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SIDOARJO, Indonesia
$35 USD per hour
12+ Years of Experience in Electronics Design & Embedded Systems fields. I provide clients with comprehensive electronic design and consultation services. I’m interested in taking the product and prototyping the concept design, along with high-quality documentation suitable for prompt manufacturing of your product. My years of consulting experience leads to accurate project evaluation and on-schedule delivery of a functional design. I have hands-on experience in Industrial Automation, Motor Drives, Renewable Energy, Audio, RF Based Design(Wi-Fi, Cellular, Bluetooth, LoRa, GPS), Automotives, and Military Aviation. I can help you choose the best components for your application area and provide the best solution from both technical and price efficiency. My professional skills: ●Excellent prototyping skills which include soldering and reworking PCBs. ●Efficient electrical evaluation, testing, and PCB troubleshooting skills ●Demonstrate skills by adopting avant-garde PCB layout and packaging techniques ●Possess great communication, client support, and organizational skills ●Expertise in electrical drawing & schematic interpretation, oscilloscopes, multimeters, data logging, and computer logging. I utilise software tools that help to deliver the project on time are- PCB Tools: ●Kicad ●EAGLE ●Altium ●EasyEda MCU: ●Arduino ●ARM MCU: STM32, NXP, ●ESP32 ●NRF52 ●Texas Instrument C2000 ●FPGA: Xilinx Spartan & Zynq Series If you have any questions, please contact me at freelancer. Thank you!

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Sana'a, Yemen
$35 USD per hour
Installing, Configuring & Troubleshooting of [ Palo Alto PCNSA | Fortinet NSE4 | Cisco CCNPx3 (R&S, Voice, Security) | VMware VCP | Prof. Experience of Sophos, Firepower, Juniper, AWS, Veeam, Citrix XenApp etc]

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Guangzhou, China
$29 USD per hour
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY: --- - Familiar with network TCP/IP principles, design, planning, construction delivery, and continuous optimization of IDC data center, campus network, and office network architecture, more than ten years of domestic and overseas project experience - Familiar with all kinds of mainstream switches, routers, firewalls, and Internet behavior management, such as Huawei, Cisco, Juniper, H3C, Palo Alto, Sangfor, etc. Can configure and tune such as MPLS VPN, SDWAN, VXLAN, SPINE-LEAF, VXLAN, EVPN, NAT, STP, etc., know how to use Wireshark, Zabbix, mtr, network fault analysis, etc. - Familiar with some non-mainstream and open source network operating systems, such as Vyos, RouterOS, Mikrotik soft router configuration and tuning - Familiar with various network protocols, such as TCP/IP, familiar with the ISO 7-layer network protocol, various routing protocols, such as BGP, OSPF, RIP - Familiar with Linux operating system, can configure and tune Centos, Ubuntu, Red Hat and other Linux operating systems - Familiar with container orchestration such as Docker/k8s, container network flannel, Calico BGP, cloud computing VPC planning, virtualization KVM, Vmware, Nginx, Python, Shell, Linux system operation and maintenance technology, Windows Server - Familiar with Python/Shell, can independently develop operation and maintenance tools, connect to API, and submit operation and maintenance efficiency - Have rich experience in network application and system integration project implementation, can provide one-stop network architecture, network application, network information security solutions - Hold Cisco CCNP, intermediate supervision certificate (equivalent to PMP) - Fluent in Mandarin, Cantonese, and English, good English reading and writing skills SKILLS: --- Switch, Router, firewall, IPSecVPN, BGP, OSPF routing protocol, Vxlan, Cisco, Huawei, Juniper, Linux/Shell programming, Centos, Ubuntu, Python programming, KVM/VMware virtualization, Windows Server, container Docker, K8s, cloud computing, load balancing, LVS load balancing, EDR, security scanning, network troubleshooting, and troubleshooting, iperf3, hping3, telnet, mtr, traceroute

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SÃO PAULO, Brazil
$40 USD per hour
English version: SW4 Tecnologia provides high-level IT consultancy focused on building secure, resilient, and fully automated technology environments. We bridge the gap between world-class hardware and intelligent software to drive operational excellence. What We Deliver: • Network Security (Fortinet Partner & Reseller): We specialize in the deployment and lifecycle management of FortiGate firewalls. As an authorized partner, we offer next-gen protection, secure VPNs, and optimized SD-WAN solutions tailored to enterprise needs. • Proactive Monitoring (Zabbix): We implement full-stack observability using Zabbix. Our solution ensures real-time health tracking of your network, servers, and services, backed by custom alerting systems. • Enterprise Automation (Ansible & Red Hat): Leveraging Red Hat’s Ansible, we automate complex infrastructure deployments and configuration management, ensuring consistency and speed across your entire environment. • Custom Python Development: We go beyond standard tools by building bespoke Python-driven automations. This includes custom API integrations, automated data reporting, network health-check scripts, and specialized bots to streamline your business logic. The SW4 Advantage: Expertise in global standards met with the flexibility of custom coding. Whether through Ansible’s orchestration or Python’s versatility, we ensure your IT infrastructure works for you 24/7. Versão português: A SW4 Tecnologia é uma consultoria especializada em transformar a infraestrutura de TI em um motor de eficiência e segurança. Combinamos parcerias globais com desenvolvimento customizado para entregar soluções que eliminam falhas e otimizam processos. Nossas Especialidades: • Redes e Segurança (Parceria Oficial Fortinet): Como revendedores autorizados Fortinet, projetamos e implementamos soluções de FortiGate (NGFW). Focamos em segurança perimetral robusta, SD-WAN e arquiteturas de rede que suportam o crescimento do seu negócio. • Monitoração Avançada com Zabbix: Implementamos visibilidade total da sua operação. Através do Zabbix, monitoramos servidores, ativos de rede e aplicações em tempo real, com dashboards estratégicos e alertas inteligentes. • Automação de Infraestrutura (Ansible & Red Hat): Utilizamos o ecossistema Red Hat/Ansible para padronizar configurações e gerenciar parques tecnológicos com agilidade, reduzindo erros humanos em tarefas de larga escala. • Automações Customizadas em Python: Desenvolvemos ferramentas sob medida com Python para integração de APIs, scripts de manutenção preditiva, bots de notificação para SOC/NOC e automação de fluxos de trabalho que não possuem soluções nativas. O Diferencial SW4: Não apenas instalamos tecnologia; nós a integramos. Com o poder do Ansible e a flexibilidade do Python, garantimos que sua rede e segurança operem de forma autônoma e inteligente.

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Lahore, Pakistan
$30 USD per hour
Hi, I am Jamal and I have been doing Embedded Systems (Hardware and Software) development for the last 7 years, I have completed 350+ projects related to almost all electronics categories i.e. IOT, Power electronics, Highspeed, RF, HDI, etc. covering both Hardware and Software. My main areas of focus are Motherboards, SOMs for Microprocessors and FPGAs, Carrier Boards, and HDI boards mainly High-speed products. I have designed and developed several projects for IMX6, IMX8, RK5528, Xilinx Zynq-based SOMs, PCDU and DAU units for LEO earth Sattelites, Carrier boards for CM3, CM4, CN9130, Nvidea Jetson Nano boards, Ethernet and POE products (POE++, POE PD, POE PSE etc). I have worked on following high-speed interfaces - DDR3 and DDR4 - PCIe - Ethernet - HDMI - LVDS - MIL1553 - Ethernet - USB Apart from that, other interfaces include CAN, SPI, I2C, etc I have complete professional expertise in Altium (Licensed), Eagle (Licensed), KiCAD, OrCAD/Allegro, Solidworks, Fusion360(licensed), Thanks Jamal

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Caracas, Venezuela
$10 USD per hour
Ingeniero en telecomunicaciones con mas de 5 años de experiencia en el manejo de equipos de redes. https://www.linkedin.com/in/eneidercolina/
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San Pedro Sula, Honduras
$22 USD per hour
Telecommunications engineer, with a knack for problem-solving and quick learning. Proficient in working under minimal supervision in high-pressure situations, challenging, and competitive environments. Capable of identifying, correcting, and making decisions in the face of issues. Rapid assimilation of new technologies. Strong teamwork and collaboration skills. Experienced in Routing & Switching, DWDM, ADSL, IP/MPLS, OSPF, BGP, Firewall, among others, with knowledge of various equipment familiar with EdgeCore, ZTE, Zyxel, FS, Mikrotik, Cisco, Padtec, Nokia, Infinera, Extreme, Raisecom, Huawei, Watchguard, Fortigate equipment.
An embedded engineer designs, programs, and tests the hardware-software systems that run inside devices like microcontrollers, IoT sensors, automotive ECUs, medical instruments, and consumer electronics. Hiring a skilled embedded engineer gives your product the low-level firmware, real-time control, and hardware integration it needs to function reliably in the field. On Freelancer.com you can connect with embedded systems engineers across every major architecture, toolchain, and industry vertical.
An embedded systems engineer bridges electronics and software. They write firmware that runs directly on microcontrollers and processors, design board-level peripherals, configure communication protocols, and validate that the resulting system behaves correctly under real-world timing, power, and environmental constraints.
Unlike general software developers, embedded engineers work close to the metal. They manage memory by hand, write interrupt service routines, configure clocks and peripherals through registers, and debug with oscilloscopes and logic analyzers. The commercial value is direct: well-engineered firmware reduces field failures, lowers power consumption, shortens certification cycles, and extends product lifespan.
A freelance embedded developer typically produces a defined set of artifacts tied to your product roadmap. Common deliverables include:
Strong candidates are fluent in the toolchains and silicon families relevant to your product. Look for hands-on experience with platforms that match your hardware roadmap.
Embedded engineering work spans nearly every physical product category. Freelance embedded engineers regularly support:
Embedded work rewards proven experience over generalist credentials. When reviewing freelancers, weigh qualifications, portfolio depth, and tool-specific fluency together.
Strong signals include a degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or a related field; shipped products in your target architecture; comfort reading schematics and datasheets; experience with the specific RTOS or bare-metal model your project requires; and familiarity with the regulatory regime your industry demands. Ask to see source code samples, debug session walkthroughs, or board bring-up logs.
Sample interview questions you can copy and use:
Many embedded projects touch nearby disciplines. Depending on scope, you may also need PCB design, FPGA development, hardware schematic capture in Altium Designer or KiCad, mechanical CAD integration, mobile app development for companion apps, cloud backend work for IoT telemetry on AWS IoT or Azure IoT Hub, and DSP or computer vision specialists. Many freelance embedded engineers cover two or three of these adjacencies.
Freelancer.com gives you access to a global pool of embedded systems engineers spanning every major MCU family, RTOS, and industry vertical. Whether you need a short consultation on a stubborn bug, a full firmware build from scratch, or ongoing maintenance on a shipped product, you can find vetted talent quickly. Clients post a project on Freelancer.com, set their own budget, and receive competitive bids from freelancers with verified portfolios, ratings, and client reviews. Milestone Payments hold funds until agreed deliverables are accepted, giving both sides confidence throughout the engagement.
Hiring an embedded engineer is more technical than most freelance categories because the work depends on specific silicon, toolchains, and regulatory contexts. Following a structured process helps you attract bids from engineers whose experience genuinely matches your hardware and product goals. Here is how to run the hire on Freelancer.com.
Your project brief is the single biggest factor shaping bid quality. The more precisely you describe the hardware, firmware scope, and constraints, the more accurately freelance embedded engineers can scope the work and the faster you can filter mismatched candidates. Head to the
Bids on embedded projects are short proposals, not just price quotes. A strong bid signals that the engineer has read your brief, understood the hardware context, and thought about the realistic path to delivery. Read each proposal carefully and use Freelancer.com chat to clarify technical questions before shortlisting.
The final decision should combine proposal quality with profile evidence. For embedded work, a consistent track record across multiple shipped firmware projects is more reassuring than a single impressive example, because reliability under real-world conditions is exactly what you are paying for.
Timelines vary widely with scope. A focused firmware bug fix or driver port may take days, a complete product firmware build often runs several months, and regulated medical or automotive projects can stretch longer once compliance testing is included. Share your hardware specs and target milestones in the brief to get realistic estimates.
The terms overlap heavily. Firmware engineers focus on the software running on a microcontroller, while embedded engineers often cover both firmware and the hardware interaction, board bring-up, and sometimes schematic review. For most freelance projects either title delivers the same work, but if your scope includes hardware decisions, look for explicit board bring-up experience.
Yes. Many clients on Freelancer.com hire embedded engineers for discrete tasks such as porting firmware to a new MCU, writing a single driver, optimizing power consumption, or troubleshooting a failed bring-up. You can also retain the same freelancer for follow-on revisions once the initial project is complete.
For most board-level work, yes. Shipping a development board or prototype lets the engineer test directly on real silicon and capture timing-accurate behavior. For early-stage work, simulators like Renode or QEMU and evaluation kits matching your target MCU can substitute until custom hardware is available.
If your problem is mostly software running on existing hardware, hire an embedded engineer. If you need a new PCB designed, schematic capture, or component selection, hire an electronics or PCB designer, often alongside an embedded engineer who will write the firmware once the board is built.

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