Samba Ndome

I worked on IoT and embedded systems development projects in a critical production, multi-team, and highly constrained environment.

The mission covered the architecture, development, integration, and stabilization of complete industrial IoT solutions, from embedded firmware to the cloud, via connected IoT gateways and edge services.

🔹 Development of embedded firmware for connected devices

🔹 Device lifecycle management (boot, configuration, states, communication)

🔹 Development and integration of IoT gateways under embedded Linux

🔹 Implementation of MQTT communications (telemetry, commands, QoS)

🔹 Management of Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) connectivity

🔹 Implementation of edge logic to improve resilience and service continuity

🔹 Integration with Azure IoT Edge (modules, routing, edge runtime)

🔹 Connection and operation via Azure IoT Hub

🔹 Field analysis, system debugging, and operational support

🔹 C / C++ (embedded firmware)

🔹 Python, Bash (scripts, tools, automation, debugging)

🔹 Embedded Linux (systemd, services, networking)

🔹 Yocto (depending on scope), cross-compilation

🔹 Docker, Docker Compose

🔹 MQTT

🔹 Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, BLE

🔹 Azure IoT Edge, Azure IoT Hub

🔹 Firmware debugging (JTAG/SWD, serial logs)

🔹 Linux logs, Docker logs, monitoring, and diagnostics

🔹 Mastery of the complete chain: firmware → gateway → edge → cloud

🔹 Strong awareness of industrial constraints (reliability, security, operability)

🔹 Ability to work on complex IoT architectures in real production environments

Development of a BLDC Pump POC for Electric Vehicle

🔹 Studies & Prototyping:

Conducted feasibility studies for the POC. Designed and built a functional prototype.

🔹 Technical Characterization:

In-depth characterization of the motor, pump, and hydraulic circuit for optimal performance.

🔹 Customer Relationship Management:

Interacted with clients for sourcing, setting up NDAs, and managing licenses.

🔹 Software Development:

Integrated the low-level layer and developed the communication layer. Implemented a state machine for smooth management. Conducted integration tests and static analyses compliant with the MISRA standard.

🔹 Technical Environment:

Microcontroller: Infineon TLE9872 (Cortex M3)

Tools & Protocols: KEIL MDK, RTOS, CMSIS, LIN

Configuration Management: RTC Jazz

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Development of Aircraft Control HMI (DO178 DAL B)

🔹 Architectural Design:

Defined the static and dynamic architecture of graphical modules to ensure an intuitive and efficient user interface.

🔹 System Development:

Implemented the OS and base layers to ensure stable and optimal HMI performance.

🔹 SW Test Bench:

Designed a software test bench with QT Creator. Used Qt Quick QML for the PC application, integrating RS and Uart communications for the micro-controller.

🔹 Technical Environment:

Tools & IDE: STM32IDE, Qt Creator, LDRA

Microcontroller: stm32h735g

Configuration Management: SVN

Languages: C and C++

Tech Lead of a Software Team

🔹 Leadership and Coordination: Led a team of 5 specialized software engineers.

🔹 Specification: Developed functional and technical specifications tailored to project needs.

🔹 Architecture: Designed the software architecture and standardized software components, ensuring robustness and scalability.

🔹 Planning & Project Management: Organized activities using professional tools like MS Project.

🔹 Client & Supplier Relations: Ensured communication and coordination with clients and suppliers to align expectations and deliverables.

🔹 Testing & Documentation: Implemented robust testing procedures and produced comprehensive technical documentation.

🔹 Technical Environment:

Operating Systems: Embedded Linux, Yocto

Tools & Frameworks: Qt, mcuXpresso

Target Hardware: iMX8, MKW38, ESP32

Configuration Management: Git, Jazz RTC

Programming Languages: C/C++, Python

Communication & Protocols: UART, WiFi, BLE, LTE, Ethernet, Cloud, MQTT