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mattburt36/README.md

Embedded Software Engineer

I'm passionate about embedded systems and love learning through hands-on experience.

Current Focus

  • Learning: Advanced power optimization for solar-powered IoT gateways
  • Looking to collaborate on: Open-source embedded projects using Nordic platforms
  • Ask me about: Nordic SDK, Zephyr RTOS, cellular IoT, or embedded C programming
  • Reach me at: mattb@hoptech.co.nz

Featured Projects

[Fine-Grained Positioning System]

Trilateration-based asset tracking using Multi-carrier Phase Difference

  • Tech Stack: Nordic Semiconductor, Zephyr RTOS

[Solar-Powered IoT Gateway]

Power-efficient dual-SoC gateway for remote monitoring

  • Tech Stack: Nordic Thingy91 (nRF9160 + nRF52840), Zephyr RTOS, Cellular IoT
  • Key Features: BLE scanning, cellular data transmission, intelligent power throttling
  • Challenges Overcome: Flash management, stack overflows, RAM optimization

[Legacy Network Modernization]

Tools and documentation for maintaining large-scale embedded Linux deployments

  • Tech Stack: Embedded Linux, Shell scripting, Python
  • Purpose: Improve reliability of 1000+ devices in challenging RF environments
  • Impact: Created comprehensive troubleshooting documentation, reduced downtime

Professional Experience

Embedded Software Engineer @ Descartes Systems Group (July 2023 - September 2025)

  • Maintain 1000+ embedded Linux devices in airport cargo environments
  • Develop IoT solutions using Nordic nRF9160/nRF52840 with Zephyr RTOS
  • Implement MQTT-based communication over cellular networks
  • Resolve complex embedded challenges: memory management, power optimization, remote debugging

Software Engineer / Junior CAD Engineer @ F&C Technologies (July 2020 - July 2023)

  • Designed embedded software solutions for Arduino platforms
  • Created debugging applications for multi-FPGA systems
  • Designed and manufactured PCBs using CAD software and automated assembly tools

Learning Philosophy

  • I learn by doing and making mistakes

  • I believe the best way to understand embedded systems is through practical experience. I also have the firm belief that there is no use in dealing with half finished code bases that have been bloated and broken by improper AI usage; I prefer to start fresh and make something do what it is intended to do rather than jump through the hoops that have been created by over engineering.

Notable Achievements

  • Successfully created positioning system for an academic project
  • Optimized solar-powered gateway achieving weeks of autonomous operation
  • Maintained 99%+ uptime across 1000+ devices in challenging RF environments

Based in New Zealand

  • Richmond, Nelson Region
  • Bachelor of IT (Software Major) - NMIT 2024
  • Former chef turned engineer - bringing precision and problem-solving skills to embedded systems

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