Summary
Léonard Gagnon is a pragmatic software developer from Quebec with an 11-year track record and a Master's in electrical engineering, specializing in embedded systems for industries including EV charging and robotics. He has progressed from hands-on microcontroller and FPGA development (STM32, VHDL, Microblaze) to senior and staff embedded roles where he shapes product architecture, timelines and technology choices. Comfortable in fast-paced environments, he pairs low-level firmware expertise with PCB and flexible electronics experience gained during research and hardware design projects. A collaborative mentor, he prioritizes peer growth and practical tooling to accelerate delivery. Currently at Femtum, he brings a rare blend of academic research experience and production-grade embedded software leadership.
11 years of coding experience
6 years of employment as a software developer
Maîtrise en ingénierie Génie électrique, Maîtrise en ingénierie Génie électrique at Université Laval
DEC Sciences de la nature - Profil santé, DEC Sciences de la nature - Profil santé at Cégep de Victoriaville
English, French