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Embedded Systems Engineer  ·  Riyadh, KSA

MUHAMMAD OWAIS IQBAL MALIK

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Gold Medalist
Final Year Project Distinction
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Silver Medalist
Academic Excellence

Building the bridge between hardware and software. From bare-metal firmware on STM32 and nRF9160 to cloud dashboards on AWS — I architect end-to-end embedded solutions that work in the real world.

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Years Experience
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Embedded Platforms
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CGPA / 4.00
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University Medals
EMBEDDED
ENGINEER
BLE GATT
LTE-M
AWS EC2
nRF9160
STM32
XBee / LoRa
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Experience

Palmlabs
Embedded Systems Engineer
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Nov 2024 – Present
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▸ Role & Responsibilities
  • Own end-to-end firmware development across multiple production IoT platforms — vehicle/asset trackers and RF target-control systems — from hardware bring-up through to field deployment
  • Architect device-to-cloud systems including FOTA/OTA update pipelines, cross-platform BLE configurators, and AWS/GCP telemetry backends and dashboards
  • Build and maintain the production-side database for tracker/device operations, inventory, SIM/IMEI records, and service history
  • Collaborate across firmware, backend, and operations teams to align device behaviour with real deployment and production requirements
  • Drive memory and power optimisation and run structured field testing for connectivity, GPS acquisition, and RF range under real-world conditions
C/C++QuecOpen SDKnRF Connect SDKBLE GATTLTE-M / NB-IoTGPSFOTA / OTAAWS / GCPMySQL
▸ See detailed builds in Projects ↓
Palmlabs
Systems Administrator
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Nov 2024 – Present
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▸ Role & Responsibilities
  • Own and operate the full AWS stack (EC2, S3, IAM) underpinning production IoT device backends, targeting 99%+ uptime and enforcing least-privilege security policies
  • Manage GCP infrastructure for high-throughput device telemetry ingestion, time-series storage, and analytics across thousands of connected field devices
  • Configure and harden Ubuntu servers — Nginx reverse proxies, firewalls, WireGuard VPNs, and TLS certificate management for secure device-to-cloud channels
  • Maintain automated deployment pipelines and monitoring dashboards; respond to alerts and run root-cause analysis to minimise mean time to recovery
  • Keep production database records aligned with operations needs — tracker inventory, device assignments, installation progress, and support follow-ups
AWS EC2/S3/IAMGCPLinux/UbuntuNginxWireGuard VPNShell ScriptingSystem Monitoring
▸ See the infrastructure build in Projects ↓
Northern Mountains Contracting Co.
IT Engineer
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Aug 2024 – Nov 2024
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▸ IT Infrastructure, ERP & Digital Platforms
  • Conducted a comprehensive IT systems assessment and readiness audit in preparation for a company-wide ERP migration, identifying gaps in infrastructure, data quality, and process readiness
  • Managed on-premises server infrastructure, storage systems, and network capacity planning; maintained corporate website and internal web services
  • Administered key Saudi government and enterprise digital platforms: PetroApp, Tawasal, and Etimad — ensuring continuity for procurement, communication, and tendering workflows
ERP SystemsServer InfrastructureNetwork AdministrationWeb DevelopmentSaudi Gov Platforms
Self-Employed / Online Marketplaces
Drop Shipping & E-Commerce Operations
Remote · UK / US Marketplaces
Nov 2022 – Feb 2024
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▸ Marketplace Listing & Product Operations
  • Operated a drop-shipping workflow by sourcing vendor products, preparing product listings, and publishing them across online marketplaces including Facebook Marketplace UK, Amazon, Walmart, and other e-commerce channels
  • Created product titles, descriptions, pricing, images, and listing details to improve visibility, buyer trust, and conversion across marketplace platforms
  • Tracked marketplace inventory and vendor availability to avoid overselling, incorrect pricing, and delayed customer fulfilment
  • Monitored competitor listings and adjusted prices, descriptions, and product positioning based on demand, margins, and platform response
Drop ShippingFacebook Marketplace UKAmazonWalmartProduct ListingE-Commerce
▸ Order Handling & Vendor Coordination
  • Received customer orders for vendor products, confirmed order details, and coordinated with vendors to arrange fulfilment and delivery
  • Managed order records, customer communication, shipment follow-up, and issue resolution to maintain a smooth buyer experience
  • Handled product research, vendor comparison, margin calculation, and basic sales tracking to identify products with stronger selling potential
  • Built practical experience in online selling, digital operations, customer handling, marketplace compliance, and remote business management
Vendor CoordinationOrder ManagementCustomer SupportPricing StrategyInventory TrackingSales Operations
Freelance
Embedded Systems Developer & Web Designer
Remote
Feb 2022 – Mar 2024
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▸ Embedded Systems Projects
  • Delivered custom embedded firmware and prototype hardware solutions for clients across IoT, automation, and sensing domains — managing requirements gathering through to final delivery and documentation
  • Developed microcontroller-based projects on STM32, ESP32, and Arduino platforms: sensor integration, motor control, wireless communication (BLE, Wi-Fi), and real-time data logging
  • Built and shipped multiple end-to-end IoT prototypes — device firmware, backend APIs, and simple dashboards — for clients requiring proof-of-concept to market-ready builds
STM32ESP32ArduinoC/C++BLEWi-FiIoT Prototyping
▸ Web Design & Development
  • Designed and developed responsive, performance-optimised websites and web applications for small business clients; handled end-to-end delivery including UI/UX design, development, and deployment
  • Built reusable component libraries and applied accessibility and SEO best practices; maintained long-term client relationships with iterative design improvements
HTML/CSSJavaScriptResponsive DesignUI/UXClient Delivery
Cedrus Group
Web Developer Intern
Abbottabad, Pakistan
Jun 2023 – Sep 2023
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▸ Frontend Development
  • Developed UI components and complete web pages using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript; built reusable libraries that reduced future development effort across the team
  • Applied accessibility (WCAG) and performance optimisation best practices; participated in code reviews, debugging sessions, and sprint planning under Agile methodology
HTMLCSSJavaScriptAccessibilityAgile
Huawei Technologies
Network Engineer Intern — RSC Department
Pakistan
Jul 2021 – Oct 2021
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▸ Radio & Site Configuration (RSC)
  • Gained hands-on experience within Huawei's Radio Site Configuration (RSC) department, supporting network planning, configuration management, and site commissioning activities for cellular infrastructure deployments
  • Assisted in the configuration and testing of radio access network (RAN) equipment; worked with network management tools to monitor site KPIs and troubleshoot performance issues
  • Developed foundational knowledge of telecom network architecture (LTE/4G), RF planning principles, and enterprise-grade network operations workflows within a global technology environment
LTE/4GRAN ConfigurationRF PlanningNetwork ManagementSite CommissioningHuawei NMS
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Skills

Languages
C
C++
Python
Verilog HDL
MATLAB
MySQL
HTML/CSS
JavaScript
Embedded Platforms
STM32
nRF9160
ESP32
ATSAME70
Arduino
Raspberry Pi
BeagleBone
EC200U
Communication Protocols
BLE (GATT)
LTE-M
NB-IoT
GPS/GNSS
XBee API
LoRa
UART
SPI
I2C
LTE/4G (RAN)
Cloud, Database & Backend
AWS EC2/S3/IAM
GCP
FOTA/OTA
REST APIs
Nginx
WireGuard VPN
MySQL
Production Database Design
Tracker Device Management
Telemetry Data Handling
E-Commerce Operations
Marketplace Listings
Tools, IDEs & OS
Atmel Studio
MPLAB X
Arduino IDE
nRF Connect SDK
Jira
AutoCAD
Proteus
Ubuntu / Linux
Embedded Debugging
Field Testing
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Projects

Select a dossier from the index  ·  production builds first, academic work below

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GitHub

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Education

Bachelor of Science
Computer Engineering
Hitec University  ·  2020 – 2024
3.59
CGPA / 4.00
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Awards

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Gold Medalist
Hitec University
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Silver Medalist
Hitec University
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Licenses & Certifications

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Open To

Roles where I'd hit the ground running from day one

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Embedded Systems Engineer
Bare-metal firmware development in C/C++ on ARM Cortex-M platforms (STM32, nRF9160, ATSAME70, ESP32). RTOS integration, peripheral driver development, bootloader design, and full bring-up from schematic to production firmware. Experience across BLE, LTE-M, XBee RF, LoRa, GPS, UART/SPI/I2C, motor-control workflows, and field-deployed tracker systems.
C/C++ARM Cortex-MRTOS / ZephyrBLE GATTLTE-MnRF9160FOTA
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IoT Solutions Engineer
End-to-end IoT product development — from MCU firmware and wireless stack integration to cloud ingestion pipelines and operator-facing dashboards. Proven with tracker products and shooting-range control firmware; comfortable owning the full vertical from device firmware to cloud, dashboards, and operational databases.
IoT ArchitectureAWS / GCPMQTT / HTTPGPS / GNSSNB-IoTLoRaDashboard Design
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Database / Production Systems Engineer
Developing and maintaining production-side databases for operational records, tracker/device inventory, service history, reporting, and internal workflow visibility. Able to connect database structure with real device operations, field support, and management reporting.
MySQLProduction DatabasesTracker ManagementDevice RecordsReportingOperations Support
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E-Commerce / Marketplace Operations
Additional operations experience managing online product listings, vendor coordination, order handling, marketplace communication, inventory checks, and pricing support across channels such as Facebook Marketplace UK, Amazon, Walmart, and similar platforms.
Drop ShippingMarketplace ListingsVendor OrdersCustomer SupportPricingOrder Tracking
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Cloud / DevOps Engineer (Embedded Backend)
Managing production cloud infrastructure for IoT device fleets — AWS EC2/S3/IAM, GCP, Linux server hardening, Nginx reverse proxies, VPN tunnels, and CI/CD pipelines. Experienced in bridging embedded development and cloud ops to deliver reliable device-to-cloud data flows at scale.
AWS EC2/S3/IAMGCPLinux / UbuntuNginxWireGuardShell ScriptingCI/CD
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RF / Wireless Systems Engineer
Hands-on protocol expertise across BLE GATT, LTE-M, NB-IoT, LoRa, and GPS — from custom protocol design and modem AT command layer through to antenna testing, RF field validation, and link-budget analysis under real-world deployment conditions.
BLE / GATTLTE-M / NB-IoTLoRaWANGPS / GNSSRF TestingProtocol DesignAT Commands
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Firmware Release / DevOps Engineer
FOTA/OTA pipeline architecture, firmware versioning strategy, and automated release workflows over HTTP and MQTT. Experienced designing rollback-safe update systems for field-deployed devices and maintaining CI/CD pipelines that integrate firmware builds with cloud deployment steps.
FOTA / OTACI/CD PipelinesFirmware VersioningHTTP / MQTTShell / PythonRelease Management
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Telecom / RAN Engineer
Grounded in cellular fundamentals from a Huawei internship in the RSC department — RAN configuration, LTE/4G site commissioning, RF planning, and network KPI analysis. Able to bridge the gap between device-side modem behaviour and network-side radio planning for LTE-M and NB-IoT deployments.
LTE / 4GRAN ConfigurationSite CommissioningRF PlanningNetwork KPIsHuawei NMS
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Technical Solutions Architect
Designing full-stack embedded and IoT solutions — hardware platform selection, firmware architecture, cloud integration strategy, BLE/LTE/LoRa radio stack design, and client-facing technical documentation. Comfortable translating complex engineering decisions into clear product requirements and delivery roadmaps.
System ArchitectureHardware SelectionCloud IntegrationTechnical DocsStakeholder CommsRoadmap Planning
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IT / Systems Administrator
Server infrastructure management, ERP assessment and readiness audits, network capacity planning, and enterprise platform administration. Experienced supporting Saudi government and corporate digital workflows including Etimad, PetroApp, and Tawasal in fast-paced operational environments.
Server AdminERP SystemsNetwork AdminLinux / UbuntuSaudi Gov PlatformsIT Audit
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Contact

Open to roles in embedded systems, IoT engineering, RF/wireless, device operations, and embedded cloud backends. Whether it's firmware running on the chip, a tracker database behind the operation, or the full device-to-cloud stack — let's build something that actually ships.

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Email
owais1.iqbal@mail.com
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Phone
+966 539 217 440
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LinkedIn
owais-malik63
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Location
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia