I seek senior roles developing embedded systems and edge/cloud systems where I can design architectures and deliver scalable, high-performance solutions in collaborative, Agile teams.
Ulisse Rubizzo
@ulisserubizzo
Senior software engineer specializing in C/C++, embedded Linux, and IoT systems.
What I'm looking for
I am a senior software engineer with over two decades of experience in IoT, embedded and real-time systems, cloud and edge computing, and R&D across smart city, automotive and telecommunication sectors.
I have designed and implemented ARM-based embedded Linux gateways and Hybrid-Nodes, complex FSMs for FW/SW OTA updates and commissioning, and containerised microservices for cloud back-ends, using C++14, Qt, Python and modern CI/CD toolchains.
I deliver maintainable, testable, high-performance systems through cross-functional collaboration and Agile methodologies, and I have contributed to robotics (UMAV/drones), satellite systems, and research projects demonstrating strong system integration and optimisation skills.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Software Engineer
Paradox Engineering SA
Jun 2021 - Sep 2025 (4 years 3 months)
Developed ARM-based embedded Linux gateways and Hybrid-Nodes for smart lighting and parking IoT solutions, implementing complex FSMs for FW/SW OTA and commissioning to improve device management and reliability.
Software Engineer
Paradox Engineering SA
May 2017 - May 2021 (4 years)
Designed and implemented containerised Python microservices for cloud back-end, built data ingestion, network monitoring and analysis services, and created a proprietary package manager/deployer to streamline deployments.
R&D Engineer
Paradox Engineering SA
May 2016 - Aug 2017 (1 year 3 months)
Collaborated on a PoC autonomous drone fleet integrating Raspberry Pi-based nodes and anchor trilateration, implementing onboard data/control applications and analysing positioning accuracy for UMAV research.
Software Engineer
Paradox Engineering SA
Feb 2015 - Oct 2016 (1 year 8 months)
Prototyped satellite transmission system components combining firmware (FPGA), kernel modules and user-space apps to enable internet navigation and streaming over satellite links, improving decoding and network handling.
Software Engineer
GreySolutions Srl
Apr 2014 - Dec 2014 (8 months)
Provided software engineering contributions across projects during a contract/engagement period, focusing on embedded and systems development.
Software Engineer
GateLab
Oct 2013 - Mar 2014 (5 months)
Delivered software engineering work on embedded and application-level components during a short-term engagement.
Software Engineer
Thales Italia
Sep 2012 - Mar 2013 (6 months)
Worked on software modules and system integration in defence/telecom contexts, contributing to development and testing activities.
Software Engineer
Selex-SI
Apr 2010 - Mar 2012 (1 year 11 months)
Contributed to software development and integration tasks within larger defence and telecom projects, focusing on reliability and performance.
Software Engineer
ElsagDatamat
Mar 2008 - Mar 2010 (2 years)
Developed software components and supported integration and maintenance activities for enterprise systems in telecommunications and defence domains.
System Integrator & Software Engineer
Datamat
Jun 2006 - Feb 2008 (1 year 8 months)
Performed system integration and software development tasks across projects, ensuring interoperability between hardware and software components.
Software Engineer
Vitrociset
May 2004 - Mar 2006 (1 year 10 months)
Implemented software solutions and supported systems engineering efforts across multiple assignments, focusing on reliability and integration.
Junior Software Engineer
Wind
Nov 2000 - Nov 2002 (2 years)
Early-career role developing telecom-related software and supporting network and system-level tasks during initial professional experience.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
University of Naples Federico II
Degree in Physics, Physics
Grade: 107/110
Degree in Physics from the University of Naples Federico II, completed with a final grade of 107/110.
State Institute E. Torricelli
High School Diploma, Scientific High School
Grade: 56/60
Scientific High School Diploma obtained with a final grade of 56/60.
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