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  • Patrik

    Blockchain Engineer

    Hungary/(GMT +1:00)

    Patric is an enthusiastic, Strong Middle Developer with passion and experience in blockchain. He has started his own company focusing on NFT projects and has already experienced himself as a technical director with around 25 crypto projects published. Patrick's background history is in graphic design, branding, and social media design; therefore, you will have no chance to create a low-quality or not users-oriented product.

    Experience

    8 years

    Availability

    Full-time

  • Hamza

    AI Engineer

    Morocco/(GMT +1:00)

    Hamza is a senior AI/ML engineer with deep expertise in Python, scikit-learn, SQL, and applied GenAI, including LLMs, RAG, and multi-agent orchestration. He has delivered end-to-end machine learning and retrieval systems, with strengths in evaluation methodology, MLOps, and evidence-based decision-making. His experience spans health, sports, and insurance domains. He is known for structured communication, autonomy, strong product thinking, and the ability to translate complex ideas into practical solutions across health, sports, education, and other real-world domains.

    Experience

    8 years

    Availability

    Part-time & Full-time

  • Ibukun

    DevOps

    Poland/(GMT +1:00)

    Ibukun is a strong DevOps, SRE and Platform Engineer with 10+ years of experience in Azure cloud infrastructure, Databricks platform engineering, and Kubernetes-based workloads — primarily within large-scale enterprise and regulated financial services environments. His core stack runs Azure end-to-end: Terraform, AKS, Databricks, Azure DevOps, Grafana/Prometheus, and GitLab CI. He's delivered measurable outcomes across engagements: a 40% reduction in Databricks infrastructure costs and provisioning time cut from 3+ hours to ~15 minutes at UBS, and has experience leading small DevOps teams. An advanced GenAI practitioner who integrates AI tooling into architectural decision-making.

    Experience

    11 years

    Availability

    Part-time & Full-time

  • Daniel

    Full-stack Web Developer

    Australia/(GMT +8:00)

    Daniel is a senior full-stack engineer with a strong focus on AWS, Python/Django, React, and Kubernetes. He demonstrates deep architectural expertise in cloud infrastructure, system design, and pragmatic DevOps, with notable experience leading migrations and building scalable solutions. Certified as both a Kubernetes Administrator and Application Developer, Daniel is recognized for clear communication, ownership, and adaptability in fast-paced environments.

    Experience

    11 years

    Availability

    To be verified

  • Mac

    Full-stack Web Developer

    United Kingdom/(GMT)

    Mac is a senior full-stack engineer and technical leader with over a decade of experience building and scaling products across healthtech, edtech, fintech, and real estate. He has held CTO and Head of Technology roles, alongside multiple Tech Lead positions, consistently taking products from initial concept through to operational, production-ready platforms. His experience spans full-stack architecture, compliance-sensitive systems (HIPAA, FCA), and more recently, agentic and generative AI integration. Mac's strengths include architecting systems from the ground up, leading technical teams, and combining engineering, compliance, and product strategy into a single execution pipeline. He is recognized for his versatility across domains and his ability to repeatedly deliver end-to-end products as a hands-on technical leader.

    Experience

    16 years

    Availability

    Full-time

  • Lawrence

    Full-stack Web Developer

    Portugal/(GMT)

    Lawrence is a senior backend-oriented full-stack engineer with 11 years of experience, specializing in .NET, C#, and distributed systems. He demonstrates strong practical skills in designing scalable backend services, microservices, and system architectures, with solid working knowledge of React for frontend tasks. His experience includes hands-on DevOps, CI/CD, and cloud deployments, as well as pragmatic use of AI tools in production contexts. Communication is clear and flexible, though occasionally detailed, and he is recommended for senior roles focused on backend and system design.

    Experience

    11 years

    Availability

    Full-time

  • James

    Full-stack Web Developer

    Canada/(GMT -5:00)

    James is a Senior Software Engineer with 20+ years of commercial experience designing, developing, and modernizing enterprise software platforms, specializing in Java, Spring, TypeScript, SQL, and distributed systems. He combines hands-on backend and full-stack development with technical leadership, having led enterprise modernization initiatives involving mainframe-to-cloud migration, API architecture, and database performance optimization. His experience spans workforce management, payroll processing, data integration, and high-throughput systems, with a focus on scalability, reliability, and maintainable architecture. James brings strong stakeholder communication, technical ownership, and a product-focused approach to engineering.

    Experience

    26 years

    Availability

    Full-time

  • Kareem

    Site Reliability Engineer

    Germany/(GMT +1:00)

    Kareem is a strong senior Site Reliability and DevOps Engineer with broad production experience and sound troubleshooting instincts. He demonstrates senior-level operational judgment, clear client-facing communication, and a strong ownership mindset. Kareem is experienced in working independently on complex production environments, identifying and resolving operational issues, and supporting reliable day-to-day platform operations. He is well-suited for senior DevOps/SRE roles requiring independent decision-making, effective collaboration with engineering teams, and a strong focus on platform reliability and operational stability.

    Experience

    19 years

    Availability

    Part-time

  • Belmin

    UI/UX Designer

    Bosnia And Herzegovina/(GMT +1:00)

    Meet Belmin, a Senior UI/UX Designer with 8+ years of experience blending design expertise with an engineering mindset. He’s led end-to-end product design across startups in healthcare, education, gaming, and finance - most notably redesigning a legacy product at MeMate and managing junior designers. Belmin excels in Figma (incl. variables and design systems), UX audits, and clean handoffs with solid documentation. He’s comfortable owning information architecture and complex navigation.

    Experience

    9 years

    Availability

    Full-time

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Embedded software developers who ship firmware

Firmware bugs ship inside devices you can't easily recall. Our embedded software developers write C and C++ for microcontrollers with memory, power and timing in mind.

Why hire embedded software developers

An embedded software developer makes your device reliable, power-efficient and safe to update.

First weeks on a board

Bring-up, toolchain and a test harness before features.

Firmware or app developer?

Firmware runs the device; app developers build what talks to it.

OTA firmware updates

Safe remote updates with rollback if something fails.

Low-power design

Sleep modes and drivers that stretch battery life.

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Marc HorowitzCOO of SkyFi
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Telecommunications

We needed extra developers to clean off all these bugs so the company could skyrocket.

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Conor MackenDirector of Engineering
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AI

We needed extra AI engineers to keep our ambitious project running.

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Mike LukimanFounding Senior Software Engineer at Everstar.ai
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Frequently asked questions

Why should I hire embedded software developers?

Hiring embedded software developers is essential for designing and developing software that runs on specialized hardware, such as IoT devices, automotive systems, or consumer electronics. These developers ensure the software integrates efficiently with hardware, providing optimized performance, low latency, and reliability in embedded systems.

Where can I find embedded software developers for hire?

Embedded software developers can be found through job boards, recruitment agencies, or freelance platforms. Lemon.io connects you with pre-vetted embedded software developers, making it easier to find professionals with the necessary skills to develop robust, hardware-optimized software solutions for your projects.

What skills should I look for when hiring embedded software developers?

When hiring embedded software developers, look for expertise in C, C++, or Python programming languages, as well as experience with microcontrollers, real-time operating systems (RTOS), and hardware integration. Familiarity with debugging tools, embedded systems design, and communication protocols like SPI, I2C, and UART is also crucial.

How quickly can I hire embedded software developers?

The hiring process for embedded software developers typically takes a few weeks. However, platforms like Lemon.io can help you connect with pre-vetted developers in as little as 48 hours, allowing you to quickly find and hire experienced embedded software developers for your specific needs.

What are the benefits of hiring embedded software developers?

Hiring embedded software developers allows you to create highly efficient, reliable, and performance-optimized software for specialized hardware. Their expertise ensures that your devices and systems operate seamlessly, with low power consumption and fast response times, which is essential for applications in industries like IoT, automotive, and healthcare.

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