Nauman Shakir

A Senior IoT Engineer and IoT Solution Architect crafting seamless solutions for a smarter world.

Full-Stack IoT

• IoT Product Preliminary Research

• IoT Product Prototype Design

• IoT Product Design

• Cloud Services(AWS and Azure)

• IoT Product Manufacturing Support

Programming

• Python/Python3/uPython

• Rust

• C/C++

• JS, NodeJS

• NodeRED

• VueJS

• Visual Basic .Net

• Bash Scripting

• Development Tools(VS Code, Nano, Platform.io)

• Versioning Tools(Git, Github, GitLab)

Circuit Design and 3D Modeling

• 3D Modeling(Fusion360, SolidWorks)

• 3D Printing(Cura)

• Circuit and PCB Designing(KiCAD, EasyEDA, Fritzing)

Senior Software Engineer(Integration/Platform Team)

Berlin, Germany

03/2022 – Present

Technology: AVP-2(Automated Valet Parking)

* Developing an in-house secure and server-grade Linux-Distribution with HPC and GPU support based on Yocto.

* Prepared and presented AVP-2 Demo at CES2022 Las Vegas, USA.
* Working as a Software Engineer (Integration Team) and using Rust as a primary programming language.
* Implemented PKI and secrets management infrastructure using vault etc.
* Designed Hardware Modules for shifting the vehicle between autonomous AVP and non-autonomous drive modes.
* R&D on a functional-saftey-centered(ASIL-D) project using Infineon Aurix TC377.

* Developed production functions for driverless vehicle (in accordance with ISO26262/IEC61508)

* Enterprise RAG App POC

Tech used: Rust | C/C++ | Python | Git | CircleCI | Vault | Kubernetes | Yocto | Ansible | Helm | Terraform | ArgoCD | MQTT | Embedded Systems | Electronics | PCB Design | Fast Prototyping | KiCad | EasyEDA | Linux Servers | Deployments | Docker | Jira.

Senior IoT Systems Engineer

Sheridan, USA

11/2019 – 02/2022

Led and delivered multiple IoT projects for international clients, leveraging a wide range of technical expertise in IoT systems design, embedded systems, DevOps, and cloud integration. Provided end-to-end solutions from prototyping to deployment, enhancing client product reliability and scalability.

Projects:

● Audio Analysis IoT System for PerspectiveComponents(now
NoiseVu)(Albuquerque, USA): Built an automated IoT device
management system for 100+ IoT devices deployed across the city.
Managed firmware updates and backend infrastructure using Python,
NodeJS, and AWS services.

● Warehouse Management System for SendSolution (Eindhoven,
Netherlands): Developed a package-location tracking system with LoRA
wireless mesh technology, integrating Raspberry Pis, ESP32, and various
sensors. Increased tracking efficiency by 60%.

IoT Solution Architect

Lahore, Pakistan

09/2019 – 01/2021

Led a team of 4 to integrate a Contactless Temperature Sensing Device (CTS) with a payroll management system (Finja), i.e. embedded device to measure the temperature of employees using IR sensors (MLX90614 and TOF). Prototyped/designed universal electronic door-locks add-on device DoorNinja with a smartphone app to allow scheduled and managed access to electronic door locks. Delivered 10+ different DoorNinjas to clients across the country. Used ESP32, EPS8266, AVR MCUs. Furthermore, I designed PayNinja to accept digital payments at venues without the internet by exposing a secure WiFi AP to which users can connect and do payment validation/verification over a GPRS connection via EasyTickets (an all-in-one payment app). PayNinja was deployed at 20+ events. Prototyped and designed an add-on (CashlessVend) to allow digital payments from classical vending machines over machine communication protocol MDB.

Tech used: C/C++ | Python | NodeJS | NodeRED | Git | uPython | Linux Servers | HTTP APIs | MQTT | PCB Design | Embedded Systems | Electronics | KiCad | EasyEDA | Fusion360 | 3D Printing | Manufacturing.

How do I Work?

Embarking on the IoT development journey, I follow a structured, step-by-step process to ensure success at every stage.

1. Requirements Gathering: The process begins with gathering detailed project requirements, followed by a thorough technical and operational analysis. This helps me understand the specific needs and challenges of the project.

2. Preliminary Research Report: Based on the analysis, I create a comprehensive Preliminary Research Report. This report outlines the technical specifications, potential solutions, and project roadmap, serving as the foundation for the entire project.

3. Prototype Design: Upon approval of the research report, I move into the Prototype Design phase. I use off-the-shelf components, interactive dashboards, and apps to test and validate the prototype’s functionality before moving forward.

4. Development and Deployment: As the prototype takes shape, I transition to full-scale development and deployment. This includes refining the software, integrating the hardware, and testing the solution’s real-world functionality.

5. Final Product Design: With the prototype validated, I craft the Final Product Design, meticulously selecting components for the Bill of Materials (BOM), designing the PCB layout, and developing the enclosure to ensure optimal performance and aesthetics.

6. Production: Once the design is finalized, I work closely with the manufacturer, providing all necessary design files and specifications to bring the vision to life. From prototyping to full production, I ensure every step is seamless and precise.

Throughout each phase, I remain committed to delivering high-quality, scalable IoT solutions that exceeds the expectations.