I am Sam Lefebvre, an experienced embedded systems engineer and software developer based in Kortrijk, Belgium. Since founding Saleconix in 2005, I have specialized in Embedded Industrial IoT and Industrial Automation projects, leveraging technologies such as microcontroller systems, Embedded Linux, Yocto, and various programming languages including C++, Java, and Python. Over the years, I've been deeply involved in hardware design, PCB development, and integrating new technologies like Artificial Intelligence and Machine Vision into my work. Throughout my career, I have worked independently as a freelancer and contributed to a variety of sectors including smart grid integration, embedded Linux consulting, and higher education as a lecturer. I value continuous learning and have a strong interest in the intersection of embedded systems with modern software practices, including CI/CD and cloud integration. I am also active in professional communities and enjoy sharing knowledge through teaching and collaboration.…

Sam Lefebvre

I am Sam Lefebvre, an experienced embedded systems engineer and software developer based in Kortrijk, Belgium. Since founding Saleconix in 2005, I have specialized in Embedded Industrial IoT and Industrial Automation projects, leveraging technologies such as microcontroller systems, Embedded Linux, Yocto, and various programming languages including C++, Java, and Python. Over the years, I've been deeply involved in hardware design, PCB development, and integrating new technologies like Artificial Intelligence and Machine Vision into my work. Throughout my career, I have worked independently as a freelancer and contributed to a variety of sectors including smart grid integration, embedded Linux consulting, and higher education as a lecturer. I value continuous learning and have a strong interest in the intersection of embedded systems with modern software practices, including CI/CD and cloud integration. I am also active in professional communities and enjoy sharing knowledge through teaching and collaboration.…

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I am Sam Lefebvre, an experienced embedded systems engineer and software developer based in Kortrijk, Belgium. Since founding Saleconix in 2005, I have specialized in Embedded Industrial IoT and Industrial Automation projects, leveraging technologies such as microcontroller systems, Embedded Linux, Yocto, and various programming languages including C++, Java, and Python. Over the years, I’ve been deeply involved in hardware design, PCB development, and integrating new technologies like Artificial Intelligence and Machine Vision into my work.

Throughout my career, I have worked independently as a freelancer and contributed to a variety of sectors including smart grid integration, embedded Linux consulting, and higher education as a lecturer. I value continuous learning and have a strong interest in the intersection of embedded systems with modern software practices, including CI/CD and cloud integration. I am also active in professional communities and enjoy sharing knowledge through teaching and collaboration.

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Skills

Experience Level

C
Expert
C++
Expert
Python
Expert
bash
Expert
Java
Expert
SQL
Expert
C#
Expert
Docker
Expert
JavaScript
Expert
Jira
Expert
TypeScript
Expert
Power BI
Intermediate
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Language

Dutch
Fluent
English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Advanced
French
Intermediate

Work Experience

Founder, Freelancer, Full-time Engineer at Saleconix
January 1, 2005 - Present
Founded Saleconix in 2005 to provide consulting services in Embedded Industrial IoT and Industrial Automation. Expertise spans microcontroller systems, Embedded Linux with Yocto, PCB design, hardware prototypes, AI and machine vision integration. Key projects include custom board bring-up, driver integration in Linux kernel, business and technical analytics visualization systems, remote controls software architecture with Matter/BLE/Zigbee, production stands development, ventilation system design, and IoT telemetry data exchange using Azure IoT HUB. Technology stack includes C, C++, Java, Python, Yocto, mbed CE, C# scripting, and CI/CD system setup.
Embedded Linux Expert at Essensium Mind
December 31, 2018 - August 6, 2025
Provided consultancy focused on optimizing embedded Linux drivers and integrating algorithms into the Android kernel. Worked with C++, Typescript, Python, and Docker to enhance Linux system performance and application integration for clients such as Barco.
Lecturer in Electronics and ICT at Vives
December 31, 2017 - August 6, 2025
Taught theoretical and practical courses in analog/digital electronics, embedded systems, mechatronics, and power electronics. Supervised thesis students in a large university college setting with diverse bachelor programs.
Software Analyst / Developer at Howest
December 31, 2016 - August 6, 2025
Worked on IT department projects involving reporting tools such as Microsoft Reporting Services and Power BI, developed web-based applications using C# .NET and SQL, and managed software package integrations.
Research Engineer Smart Grid at Honeywell Elster EnergyICT
December 31, 2015 - August 6, 2025
Led integration of OFDM powerline modem solutions for smart meter data concentrators and participated in research projects on universal smart metering platforms. Responsible for hardware certification and reporting.
Scientific Researcher at IDlab at UGent Imec
December 31, 2011 - August 6, 2025
Conducted research on video streaming technologies leading to several scientific papers, participated in teaching activities, and presented research results at symposia and company sessions.
Hardware and Software Engineer at Randstad Professionals - Inverto
December 31, 2008 - August 6, 2025
Worked on LED technology including development of LED drivers, certification, and evaluations.
Assistant Professor Electronics at UGent, Kortrijk campus
December 31, 2006 - August 6, 2025
Taught lab courses on analog/high-frequency electronics, digital electronics, embedded systems, and DSP, supervised thesis projects, and maintained industry contacts.
Hardware and Software Developer at ScioTeq
December 31, 2001 - August 6, 2025
Developed power supplies for display systems.

Education

PhD Program at UGent, Imec
January 1, 2008 - June 1, 2011
Predoctoral Training Program in Engineering Sciences at UGent
January 1, 2006 - June 1, 2006
Master in Industrial Sciences at UGent
January 1, 1997 - June 1, 2000
Technical Secondary School Certificate at PTI Kortrijk
January 1, 1993 - June 1, 1996
General Secondary School Certificate at Gulden Sporen College, Kortrijk
January 1, 1989 - June 1, 1992

Qualifications

European driver's license class B
January 11, 2030 - August 6, 2025

Industry Experience

Computers & Electronics, Education, Energy & Utilities, Manufacturing, Professional Services
    paper Eeve - Embedded firmware developer

    Custom board bring up with configuration of Pinmux in Yocto with meta tegra layer and testing of the peripherals. Integration of drivers in de Linux kernel: Wi-Fi, USB, IMU, GNSS, etc.

    paper Vintecc - Research engineer

    Investigation of stability issues with the SD card on an Axotec embedded module and provision of a robust installation bash script to install an external Wi-Fi stick in the user space.

    paper Saleconix - Entrepreneur

    Business analytics, technical analytics and design of a visualization system with a touchscreen, GPU, RTC, real-time command interpreter, and various IO interfaces like USB. The used programming language was C++20 and the development environment was mbed CE. I was involved in the mbed CE project as part of this work.

    paper Renson - Azure data engineer

    Design of a HB3 ventilation system in C++11, including modifications to the public API, balancing procedure, error handling, unit tests, etc. Development of a POC for communication between Azure IoT HUB and CDK for telemetry data exchange.

    paper Barco - Industrialization engineer

    Development of a production stand for a 55" medical display with a sequencer, C# scripting, and SAP database. Creation and implementation of sequences for the various process steps. (functional, logistics, calibration, high-pot testing, etc.)

    paper Daikin - Software Architect

    Development of a software architecture for the next generation of remote controls for heat pumps and air-conditionings. Integration of Matter, BLE, and Zigbee. Setup of a CI/CD system with runners.