Carlos Eduardo Bastos

Embedded Systems & Hardware Developer

Professional Summary

Embedded Systems & Hardware Developer with experience in industrial automation, embedded Linux (Yocto), firmware validation, and end-to-end hardware development. Strong background in ESP32 and PIC using Embedded C/C++, with hands-on experience in RS-485 distributed systems. Open to international opportunities.

Technical Skills

  • Embedded: Microcontrollers (ESP32, PIC), Embedded C/C++, Firmware Development
  • Hardware: PCB Design, Circuit Analysis, Electronic Testing
  • Software: C, C++, Python, Linux
  • Tools: Git/GitHub, KiCad/Eagle, Qt, Vs Code

Languages

Portuguese (Native) | English (Full Professional Proficiency) | Spanish (Basic)

Experience

Technical Support Analyst – Companytec Automação e Controle Ltda

Dec 2022 – Present
  • Validated embedded firmware releases (Yocto-based systems)
  • Reported backend/frontend defects and supported system stability
  • Performed system-level validation before production deployment

Production and Maintenance Technician – Companytec Automação e Controle Ltda

Dec 2020 – Dec 2022
  • Programmed and operated SMT lines (Mirae MXP-100, Panasonic AM100)
  • Performed electrical and functional PCB validation
  • Supported large-scale industrial production flow

Embedded Systems & Hardware Developer (Voluntary) – Research & Development Lab

Feb 2016 – Nov 2020
  • Designed and developed a distributed embedded monitoring and control system using RS-485 communication
  • Implemented firmware for up to 32 networked nodes with real-time sensor data acquisition
  • Designed and validated PCBs for distributed modules deployed in field demonstrations

Education

Bachelor of Electrical Engineering - IFSUL - (in progress)

Electronics Technician - IFSUL

Honors & Awards

Bronze Medal - Science Category, GENIUS Olympiad, 2018 (USA)

Gold Medal - Electronic Engineering Category, 32nd MOSTRATEC, 2017 (Brazil)