Alnur Elberier
I'm Designer
About
I am a builder driven by finding valuable, real-world applications for technology. My expertise spans the entire embedded-to-cloud stack—from physical hardware design and low-power firmware development to secure data pipelines and cloud architecture. I enjoy diving into every layer of a system to connect the physical edge to the cloud.
Currently, I am establishing IoT edge infrastructure and data pipelines within the new Computational Track at Sherwood Design Engineers. My foundational background includes over five years at STMicroelectronics (Applications Engineer IV), where I designed secure firmware, bootloaders, and cloud integrations for the STM32 ecosystem, building on early industrial cybersecurity engineering experience at Boeing.
Beyond engineering, I am an avid traveler, lifelong athlete, and dedicated mentor. I have explored 22 states, 13 countries, and 5 continents, and I love learning new languages and cultures.
Quick Snapshot
- City: Ney York, NY
- Github: github.com/AlnurElberier
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: (425) 492-6192
Technical Focus: IoT & Cloud Applications, Secure Firmware, Embedded Systems, Robotics, Machine Learning
Personal Passions: Travel, languages, sports, mentoring, and community outreach
Strengths: Technical leadership, clear communication, rapid prototyping, and empowering others
Education:
Master of Science, Electrical and Computer Engineering (2023) – University of Washington
Courses: AI for Mobile Robots, Models of Robot Manipulation, Deep Learning for Embedded Real Time Intelligence
Bachelor of Science, Computer Engineering (2019) – University of Washington
Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering (2019) – University of Washington
Toolset
Tools and technologies I use to build.
Core Skills
Languages, embedded platforms, and firmware you can rely on.
Tools & Platforms
Platforms, tooling, and services I use day-to-day.
Expertise
Areas where I lead architecture, design, or execution.
- IoT & Edge-to-Cloud Architectures — secure device provisioning, telemetry pipelines, OTA updates
- Firmware & Bootloaders — secure boot, OTA design, reliability testing
- Robotics & Real-Time Systems — ROS, perception pipelines, control stacks
- Machine Learning at the Edge — model optimization, TFLite, model OTA workflows
Resume
Senior IoT and Cloud Applications Engineer with expertise in firmware, embedded systems, robotics, and machine learning. Proven track record in developing secure, scalable solutions for cloud-connected devices and leading engineering teams in high-impact projects.
Professional Experience
Sherwood Design Engineers — New York, NY
Senior Computational Strategist – IoT | Feb 2026 – Present
- First IoT specialist hired into the firm's new Computational Track, building secure edge-to-cloud infrastructure and telemetry pipelines for civil and environmental engineering projects.
- Prototype modular sensor nodes; author low-power C++/RTOS firmware and perform integration analysis mapping edge constraints to cloud requirements.
- Scope technical proposals, estimate man-hours, and build comprehensive BOMs for environmental sensor suites.
STMicroelectronics — Redmond, WA
Senior Ecosystem Integrations Applications Engineer IV | Jun 2025 – Jan 2026
- Developed custom HALs for STM32C0/C5 peripherals and ported SPI/DMA drivers to enable secure firmware updates from external flash.
- Designed portable automated test suites using loopback tests, Python serial tools, logic analyzers, and oscilloscopes.
Senior IoT and Cloud Applications Engineer IV | Jul 2024 – Jun 2025
- Developed STM32N6 boot firmware enabling independent OTA updates for embedded applications and AI model weights.
- Built AWS Greengrass Lite BLE Gateway component and workshop materials for embedded Linux edge nodes.
- Co-developed and released the STM32 I‑CUBE‑ExpressLink CMSIS pack for AWS ExpressLink across FreeRTOS, bare-metal, and MicroPython.
IoT and Cloud Applications Engineer III | Jul 2022 – Jul 2024
- Programmed secure firmware bootloader in embedded C enabling OTA updates for cloud-connected devices.
- Led workshops on IoT provisioning, dashboards, and serverless functions across AWS and Azure.
Applications Engineer II | Jul 2020 – Jul 2022
- Developed embedded C firmware and Python scripts to streamline STM32 device connectivity to cloud platforms.
- Built real-time bidirectional IoT dashboards using Grafana, Azure IoT Central, Power BI, and web technologies.
Boeing Commercial Airplanes — Everett, WA
Product Development Cybersecurity Engineering Co‑Op | Feb 2019 – Jul 2020
- Built a GPS test environment using Python detection pipelines and BladeRF SDR to transmit spoofed signals.
- Created cybersecurity training simulations to educate manufacturing engineers and assess response procedures.
Project Experience
Autonomous Test Connection Arm for Vehicle Dash Components — PACCAR & University of Washington
Robotics Lead (ROS) | Sep 2021 – Jun 2022
- Developed ROS-based digital twin using RVIZ, MoveIt, and SolidWorks to simulate autonomous docking for a Kawasaki robotic arm.
- Built perception and planning stack integrating computer vision and NVIDIA DOPE for 6‑DoF pose estimation.
- Developed synthetic-data DOPE model and a lightweight TFLite model for precision docking; awarded 1st place in UW ECE 2022 Industry Capstone Competition.
Education
University of Washington
- Master of Science, Electrical and Computer Engineering | 2023
- Courses: AI for Mobile Robots, Models of Robot Manipulation, Deep Learning for Embedded Real-Time Intelligence
- Bachelor of Science, Computer Engineering | 2019
- Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering | 2019
Technical Skills
- Core Skills: Embedded C, Python, STM32, AWS, Azure, Git, FreeRTOS
- Expertise: IoT and Cloud Applications, Firmware Development, Embedded Systems, Hardware-Level Security
Portfolio
Explore a selection of my engineering projects, spanning IoT, robotics, cloud integration, and embedded systems. Each portfolio item highlights technical achievements, teamwork, and real-world impact—demonstrating my passion for innovation and problem-solving.
Personal Interests
I am passionate about travel, language learning, sports, and mentoring. I have explored 22 states, 13 countries, and 5 continents, always seeking new experiences and perspectives. I enjoy studying languages—currently Arabic and French—and believe that learning opens doors to new cultures and ideas.
Sports and physical activity are my lifelong passions. I have played soccer and basketball since childhood, and have also tried boxing and long-distance running. In 2025, I completed my first sub-2 hour half marathon, a milestone that reflects my dedication to staying active and challenging myself.
Mentoring and community outreach are important to me. I worked with AVELA (A Vision for Engineering Literacy & Access) to mentor and teach students programming and Arduino basics in the greater Seattle area. AVELA is a student group at the University of Washington dedicated to bridging opportunity gaps in public education through workshops, camps, panels, and outreach—centering the experience of younger underrepresented minority students.
I am driven by curiosity, a love for learning, and a desire to empower others through education and shared experiences.
- Traveling: 22 states, 13 countries, 5 continents
- Language learning: Arabic and Duolingo French
- Sports: Soccer, basketball, boxing, long-distance running
- Mentoring and STEM outreach with AVELA
- Teaching programming and Arduino basics
- Exploring new cultures and perspectives
- Continuous personal growth and learning
Professional Interests
I am passionate about designing and delivering innovative solutions at the intersection of IoT, cloud, and embedded systems. My interests span secure firmware development, edge-to-cloud architectures, and real-time robotics. I thrive in collaborative environments, leading workshops and technical presentations for global audiences, and mentoring the next generation of engineers.
My work includes hands-on experience with AWS and Azure IoT, FreeRTOS, ROS, and STM32 platforms, as well as developing secure bootloaders and OTA update systems. I enjoy bridging the gap between hardware and software, enabling scalable, secure, and production-ready solutions for industrial and consumer applications.
I am driven by continuous learning, open source collaboration, and empowering others through clear technical communication and impactful educational content.
- IoT and cloud architecture for embedded systems
- Secure firmware, bootloaders, and OTA update design
- Robotics, automation, and real-time control
- Machine learning and AI for edge devices
- Technical writing, workshop creation, and public speaking
- Open source software and hardware development
- Mentoring, STEM outreach, and team leadership
- Cross-disciplinary collaboration and rapid prototyping
Contact
Feel free to connect or reach out—I'm always happy to hear from fellow professionals and collaborators! Kindly refrain from soliciting or scamming; let's keep it friendly and professional.