Smart Home Hardware Technical Researcher

€12-18 EUR / hour

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€12-18 EUR / hour

Technical Researcher – Hardware Research & Procurement (Smart Home / Electronics) We are building a premium local-first smart home system and need an ongoing technical researcher to translate functional requirements into concrete hardware recommendations. Tasks: - Receive technical requirements (e.g. "CO2 sensor, 24V, I2C or UART, flush-mount, white") - Research suitable components, compare datasheets, identify suppliers - Deliver: product recommendation with datasheet link, price, supplier, pros/cons summary - Small quantities only - Turnaround per research task: 24–48h Background needed: Electronics, embedded systems, smart home, or IoT hardware knowledge Engagement: Ongoing, task-by-task basis

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@majeed219

With a vast skill set in embedded systems and electronics, combined with a broad experience range that includes smart home automation and IoT projects, I can readily support your premium local-first smart home system. My experiences revolve around translating functional requirements into tangible hardware recommendations, which precisely aligns with your needs. For over - let's say 10+ years - my expertise have spanned through circuit designs, electrical engineering, firmware development, and PCB designing — proficiencies that constantly cement my understanding of core technical demands like yours. As a technically inclined researcher, I know the importance of time and quality to your project; after all, these two factors affect the efficiency of your operations end-to-end. With me on board, you can rely on a rapid 24- to 48-hour turnaround for each of my research tasks. Moreover, my use of diverse Development IDEs such as Keil, Visual Studio Code, and STM32 Cube IDE with software like MATLAB Simulink ensures excellent real-time data acquisition & remote control systems engineering - important for seamless data flow across networks.

€15 EUR in 40 days

5.0

(86 reviews)

6.5

13 freelancers are bidding on average €16 EUR/hour for this job

@Mahihassi

With my comprehensive background in electrical engineering and immersed knowledge of embedded systems, I am uniquely qualified to undertake this ongoing technical researching role for your smart home system. My master's degree in Embedded Systems has given me firm grounding in all aspects of firmware development, PCB design and IoT product engineering which uniquely positions me to effectively compare datasheets and identify suitable components for your specific hardware requirements. Not only do I offer proficiency in widely used microcontrollers such as STM32, ESP32, Raspberry Pi and Arduino, but I am also well-versed in the language of these devices including C/C++ programming, RTOS management and peripherals drivers. In addition to this, I bring a wealth of experience in PCB designs for a range of applications; including high-speed and IoT ready boards and RF hardware. My approach to tasks will be based on delivering high-quality recommendations within narrow timeframes.

€20 EUR in 40 days

5.0

(274 reviews)

8.3

@TheElitePro

Hi, 1. I understand you need an ongoing technical hardware researcher to convert smart-home functional requirements into practical component recommendations. 2. My background in embedded systems, electronics, IoT hardware, and sensor integration allows me to evaluate components not just from datasheets, but from a real integration and deployment perspective. 3. Relevant experience: * Research and selection of sensors, MCUs, wireless modules, power components, and industrial interfaces * Comparing components across: protocol compatibility (I2C/UART/SPI/BLE/etc.), thermal/environmental suitability, availability and lifecycle * Supporting prototype and production-oriented hardware decisions * Firmware development for Smart Energy Meter with DLMS protocol * Firmware development for Street Light Controller with Dali protocol 4. What I’ll deliver per task: a) Recommended component(s) b) Datasheet + supplier links c) Pricing and availability d) Pros/cons comparison e) Integration considerations (power, interface, mounting, firmware impact) f) Alternative options if supply risk exists 5. Strengths: * Strong attention to detail in datasheet analysis * Practical understanding of embedded integration constraints * Ability to respond quickly * Focus on globally available and maintainable components * I am preferred freelancer with 5 star rating and repeat customers. Let's connect to start this project. Regards, Vishal

€15 EUR in 40 days

5.0

(1 review)

3.7

@Ryan15222

Hello, I’m interested in supporting your smart-home hardware research and component procurement efforts. I have experience in embedded systems, electronics, IoT devices, sensors, industrial communication, and low-power hardware platforms. I regularly work with datasheets, component selection, PCB/system architecture, and supplier sourcing for production and prototype development. I can assist with: - Component and module research - Datasheet comparison and analysis - Sensor and MCU selection - Smart-home and IoT hardware recommendations - Supplier and pricing research - BOM assistance and sourcing optimization - Technical pros/cons evaluations For each task, I can provide: - Recommended part numbers - Datasheet links - Supplier options (Mouser, DigiKey, LCSC, Reichelt, etc.) - Pricing and availability - Technical comparison summary - Integration considerations and risks Relevant areas: - Sensors (CO2, motion, environmental, power monitoring) - BLE/WiFi/Zigbee/Thread hardware - Embedded MCUs and gateways - 24V industrial/smart-home interfaces - Low-power electronics - Flush-mount and enclosure-aware hardware selection I’m comfortable working on an ongoing task-by-task basis with 24–48h turnaround targets. A few questions: 1. Preferred suppliers or regions? 2. Any certification requirements (CE, UL, Matter, Zigbee)? 3. Preferred communication standards? 4. Do you already maintain a centralized BOM/database? Best regards,

€20 EUR in 50 days

5.0

(2 reviews)

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@mobasherreza10

Hi there, I see you need an ongoing technical researcher to translate functional requirements into concrete hardware recommendations for your premium local first smart home system, with tasks like finding a CO2 sensor at 24V with I2C or UART, flush mount, white color, researching components, comparing datasheets, identifying suppliers, and delivering product recommendations with pros and cons within 24 to 48 hours per task. I have a background in electronics and embedded systems, and I recently sourced a complete set of sensors for a smart home prototyping project including CO2, temperature, humidity, motion, and contact sensors, comparing Mouser, DigiKey, and Alibaba suppliers, and delivering a comparison spreadsheet with datasheets, pricing, and sourcing notes for low quantity orders. I would love to do the same ongoing research for your premium system. My process for each task is to first clarify any ambiguous requirements, then search supplier databases (Mouser, DigiKey, Newark, LCSC, and specialized IoT distributors), filter for in stock low quantity options, compare key datasheet specs, summarize pros and cons for your use case (local first, reliability, power consumption, integration ease), and deliver a clean recommendation with links and pricing within your 24 to 48 hour window. I am available for ongoing task by task engagement. Best regards, Aesthetic Logic Technologies Limited

€15 EUR in 40 days