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Senior
Registration: 18.09.2025

Faig Baghirov

Specialization: Embedded Systems Engineer
— Skilled Embedded Systems Developer with extensive experience in C/C++, GCC/GDB, and Makefile/CMake. — Proficient in developing firmware for MCU/MPU platforms across both Linux and Windows environments. — Expertise in multithreading, RTOS, and peripheral interfaces such as USB, SPI, USART, I2C, Timers, ADC/DAC, Sensors, Actuators, Cameras, Microphones. — Comprehensive knowledge of wireless communication protocols including Z-Wave, Zigbee, and Bluetooth. — Experienced in networking, REST APIs, and SQLITE database management. — Strong background in GIT version control, solution architecture design, and mentorship for junior engineers.
— Skilled Embedded Systems Developer with extensive experience in C/C++, GCC/GDB, and Makefile/CMake. — Proficient in developing firmware for MCU/MPU platforms across both Linux and Windows environments. — Expertise in multithreading, RTOS, and peripheral interfaces such as USB, SPI, USART, I2C, Timers, ADC/DAC, Sensors, Actuators, Cameras, Microphones. — Comprehensive knowledge of wireless communication protocols including Z-Wave, Zigbee, and Bluetooth. — Experienced in networking, REST APIs, and SQLITE database management. — Strong background in GIT version control, solution architecture design, and mentorship for junior engineers.

Skills

C / C++
GCC
GDB
Makefile
CMake
GIT
SQL
JavaScript
TypeScript
Python
SOLID
MVC
MCU
STM32
AVR
MPU
ARM
x86
x86-64
Linux
Windows
Multithreading
RTOS
Timers
ADC / DAC
Sensors
Actuators
Cameras
Microphones
Solutions Architecture
Z-Wave
Zigbee
Bluetooth
USB
SPI
USART
I2C
Ethernet
REST API
WebSocket
SQLite
ERP
Docker
DevOps

Work experience

Deputy Chief Executive Officer
since 05.2025 - Till the present day |Idrak Technology Transfer
ERP
● Leading the development of a comprehensive IT strategy to diversify income streams, improve cross-team collaboration, establish a structured workflow management system, expose R&D teams to real-time, field-tested challenges, and strengthen the company's public image. Achievements: ● Demonstrated strong foresight by accurately anticipating company changes more than 6 months before they occurred. Developed and proposed a strategy to navigate the challenging situation, which the company eventually decided to implement. ● Established a strategic framework agreement with the country’s top scientific institute, laying the foundation for commercialization of high-impact R&D projects.
Senior Embedded Systems Engineer
04.2024 - 05.2025 |Idrak Technology Transfer
C/C++, GCC, GDB, Makefile, CMake, GIT, SQL, JavaScript, TypeScript, Python, SOLID, MVC, MCU, STM32, AVR, MPU, ARM, x86, x86-64, Linux, Windows, REST API, WebSocket, SQLite
● Designed and implemented smart embedded devices, including tracking bracelets for law enforcement, biometric-based smart door systems, and a central hub for smart home automation. ● Mentored junior developers, improving team productivity and technical skill levels. ● Configured development environments for embedded C projects. ● Designed and developed multiple embedded devices from the ground up, including hardware integration and firmware development. ● Revamped and optimized legacy projects, enhancing system performance, reliability, and efficiency.
Embedded Solutions Architect / Mentor
08.2019 - 01.2020 |UNDP
C/C++, GCC, GDB, Makefile, CMake, GIT, SQL, JavaScript, TypeScript, Python, SOLID, MVC, MCU, STM32, AVR, MPU, ARM, x86, x86-64, Linux, Windows, REST API, WebSocket, SQLite
● Led IoT project development, including design and architectural concepts. ● Managed teams and prepared necessary documentation for IoT projects. ● Reduced manufacturing and component costs by selecting alternative MCUs and optimizing firmware. Key Projects: ● Air Quality Monitor. ● Parking Observer. ● Fleet Management. ● Cleaner Drone. ● A/C Cluster. ● Sound Analyzer.
Embedded Software Developer
10.2016 - 08.2019 |NDA
C/C++, GCC, GDB, Makefile, CMake, GIT, SQL, JavaScript, TypeScript, Python, SOLID, MVC, MCU, STM32, AVR, MPU, ARM, x86, x86-64, Linux, Windows, REST API, WebSocket, SQLite
Key Projects: ● SmartGarden. ● Aroma Lamp Lights Controller. ● Smart Facility. ● Heart Attack Monitor. ● Air Humidifier. ● Air Quality Monitor. ● Relay Trigger. ● Designed and developed firmware for various embedded systems, integrating sensors, wireless communication, and real-time data processing. ● Worked with AVR (Atmega 8/16/328p) and STM32 (F103/F411/L303) microcontrollers to develop energy-efficient and performance-optimized solutions. ● Implemented low-power techniques, extending device battery life by 30% on average. ● Designed and optimized custom communication protocols. ● Designed multi-threaded scheduling algorithms for real-time operation, significantly improving responsiveness and reducing system latency. ● Developed and debugged firmware with industry-standard tools, identifying and fixing critical issues to enhance system robustness. ● Collaborated with hardware engineers to optimize PCB layouts for better signal integrity and power efficiency.
Senior DevOps Engineer
07.2023 - 02.2024 |Prosys
Docker, DevOps
Driven by my strong background in system administration and software development, I explored DevOps upon recommendations from colleagues. This role allowed me to enhance automation, infrastructure management, and deployment processes, adding valuable skills to my engineering expertise. ● Introduced Docker containerization and automation scripts, reducing deployment time by 70%. ● Developed an automated test generator for database tables and views. ● Improved security and compliance by enforcing best practices across the DevOps lifecycle. ● Enhanced user experience and satisfaction by implementing resource usage forecasting. ● Mentored and guided junior DevOps specialists.

Educational background

Applied Mathematics (Bachelor’s Degree)
Till 2007
Azerbaijan State Oil Academy

Languages

EnglishAdvancedArabicElementaryAzerbaijaniNativeTurkishIntermediateRussianNative