Professional Summary

Embedded Systems Engineer with 4+ years of experience, developing custom Linux kernels, RTOS, and implementing device drivers and applications for STM32 and NXP platforms. As a PhD Researcher, working on advanced and edge AI for time-series anomaly detection, focusing on signal processing. Curious and self-driven who enjoys mastering new technologies quickly and continuously expanding technical expertise.

Professional Experience

PhD Researcher
University of Gustave Eiffel, France
Nov 2023 - Nov 2026
  • Developed 3+ anomaly detection algorithms using deep learning in IMU/GNSS/5G real-time processing
  • Enhanced step detection by 23% using Embedded model in smarphone on 10,000+ data samples across 5 environments
  • Analyzed 800+ minutes of GNSS signal anomalies, identifying jamming and spoofing
  • Improved 5G signal detection LOS/NLOS in indoor environments
Embedded Systems Engineer
Hexabitz, USA
Jun 2023 - Sep 2025
  • Developed 3+ custom Linux images using Yocto on 3 hardware platforms (STM32MP1, i.MX93)
  • Implemented 10+ device drivers for peripherals (GPIO, I2C, SPI, UART, LoRaWAN, Zigbee)
  • Developed a C++ embedded Linux application that orchestrates all device drivers and integrates with Pure Data (Pd) to deliver the full interactive behavior of the Muzziball system.
Measurement Engineer
University of Calabria, Italy
Oct 2022 - Oct 2023
  • Designed distributed measurement systems for remote monitoring using LabVIEW and Python
Teaching Assistant
University of Aleppo, Syria
Sep 2020 - Aug 2021
  • Conducted 50+ lab sessions for 150+ students
  • Working on Antenna Design (HFSS/CST), Microwave Engineering, and RF Systems courses

Key Projects

Muzziball System 2024 - 2026

Developing custom Linux image with Yocto for STM32MP1, integrating IMU, Audio, BLE, WiFi, and charging system. Implementing embedded C++ applications for real-time data acquisition.

Truck Monitoring System 2023 - 2024

Custom Linux image with Yocto for NXP i.MX93, integrating 5G, GNSS, IMU, and CAN bus for vehicle tracking. Developed all device drivers for peripherals.

Step Detection with Anomaly Filtering for PDR 2024 - 2025

Developed lightweight deep learning-based anomaly detection algorithms for pedestrian dead reckoning (PDR) using IMU data. Enhanced step detection accuracy by 23% through unsupervised anomaly filtering on 10,000+ samples across 5 environments.
GitHub

5G LOS/NLOS Signal Classification 2024 - 2025

Designed and implemented deep learning models for Line-of-Sight (LOS) and Non-Line-of-Sight (NLOS) detection in 5G indoor positioning systems.
GitHub

RSNA Breast Cancer Detection 2023

Developed deep learning models for breast cancer detection using mammography images from the RSNA screening dataset. Implemented CNN architectures for tumor classification and localization, applying data augmentation and transfer learning techniques to improve diagnostic accuracy.
View on GitHub

Contradictory Text Analysis (NLP) 2023

Built NLP deep learning models for detecting contradictory statements in multilingual text pairs. Utilized transformer-based architectures (BERT) for natural language inference (NLI), achieving robust classification of entailment, neutral, and contradiction relationships.
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Wireless Crack Detection System 2022 - 2023

Built wireless sensor network for crack detection in heritage buildings (Hardware + Firmware + Cloud Dashboard).
IEEE MetroLivEnv 2023 Paper

Publications & Research

Sayyaf, M.I., et al. "Time Series Anomaly Detection for Sensor Data: Models, Metrics and Methodologies – A Review," IEEE Sensors Journal, Oct 2025
Renaudin, V., Sayyaf, M.I., et al. "GNSS Positioning Under Threat: The Rising Risk to Existing Systems and the Role of Alternative Indoor and Seamless Navigation Technologies," Journal of the Institute of Navigation (J-ISPIN), 2025
Sayyaf, M.I., et al., "Anomaly Filtering for Pedestrian Dead Reckoning," IEEE/ION PLANS 2025
Sayyaf, M.I., et al. "Step Detection Enhanced by Anomaly Filtering," IEEE APSCON, Jan 2025
Sayyaf, M.I., et al. "Wireless Crack Detection System Based on IoT," IEEE MetroLivEnv, May 2023
Sayyaf, M.I., et al. "Heart Rate Evaluation by Smartphone: An Overview," IEEE HealthTech, Mar 2023
Sayyaf, M.I., et al. "Detection and Classification of Crack for Heritage Building," Metro Archaeo 2022
Moisan, T., Fu, H., Renaudin, V., Sayyaf, M.I. "From Research to App: Personalized Inertial Navigation for the Visually Impaired," IEEE IPIN 2025, Sep 2025

Education

Nov 2023 - Nov 2026
PhD in Signal Processing & Deep Learning for Navigation Systems
University of Gustave Eiffel, France
Thesis: "Anomaly Detection Using Deep Learning for Navigation Systems (IMU/GNSS/5G)"
Sep 2021 - Oct 2023
Master's in Telecommunication Engineering & Networks
University of Calabria, Italy
Embedded System, Embedded AI, IoT, SDN, Wireless Networks, Sensor Development — 110/110 cum laude
Sep 2014 - Sep 2019
Bachelor's in Electronics & Communication Engineering
University of Aleppo, Syria
Telecommunication, Embedded Systems, Wireless Network — GPA: 88.56% with distinction

Technical Skills

🖥️ Embedded Systems 4+ years
Embedded Linux (Yocto) Advanced
RTOS (FreeRTOS, Zephyr) Advanced
ARM Cortex-M/STM32/NXP Advanced
Linux Kernel & Device Drivers Intermediate
FPGA Programming VHDL Intermediate
BSP Yocto Bootloader GPIO UART SPI I2C VHDL
🤖 AI & Machine Learning 4+ years
Deep Learning (CNNs, LSTMs, Transformers) Advanced
TensorFlow / PyTorch Advanced
TinyML / Edge AI Advanced
Design AI pipelines Deep Learning Signal Processing Supervised/Unsupervised Learning feature Enginerring
📡 Wireless communication & Networking 5+ years
5G,LTE, and mobile Telecommunication Expert
IoT Protocols and IoT Security (LoRaWAN, Zigbee, BLE, Wi-Fi, etc) Advanced
Digital Signal Processing Expert
SDN DSP Ethernet WiFi Bluetooth
💻 Programming 7+ years
C/C++ Advanced
MATLAB / LabVIEW Advanced
Python Intermediate
UML and state Machine Intermediate
Git Debugging Linux CI/CD

Languages

English C1 Professional
French B1 Intermediate

Actively developing French skills and very open to working in a French-speaking environment.

Arabic Native

Certifications & Courses

Embedded Linux 3 courses
Yocto Project Development (Bootlin, 2024)
Linux Kernel Development (Bootlin, 2024)
Embedded Linux Development (Bootlin, 2024)
Deep Learning & AI 3 courses
Deep Learning Specialization (Coursera, 2023)
Reinforcement Learning Specialization (Coursera, 2023)
TinyML (Harvard, 2024)
RTOS & Firmware 2 courses
FreeRTOS Real-Time Programming
Zephyr RTOS Development
PCB & Hardware Design 2 courses
PCB Design with KiCad
Hardware Design Fundamentals
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