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Embedded Software Engineer

Turin, Italy
Worldwide
M.Sc. in Biomedical Engineering
Turin, Italy
Worldwide
M.Sc. in Biomedical Engineering

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About me

Experienced Embedded Software Engineer with 5+ years of expertise in Embedded C/C++, ARM Cortex-M, FPGA, and RTOS. Skilled in I2C, SPI, RS485, BLE, and Wifi. Ready to bring my technical prowess to your dynamic team.

ResearchAlgorithmsData AnalysisARM ArchitectureMedical ImagingBluetooth Low Energy (Bluetooth)C++ (Programming Language)CalculationsCommunications ProtocolsComputer ProgrammingData CollectionData TransmissionsEmbedded SystemsEmbedded SoftwareFirmwareField-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA)FreeRTOSSystem MonitorIntegrated CircuitsImage ProcessingPython (Programming Language)MATLABMeasurement and MetrologyReal-Time Operating SystemsRS-485 StandardSensor FusionSignal ProcessingKidney Failure (Professional Expertise)Wi-Fi TechnologyPatient AssessmentSerial Peripheral InterfacePIC MicrocontrollerInternet of Things (IoT)Sensors
Embedded Systems Development
Advanced expertise in developing and maintaining embedded software for vital sign monitoring systems using NXP microcontrollers and C++, with real-time operating system design capabilities

ARM Cortex-M Programming
Proficient programming skills for ARM Cortex-M microcontrollers with extensive experience in low-power IoT device development and BLE communication protocols

Signal Processing and Algorithm Implementation
Specialized knowledge in implementing embedded algorithms for SpO2 measurement and sensor data fusion to calculate blood oxygen saturation levels in real-time

FPGA Development
Experience in FPGA implementation for advanced medical image processing including real-time image enhancement and dynamic region of interest extraction

Communication Protocols
Expertise in I2C, SPI, RS485, BLE, and WiFi protocols for embedded system integration and data transmission

Real-Time Operating Systems
Proficiency in FreeRTOS development and implementation for low-power IoT devices with seamless communication capabilities

Python and MATLAB Programming
Advanced skills in Python and MATLAB for image processing, data analysis, and research project implementation

Medical Device Development
Specialized experience in firmware development for cutting-edge renal care technologies and medical imaging systems

Sensor Integration
Proficient in integrating sensors using SPI/I2C interfaces for data acquisition in embedded systems with cross-functional team collaboration

Languages

EnglishFluentFrenchFluentItalianNative speaker

Project history

Embedded Software Engineer

Hinlab

Pharmaceuticals & Medical Technology

10-50 team member

Developed and maintained embedded software for advanced vital sign monitoring systems including SpO2, Respiratory Rate, and PSI using NXP microcontrollers and C++. Integrated and optimized algorithms for performance and system reliability. Designed real-time operating system for low-power IoT devices with BLE communication and NFC protocol handling.

Embedded Software Engineer

Dreem

Pharmaceuticals & Medical Technology

50-250 team member

Engineered innovative embedded software solutions for sleep disorder therapies achieving 25% improvement in algorithm accuracy. Designed and developed real-time operating system in C/C++ for low-power IoT devices with BLE and NFC protocol handling. Implemented embedded algorithms for SpO2 measurement using signal processing techniques and sensor data fusion.

Embedded Software Engineer

Barco

Pharmaceuticals & Medical Technology

500-1000 team member

Proficient in integrating sensors using SPI/I2C interfaces for data acquisition in embedded systems. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to achieve 15% reduction in customer-reported issues through rigorous testing and debugging. Implemented advanced software solutions for Cypress/Infineon PSoC family enhancing electronic device capabilities.

Firmware Engineer

Medtronic

Pharmaceuticals & Medical Technology

500-1000 team member

Spearheaded firmware development for cutting-edge renal care technologies within R&D division. Implemented robust algorithms for precise pump control ensuring efficient and reliable operation under various conditions. Integrated sensor reading functionalities to collect and process data from pressure, temperature, and fuel gauge sensors.

Visiting Graduate Research Fellow

Houston Methodist Hospital
Conducted research in Nanomedicine Department focusing on Bluetooth Low Energy devices for in vivo and in vitro studies. Utilized Python and MATLAB for image processing and data analysis in research projects. Published papers in peer-reviewed journals on nanomedicine and biomedical research topics.

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