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We are developing HappyMat™ Prototype #1, a smart interactive doormat with pressure/presence sensing, a digital display, addressable LED lighting, Wi-Fi/Bluetooth connectivity, camera/speaker/microphone components, embedded electronics and a custom physical structure.
We are looking for one experienced engineer (or a small team with one named lead engineer) to design the full prototype: architecture, firmware, mechanical CAD and a mobile-web control interface. The physical build will be done in California, USA, by our local technician. You will work as a team with him and guide him remotely.
Scope of work
- Define the overall prototype architecture and select practical off-the-shelf modules to reduce cost and development time
- Develop the ESP32 (or similar MCU) firmware: pressure/presence sensing, addressable LEDs, digital display, Wi-Fi and BLE, plus camera, speaker and microphone integration
- Design the physical mat structure and electronics packaging in CAD: mounting for the display, camera, sensors, LEDs, controller and wiring; protect electronics from stepping loads; keep it serviceable; prepare parts for 3D printing or CNC
- Build a simple mobile-friendly web control interface that communicates with the controller (REST / WebSocket / MQTT / BLE)
- Prepare the BOM, wiring diagrams and step-by-step assembly instructions for our technician in California
- Lead remote troubleshooting, integration testing and the final functional demonstration by video call
- Deliver all firmware/source code, CAD files, drawings and configuration files
Requirements
- Hands-on experience with real physical hardware, not software-only projects
- ESP32 or similar MCU; Embedded C/C++; sensors; RGB/RGBW LEDs; displays; Wi-Fi/BLE
- CAD skills: SolidWorks, Fusion 360 or equivalent; enclosure design and electronics packaging
- Web interface development for hardware control (JavaScript/TypeScript or similar)
- Camera/audio integration is a strong plus
- Good written English; available for video calls during Pacific Time hours
Compensation
Fixed price: $700 USD for the complete scope. This is a fixed-price contract, not an hourly position. Payment terms will be agreed in the contract.
How to apply
Begin your cover letter with the word HAPPYMAT. Include:
- Confirmation that the $700 fixed price works for you
- Your estimated timeline (in days or weeks)
- One physical electronic product or prototype you personally helped build: what exactly you designed, coded or built, with photos, video, CAD screenshots or GitHub links if available
- If you are a company or team: the name of the engineer who will lead the work
An NDA and IP assignment are required before confidential HappyMat technical information is shared. All project files belong to the company.
Тип вакансии: На контрактной основе, Удаленная работа
Work Location: Remote
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in IoT engineer jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or computer science
- Proficiency in embedded programming languages such as C and C++
- Experience with wireless communication protocols including MQTT, BLE, Zigbee, or LoRaWAN
- Hands-on work with microcontrollers and single-board computers such as Arduino or Raspberry Pi
- Familiarity with cloud IoT platforms like AWS IoT Core, Azure IoT Hub, or Google Cloud IoT
- Understanding of IoT security principles, firmware over-the-air updates, and device lifecycle management
Tips for Your IoT Engineer Job Search
Tailor your resume to the hardware stack
IoT hiring managers look for specific microcontroller families, protocols, and connectivity standards. Call out exactly which you have used: MQTT, Zigbee, BLE, RTOS, or specific chipsets like ESP32 or STM32. Generic 'embedded experience' gets screened out fast.
Show end-to-end project ownership
Employers want to know you can take a device from prototype to production. Describe a project where you owned firmware, cloud integration, and field deployment. Even a personal or academic build demonstrates the full-stack thinking IoT teams value.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists iot engineer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings that match your protocol depth
Filter for roles that name the protocols you know best, whether that is CoAP, OPC-UA, or LoRaWAN. Applying to a role where your protocol experience aligns closely shortens the screening cycle and positions you as a subject-matter fit from the first call.
Prepare a system-level explanation for interviews
IoT interviewers frequently ask you to walk through a complete connected system: device, gateway, broker, cloud, and application. Practice explaining data flow, latency tradeoffs, and security considerations out loud before your first technical screen.
Negotiate around certification reimbursement
Certifications in cloud IoT platforms and embedded security carry real cost. If base pay has little room, ask specifically about certification budgets and exam reimbursement. Many IoT teams have dedicated training budgets that do not appear in the posted compensation package.
IoT Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most iot engineers?
The companies hiring the most iot engineers right now include Fellow, Eaton, and Team8, with the largest share of openings in California, Wisconsin, and Utah, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is especially strong in manufacturing, industrial automation, and connected healthcare device companies.
How many iot engineer jobs are remote?
About 71% of iot engineer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, though the share varies significantly by specialization. Cloud-side and application-layer roles, such as IoT platform engineers and solutions architects, tend to offer remote arrangements far more often than firmware or hardware-adjacent positions that require lab or factory access.
How do you become a iot engineer?
Start with a foundation in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or computer science, then build hands-on experience with microcontrollers, real-time operating systems, and wireless protocols. Work through personal or open-source projects that connect a physical device to a cloud backend. Add familiarity with at least one major cloud IoT platform, and strengthen your understanding of embedded security practices before applying to entry-level roles.
How do you get hired as a iot engineer with little or no experience?
Build a portfolio of documented hardware-software projects: a sensor that logs data to the cloud, a home automation prototype, or a custom firmware flash are all concrete proof of ability. Contribute to open-source embedded or IoT repositories to show collaborative development skills. Apply to associate or junior embedded engineer roles that explicitly mention IoT adjacency, since many companies grow IoT specialists from general embedded or firmware hires.
What does the iot engineer interview process look like?
Most IoT engineering interviews begin with a recruiter screen covering your background and protocol experience, followed by a technical phone or video screen where you may be asked to explain a system architecture or debug a code snippet. Later rounds typically include a take-home or live coding exercise focused on embedded C, firmware logic, or cloud integration. Final rounds often involve a system design discussion where you walk through tradeoffs in a connected device architecture with senior engineers.
Where can I find and apply to iot engineer jobs?
You can find and apply to iot engineer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. The listings cover roles in embedded firmware, cloud integration, edge computing, and connected device security at companies of all sizes. Find roles that fit your background and apply directly to each listing.
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