A founder once told me his last firmware hire "got it working on the desk." Six months later, 200 units were in the field dropping BLE connections, crashing on low battery, and missing sensor reads. I was brought in to fix it.
That is the situation I help you avoid.
I write embedded firmware in C/C++ for STM32, ESP32, and nRF52. RTOS-based, power-optimized, documented. Built to survive the field, not just a demo.
◆ Core skills:
• Embedded C/C++ — bare-metal and RTOS (FreeRTOS, Zephyr) on STM32, ESP32, nRF52
• Wireless protocols — BLE, Wi-Fi, LoRa, MQTT for connected IoT devices
• Power optimization — deep-sleep sequences, battery management, USB-C charging
• Sensor integration — I2C, SPI, UART, HX711 load cells, MEMS microphones, IMUs
• PCB-aware firmware — signal integrity, DFM-conscious bring-up, hardware debugging
• Clean handoff — documented, version-controlled, ready for your next engineer
◆ Shipped products:
• BLE lapel microphone — MEMS arrays, haptic feedback, USB-C charging on nRF52
• IoT waste bin monitor — HX711 load cell, MQTT cloud streaming on ESP32
• Wearable LED therapy cap — multi-wavelength PWM array control on STM32
• LoRa/GPS/BLE asset tracker — compact multilayer hardware, full firmware stack
• Automotive IoT power supply — 12V robust embedded control with deep-sleep optimization
◆ Tools and platforms:
STM32 · ESP32 · nRF52 · FreeRTOS · Zephyr · Altium Designer · KiCad · BLE · Wi-Fi · LoRa · MQTT · I2C · SPI · UART · USB-C · Embedded C · C++ · Python · Git
🎯 Who I Work With
I work best with founders and engineering leads who know that cutting corners on firmware costs more later.
Good Fit:
• You have a real product going to market — not a prototype that lives in a drawer
• You come with defined requirements: target MCU, protocol, specs, or a reference schematic
• You are available for milestone check-ins — firmware is iterative
• You understand good embedded work takes a realistic timeline
Not a Fit:
• University assignments or thesis work — I only take commercial projects
• You want BLE "just working" without caring about stability or power draw
• You need a full firmware stack delivered in two to three days
🏆 Track Record
90% Job Success · Top Rated · $30K+ earned · 700+ hours delivered
Book a consultation above or send an invite, happy to look at your project.
Embedded System
PCB Design
Multilayer PCB
Design for Manufacturing
Internet of Things
Product Design
Altium Designer
EasyEDA
KiCad
ESP32
nRF51
nRF52
STM32
Circuit Design
Hardware Prototyping
Hammad S.
Jhelum, Pakistan
$20/hr
5.0
18 jobs
I have designed 30+ real-world components used in defence systems, DC fans, and kitchen appliances handling everything from design and simulation to fabrication and testing myself, so you get complete, working hardware solutions from one expert.
I am an RF, PCB, and Embedded Systems Engineer with strong hands-on experience in building complete hardware products. I have worked on real-world RF systems including high-power amplifiers, transmitter-receiver designs, RF filters, and antenna systems for communication and defence-related applications. I specialize in RF design, antenna design and testing, wireless communication, and high-quality PCB design including multilayer boards using Altium Designer and KiCad. I also work on circuit design, analog electronics, RF filters and amplifiers, and embedded systems using STM32, ESP32, and Arduino. I have successfully delivered reliable, tested, and production-ready designs that perform well in real-world conditions.
For large and challenging projects, I collaborate with a trusted team of highly skilled professionals, so we can deliver a complete, fully working product including hardware, software, and mechanical design all in one place.
✅ RF & Microwave Circuit Design
✅ RF System Design (Transmitter & Receiver)
✅ RF Front-End Design
✅ RF Power Amplifier Design (Low, Medium & High Power)
✅ LNA (Low Noise Amplifier) Design
✅ RF Filters Design (Bandpass, Low-pass, High-pass)
✅ Impedance Matching & RF Tuning
✅ Antenna Design (Patch, Monopole, Dipole, Custom)
✅ Antenna Simulation & Optimization
✅ Antenna Testing & Performance Measurement
✅ Wireless Communication System Design
✅ RF Signal Chain Development
✅ Frequency Planning & Spectrum Analysis
✅ PCB Design (Single Layer, Double Layer, Multilayer)
✅ High-Speed PCB Design
✅ RF PCB Layout & Controlled Impedance Design
✅ Schematic Design & Circuit Layout
✅ PCB Design using Altium Designer, KiCad & EasyEDA
✅ Gerber File Generation & Manufacturing Support
✅ Design for Manufacturing (DFM) & Assembly (DFA)
✅ PCB Debugging & Optimization
✅ Electronic Circuit Design
✅ Analog Circuit Design
✅ Amplifiers & Signal Conditioning Circuits
✅ Sensor Interface Circuit Design
✅ Power Electronics Circuit Design
✅ Hardware Troubleshooting & Debugging
✅ Embedded Systems Design
✅ Embedded Hardware Development
✅ Microcontroller-Based System Design
✅ Microcontroller Programming (STM32, ESP32, Arduino, AVR)
✅ Embedded C & C++ Development
✅ Firmware Development
✅ IoT Device Development (WiFi, LoRa, ESP32)
✅ Raspberry Pi-Based Projects
✅ FPGA Design & Development
✅ Verilog / VHDL Based Design
✅ Digital System Design on FPGA
✅ Simulation & Timing Analysis
✅ FPGA Prototyping & Testing
✅ Electromagnetic Simulation (HFSS, CST, ADS)
✅ Circuit Simulation (LTspice, PSPICE, MATLAB)
✅ EM & RF Co-Simulation
✅ Signal Integrity & EMI/EMC Analysis
✅ Hardware Prototyping
✅ Product Development from Concept to Prototype
✅ Functional Testing & Validation
✅ Performance Measurement & Optimization
✅ Test Results Analysis & Reporting
✅ Technical Writing (Engineering Reports & Documentation)
✅ Research Paper Writing (IEEE Format)
✅ Project Documentation & Reports
✅ RF & Electronics Content Writing
✅ Complete Product Design (Hardware + Embedded + RF + FPGA)
✅ Prototype to Production Support
✅ Real-World Testing & Field Validation
✅ Engineering Simulation & Optimization
Embedded System
RF Design
Antenna Design
Antenna Testing
PCB Design
Multilayer PCB
Altium Designer
KiCad
FPGA
STM32
ESP32
Hardware Design
Electromagnetic Simulation Software
RFID
Eagle
Electrical Engineering
Digital Electronics
Arduino
Azhar Ali K.
Islamabad, Pakistan
$30/hr
5.0
19 jobs
🏆 Top Rated Plus 🏆
I’m a Top Rated Plus Embedded Systems Developer and IoT Design Engineer with 5+ years of hands-on experience in designing, developing, and deploying embedded systems and IoT solutions. I specialize in end-to-end product development—from low-level firmware to cloud integration, mobile/web interfaces, and robust electronics design. Whether you’re a startup or an enterprise, I help bring ideas to life with scalable and secure smart devices.
⭐ Services I Offer:
Embedded Firmware Development (C, C++, Embedded C, Rust)
IoT Device Firmware & Architecture (ESP32, STM32, BLE, LoRa, Zigbee, MQTT, HTTP)
RTOS & Embedded Linux Development (FreeRTOS, Yocto Project)
Custom Electronics & PCB Design (Altium Designer)
Cross-Platform IoT Solutions (Cloud + Mobile/Web)
Automation & Robotics Systems
Medical, Industrial, and Smart Home Devices
Secure OTA Updates, Bootloaders, and Protocol Design
🔧 Key Skills & Tools:
Languages: C, C++, Python, Rust, Embedded Rust
Microcontrollers: STM32, ESP32, AVR, ARM Cortex-M
Protocols: UART, SPI, I2C, CAN, BLE, LoRa, Zigbee, MQTT, HTTP, Modbus
Operating Systems: FreeRTOS, Embedded Linux, Yocto
IoT Platforms: AWS IoT Core, GCP IoT, MQTT Brokers
Tools: Git, SVN, Docker, CI/CD, PlatformIO, VS Code
Hardware Design: Altium Designer, KiCAD, INA226, UWB, Sensors, TP4056
Web/Mobile Interfaces: RESTful APIs, WebSocket, Flutter, React Native
🏭 Industries I Work With:
Smart Home Automation
Industrial Automation & IIoT
Medical & Health Monitoring Devices
Robotics and Mechatronics
Energy & Battery Management Systems
📌 Project Highlights:
Smart Office Monitoring System – Designed a high-accuracy indoor positioning system using ESP32, PoE, and UWB, reaching 95% tracking accuracy.
AI-Enhanced Marketing Caller – Combined firmware with Generative AI for automated outbound calls, boosting outreach efficiency by 40%.
One-Click ESP32 Flasher – Built a tool that cut firmware flashing time by 50% for production-line deployments.
Multi-Tech Access Control System – Integrated BLE, RFID, and fingerprint tech for a secure system, enhancing reliability by 30%.
Battery Charging Station (28 Li-Ion Cells) – Firmware with CAN, INA226, MQTT, and HTTP, achieving 25% improved system monitoring.
Chess-Playing Robotic Arm – Delivered a mechatronic solution with 90% execution accuracy using precise control algorithms.
IoT Core Library (ESP32) – Developed a reusable core library to standardize device-cloud integration, improving development speed and reliability by 25%.
🏆 Achievements:
Top Rated Plus on Upwork with 5-star reviews and repeat clients
Best Mechanical Design Award – National Engineering and Robotics Contest (NERC) 2022
50+ completed embedded and IoT projects for startups and enterprises globally
Recognized for on-time delivery, clean code, and effective communication
💡 Why Choose Me?
✅ Full-Stack Embedded Expertise: I manage all layers—from microcontroller and sensor interfacing to secure cloud communication and user interfaces.
✅ Scalable, Production-Ready Solutions: My work doesn’t stop at prototypes—I build systems ready for field deployment.
✅ Rapid Prototyping & Iteration: Save time and cost with agile development practices, backed by deep hardware and firmware experience.
✅ Clear Communication: I keep you in the loop, provide regular updates, and speak both technical and business language.
🤝 Let’s Work Together!
If you’re building a smart device, robotic solution, or IoT-enabled product and want it developed professionally, efficiently, and end-to-end, I’d love to collaborate. From PCB design to secure firmware, to integrating with cloud and mobile—I’ve got you covered.
📩 Invite me to your project or send a message to get started today!
Embedded System
Circuit Design
Electrical Engineering
Raspberry Pi
Internet of Things
Electronic Design
Microcontroller Programming
Arduino
Internet of Things Solutions Design
STM32
ESP32
PCB Design
Altium Designer
Mehar A.
Faisalabad, Pakistan
$15/hr
4.2
35 jobs
5+ years of experience Embedded Systems, IoT, and AI/ML Developer with hands-on experience in designing, programming, testing, and deploying microcontroller-based and smart AI systems. I specialize in building intelligent, reliable, and high-performance solutions using industry-standard platforms such as:
ESP32 / ESP8266 (WiFi, BLE, FreeRTOS, ESP-IDF, PlatformIO)
Arduino (AVR, SAMD, ARM, STM32)
Raspberry Pi / Linux SBCs (Python, automation, camera systems, AI/ML applications)
Microcontrollers: STM32, PIC, Atmel, ARM Cortex-M series
Wireless Technologies: WiFi, BLE, LoRa, GSM, Zigbee
IoT Platforms: MQTT, Firebase, Blynk, ThingsBoard, AWS IoT, Azure IoT
💎 Expertise in ESP32, STM32, Raspberry Pi, Edge AI, and sensor-based systemsAI Embedded System Engineer ESP32, STM32, Raspberry Pi,AI, Computer Vision, YOLO, PCB Design, OpenCV, TensorFlow,IoT, MQTT, HTTP, CoAP, AWS IoT Core, TinyML, Edge AI, AI Automation, AI Services, Smart Devices, Object Detection, Face Recognition, Gesture Recognition, Arduino, Embedded Systems, Firmware, Multilayer PCB,ThingsBoard, Node-RED, Home Assistant, Smart Home, Industrial IoT, Sensors, Actuators, Motor Control, Low
I am a professional Embedded Systems, IoT, and AI/ML Developer with hands-on experience in designing, programming, testing, and deploying microcontroller-based and smart AI systems. I specialize in creating intelligent, reliable, and high-performance solutions using industry-leading platforms such as:
ESP32 / ESP8266 (WiFi, BLE, FreeRTOS, ESP-IDF, PlatformIO)
Arduino (AVR, SAMD, ARM, STM32)
Raspberry Pi / Linux SBCs (Python, automation, camera systems, AI/ML applications)
Microcontrollers: STM32, PIC, Atmel, ARM Cortex-M series
Wireless Technologies: WiFi, BLE, LoRa, GSM, Zigbee
IoT Platforms: MQTT, Firebase, Blynk, ThingsBoard, AWS IoT, Azure IoT
Machine Learning & AI: Edge AI, TensorFlow Lite, TinyML, AI-driven sensor analytics
Sensors, actuators, industrial protocols, and communication interfaces
PCB design, schematic development, hardware prototyping, and testing
I help clients build efficient, intelligent, low-power, production-ready embedded systems from concept to fully working prototype. My work includes firmware development, AI/ML integration, hardware-software integration, IoT cloud connectivity, and mobile app development for IoT dashboards and device control.
🔧 What I Can Do for You
✓ Custom firmware development for ESP32, Arduino, Raspberry Pi, STM32
✓ IoT device design with real-time monitoring, cloud connectivity, and AI-driven analytics
✓ Mobile app integration (Android/iOS) for IoT products
✓ Edge AI and Machine Learning for sensors and automation
✓ Sensor integration, calibration, and smart data processing
✓ WiFi/BLE/LoRa/GSM connectivity & cloud integration
✓ Python automation, Raspberry Pi projects, and AI/ML applications
✓ PCB design, schematic creation, board layout, and prototyping
✓ Debugging, optimization, and device performance improvements
✓ Industrial automation, smart devices, and AI-enabled systems
🚀 Why Clients Choose Me
Clean, modular, and well-documented code
Strong debugging, problem-solving, and AI/ML expertise
Ability to deliver end-to-end IoT + AI solutions
Fast communication, professional work ethic, and on-time delivery
Experience in consumer devices, home automation, robotics, industrial systems, and AI-driven applications
If you're building a smart device, IoT product, AI-enabled system, automation solution, sensor network, or any embedded electronics project, I can help you bring your idea to life with expert-level development and reliable results.
📩 Ready to start building your next AI-powered embedded or IoT solution? Let’s talk!
Embedded System
PCB Design
ESP32
Raspberry Pi
Computer Vision
STM32
Artificial Intelligence
KiCad
Robotics
Machine Learning
Embedded Linux
Python
AWS IoT Device Management
Arduino
C++
Electronics
Electrical Engineering
Internet of Things
Drone
Firmware Programming
Hafiz Muhammad U.
Lahore, Pakistan
$20/hr
5.0
7 jobs
🛠️ Innovative geek and problem solver. Started at a young age with Android app development and web automation, ventured into Electrical Engineering degree, mastering circuit/PCB design, embedded systems, and IoT skills. 🌐🔌 Excels in 3D printing and 3D modeling as a side hobby. Designed and built 3D Printers and CNC machines out of the passion for robotics. 🖨️ Presently, leads a team of experts to offer complete product design and prototyping solutions. Let's craft your ideas into reality! 🚀
Embedded System
PCB Design
ESP32
Altium Designer
Python
Electronics
Internet of Things
3D Printing
Circuit Design
Product Launch
Industrial Design
Industrial Internet of Things
Industrial & Product Design Consultation
Automation
Industrial Automation
Product Design
Product Development Life Cycle
Product Development
Product Development Process
Industrial Engineering
Faisal M.
Lahore, Pakistan
$10/hr
5.0
4 jobs
Senior MATLAB & Simulink Engineer | Specialized in Simulation & Modeling | AI-Driven Control Systems Specialist with 12+ years turning complex engineering challenges into deployed, real world solutions. I specialize in AI/ML integrated control systems using Reinforcement Learning and Deep Learning Toolbox to optimize controller tuning alongside Digital Twin development for grid-connected renewable energy systems (solar, wind, hybrid), Model-Based Design with auto code generation (Embedded Coder) for embedded deployment, and Hardware in the Loop (HIL) testing for real time validation before hardware integration. My work spans EV/battery management systems, advanced power electronics, and closed-loop control architectures built to scale from simulation to production. If your project needs more than a basic model if it needs an intelligent, production-ready system validated end-to-end let's connect and build it right.
MATLAB
Simulink
Power Electronics
Python
Deep Learning
Reinforcement Learning
Machine Learning
Model Optimization
Data Analysis
Robotics
Embedded C
Model Predictive Control
Algorithm Development
Optimization Modeling
CAD
Mathematical Modeling
Numerical Analysis
Power System
Electrical Engineering
Technical Report
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