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Hire experts who design serial links, debug baud-rate and framing issues, and integrate UART with MCUs, sensors, and bootloaders. Get fast, precise matching with vetted, available freelancers.

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Anuja Chandran

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Embedded Software Engineer

Berlin
Anuja Chandran

Last position:

Embedded Software Engineer at Digital Core Technology

  • Designed and implemented embedded firmware in C/C++ for ARM-based microcontrollers and SoCs (STM32, NXP, Infineon)
  • Worked across bare-metal, FreeRTOS, and Embedded Linux environments, contributing to BSP-level functionality, driver bring-up, and system integration
  • Built, configured, and validated Embedded Linux systems using Yocto, including image build, boot validation, and runtime debugging
  • Developed and executed unit, integration, and system-level tests, including HIL and SIL test scenarios on real hardware and simulated environments
  • Created Python and Bash scripts to automate build, test execution, simulation runs, and reporting within CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitLab CI)
  • Designed test cases from software and system-level requirements, covering normal operation, edge cases, and failure scenarios
  • Performed low-level debugging using JTAG/GDB, analyzing boot issues, timing problems, interrupts, and peripheral behavior
  • Developed and validated communication interfaces including UART, SPI, I2C, CAN using logs and external measurement tools
  • Used simulation and virtual test environments to validate software behavior prior to hardware availability
  • Read and interpreted hardware schematics to understand signal routing, pin multiplexing, and peripheral connections
  • Supported PCB design and review activities using Altium tool, assisting with component selection, pin mapping, and bring-up readiness
  • Collaborated with cross-functional hardware, firmware, and system teams to clarify requirements, document assumptions, and improve overall test coverage
  • Developed web interfaces using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript (ES6) and basic REST API development with Node.js
  • Experience testing web applications and building UI automation frameworks using Selenium WebDriver
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Mostafa Solaiman

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Embedded Firmware Engineer

Berlin
Mostafa Solaiman

Last position:

Embedded Firmware Engineer at Esko-Graphics Imaging GmbH

  • FPGA code conversion from AHDL to Verilog and SystemVerilog (Altera Cyclone)
  • IDE: Intel Quartus Prime (Altera)
  • Code simulation: QuestaSim
  • Timing analysis
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Varsha Sehrawat

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Embedded Engineer (Working Student)

Berlin
Varsha Sehrawat

Last position:

Embedded Engineer (Working Student) at Lautsprecher Teufel GmbH

  • Proficient in using JIRA for sprint planning, bug reporting, and task management.
  • Modified and enhanced embedded C/C++ firmware code on STM32, ESP32 and ARM-based MCUs and SoCs.
  • Debugged and fixed embedded software issues; managed code with Git/GitLab (commits, merge requests, reviews).
  • Created and maintained test cases and test plans using Testmo.
  • Debugged and validated firmware builds; provided detailed bug reports.
  • Executed manual tests across development stages.
  • Familiar with RTOS concepts and implementation, including task scheduling and interprocess communication for real-time embedded systems.
  • Managed planning and execution of acceptance and regression testing.
  • Supported mobile app and system-level testing for audio streaming device.
  • Tested communication protocols (HTTP, I2C, SPI, UART) and API interactions.
  • Used terminal tools and SSH to debug embedded Linux systems.
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Amit Vitekar

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Security Consultant (Ethical Hacker)

Berlin
Amit Vitekar

Last position:

Security Consultant (Ethical Hacker) at Security Research Labs (SRLabs)

  • Led telecom security testing team & SOC deployments across Tier-1 carriers; reduced critical vulnerabilities by 30%.
  • Conducted 5G/O-RAN fuzzing, penetration testing, and vulnerability research (basebands, RAN, core).
  • Designed testbeds for protocol fuzzing (AFL++, LibAFL) on 5G stacks.
  • delivered client workshops on secure telecom with AI assisted workflows.
  • Researched AI-driven SOC and penetration testing (LLMs for log triage, anomaly detection, adversarial monitoring).
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Talat Göktuğ Dere

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Embedded C/C++ Software & Hardware Design Engineer

Berlin
Talat Göktuğ Dere

Last position:

Embedded C/C++ Software & Hardware Design Engineer at Fotoniks Military Electro-Optic Systems

  • Designed power PCBs, analog video boards, custom Linux-based embedded systems, and NATO-compliant electronics.
  • Developed ARM C/C++ firmware for communication and real-time control.
  • Implemented UART, SPI, I²C, PWM, ADC, Ethernet and CAN drivers, along with timing-critical modules.
  • Optimized layouts for SI, EMI/EMC, protection and thermal performance.
  • Contributed to AI-assisted signal processing and target tracking via Linux embedded preprocessing.
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Nejc Likar

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Co-founder, Manager and Instructor

Berlin
Nejc Likar

Last position:

Co-founder, Manager and Instructor at Kalamata Freedivers

  • Used engineering knowledge to design motorized safety systems for freediving
  • Built a website and custom CRM
  • Designed corporate identity

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Statistics of experts using UART

Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.

Experience

13 years (Germany: 16 years)

Position duration

2.2 years

Positions per freelancer

8 (Germany: 10)

Top business areas

Product Development, Information Technology, Research and Development

Top industries

Information Technology, Manufacturing, Automotive

Certification focus areas

Information Technology, Legal, Quality Assurance

Bachelor's degree or higher

100%

Master's degree or higher

100% (Germany: 90%)

Doctorate

14% (Germany: 13%)

Certifications per freelancer

1

Most common languages

English, German, Italian

Speak two or more languages

100%

Based on our profile pool as of 30 Aug 2026.

Daily rate distribution

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Average rates of experts in Berlin using UART

Rates are based on recent contracts and do not include FRATCH margin.

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Daily rate avg. 748 €
Germany avg. 679 €

The average daily rate is the mean of all daily rates from recent contracts of comparable freelancers on our platform.

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Median rate 800 €
Germany median 688 €

The median daily rate is the middle value of all daily rates — half of comparable freelancers charge less, half charge more. Unlike the average, it is barely affected by outliers.

Calculated based on our freelancers’ daily rates as of 30 Aug 2026. Actual rates may vary depending on seniority level, experience, skill specialization, project complexity, and engagement length.

About the technology

UART basics

UART, short for Universal Asynchronous Receiver-Transmitter, is a core serial interface used to move data between chips and devices without a shared clock. It is common in embedded systems, debug consoles, firmware bring-up, and low-level device control. In many projects, UART is the first stable channel that makes a board usable.

Where it is used

  • MCU-to-module links for GPS, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and modem parts
  • Bootloaders, recovery consoles, and factory test flows
  • Field diagnostics and service ports on devices and machines
  • Industrial equipment, lab gear, and connected hardware

UART is often paired with RS-232, USB-to-serial adapters, and level shifters. In Berlin hardware teams, it often appears in mixed firmware and electronics work where quick access to logs matters.

Tooling and ecosystem

Strong specialists work across datasheets, schematics, logic analyzers, terminal tools, and firmware test setups. They know baud rate, parity, stop bits, flow control, and voltage levels, and they can spot problems in line noise or mismatched settings. They also understand how UART fits into larger serial stacks such as RS-232 and RS-485 bridges.

When to bring in help

Companies bring in freelance experts when a link only works on one board, boot logs are garbled, or a device fails in the field. They are also useful during hardware bring-up, protocol reverse engineering, or when a production test needs a reliable serial path. Short, focused support can save time across firmware, electronics, and manufacturing.

What strong specialists do

  • Set correct framing and timing for reliable data transfer
  • Trace wiring, pins, voltage levels, and ground issues
  • Diagnose corrupted output, missing logs, and startup failures
  • Document serial behavior for firmware and test teams

A strong professional does not just read serial text. They connect symptoms to electrical, firmware, and board-level causes, then leave the system easier to support.

Berlin collaboration

In Berlin, UART work often sits close to prototyping, device testing, and hardware integration. Many tasks can be handled remotely from schematics, logs, and captured traces, but on-site work helps when a board needs hands-on probing or lab equipment. Clear English is often enough, while direct communication with local hardware teams speeds up fixes.

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Frequently asked questions

The facts hiring teams ask for most often when it comes to UART.

UART is used for simple, dependable serial communication between a host and a device. Companies use it for boot messages, debug consoles, sensor links, modem control, and factory test ports. It is a common choice when teams need a small interface that is easy to inspect and troubleshoot.

UART is asynchronous and usually simpler to bring up than SPI or I2C. SPI is better for faster chip-to-chip transfers, while I2C supports more devices on shared lines. UART is often chosen for logs, command interfaces, and hardware bring-up because it is easy to read with a terminal.

A strong UART specialist usually understands schematics, signal levels, baud-rate settings, and basic embedded firmware. Familiarity with logic analyzers, oscilloscopes, terminal tools, and USB-to-serial adapters is very useful. Knowledge of RS-232, RS-485, and board bring-up helps when the serial link is part of a bigger system.

A good UART expert can start with a schematic, a few log captures, and a description of the failure. More context helps, especially if the issue involves electrical noise, reset timing, or a bootloader sequence. For Berlin teams, a short kickoff with the hardware and firmware specialists usually clears up assumptions fast.

Yes, many UART issues can be handled remotely if the team can share logs, pin maps, and serial captures. Remote work is enough for framing problems, boot output issues, and protocol questions. On-site help becomes more valuable when the board needs probing, rework, or lab testing.

Look for someone who asks about voltage levels, grounding, framing, and the exact point where the link fails. A strong UART professional explains what they tested and why, not just what they changed. Good documentation and clear handover notes are also signs of quality.

Yes, UART remains one of the most practical interfaces in embedded work. It is common on microcontrollers, industrial devices, and service ports because it is simple and robust. Even when the main product uses other buses, UART often stays as the debug and recovery path.

Prepare schematics, firmware access, serial logs, and any notes about the board revision or environment. For UART, the best starting point is often a clear description of what should happen, what actually happens, and when the failure starts. That lets the specialist focus on the real fault instead of guessing.

The average hourly rate of freelancers in Berlin, Germany who have used UART in their recent projects is 93 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 748 € based on an 8-hour working day.

Of the freelancers in Berlin, Germany who have used UART in their recent projects, 100% hold at least a Bachelor's degree, 100% hold at least a Master's degree, and 14% hold a doctorate.

On average, freelancers in Berlin, Germany who have used UART in their recent projects have 13 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 2.2 years.

The most common languages among freelancers in Berlin, Germany who have used UART in their recent projects are English (100%), German (86%), and Italian (29%).

The most common industries among freelancers in Berlin, Germany who have used UART in their recent projects are Information Technology (86%), Manufacturing (57%), and Automotive (43%).

The most common business areas among freelancers in Berlin, Germany who have used UART in their recent projects are Product Development (100%), Information Technology (71%), and Research and Development (71%).

Main locations of FRATCH Experts, who have recently used UART

Our freelancers and interim experts are at home across the DACH region — available on-site in the major business hubs or fully remote. Choose a location to discover matched specialists, local market insights and up-to-date availability.

Berlin Hamburg Munich Cologne Frankfurt Stuttgart Dusseldorf Leipzig Dortmund Essen Bremen Dresden Hanover Nuremberg

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