: $127,200
About MistyWest
MistyWest is a hardware engineering consultancy that exists to create novel technologies that enable a healthier planet and bring prosperity to all humankind, with a focus primarily on hardware projects that advance the UN Sustainable Development Goals.
About the Role
As a Technical Lead at MistyWest, you’ll drive the technical vision and system design to solve client challenges. You’ll lead multidisciplinary teams, collaborate closely with clients and project managers, and stay hands-on with key technologies like sensors, optics, and motion control to deliver innovative products across industries.
Accountabilities
Understand client goals and define technical solutions that align with their vision
Translate product requirements into clear technical tasks and project plans
Guide the team through implementation, problem-solving, and delivery
Communicate effectively with clients, managing expectations and weekly check-ins
Own the product roadmap and ensure alignment across stakeholders
Ensure high-quality, technically sound deliverables
Lead complex, multi-party projects and collaborate with external partners
Identify opportunities for IP reuse and process improvements
Mentor junior team members and contribute to internal technical leadership
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Computer Engineering, or related technical field
Minimum 5 years leading complex electro mechanical or embedded product development, including hardware firmware integration
Strong hands on background in embedded systems design including MCU selection, schematics, PCB review, sensor integration, power management, and firmware development (C/C++)
Experience with hardware in the loop testing, system bring up, debugging with lab instruments, and reliability validation
Proven ability to plan and deliver projects using standard project management tools and practices
Demonstrated success leading multidisciplinary teams across electrical, firmware, mechanical, software, and manufacturing and working directly with clients and stakeholders
Excellent problem solving skills, high curiosity, and a learning oriented mindset
Asset. Experience with motion control, optics, or high precision sensing systems
Commitment to building sustainable, safe, and socially responsible technologies
4 weeks vacation to start
Comprehensive health & extended dental coverage
3 Pro-D days plus an annual learning budget
Banked time
And much more
