Rawen Rashid
Senior Software Developer (C++/Qt) — Embedded & Precision Farming
Embedded & real-time software for precision farming.
Senior developer specializing in C++, Qt, and field-proven integrations across ISOBUS, GNSS, CAN, and auto-steering ecosystems.
About
I’m a senior software developer focused on C++, Qt, and embedded systems for precision farming and real-time applications.
I enjoy building tools and integrations that make complex machine communication easier to test, debug, and scale—from simulation utilities to production-grade embedded apps.
I’m known as a quick learner and analytical problem-solver, and I’m comfortable collaborating across international teams and customers.
Strengths
- Multi-threading and performance optimization for responsive, stable systems.
- Architecture design for scalable applications and long-term maintainability.
- Domain expertise: ISOBUS (ISO 11783), GNSS, CAN, and auto-steering integrations.
- Proven track record of high-velocity delivery that consistently exceeds customer expectations.
Languages
What you get when you hire me
High-Performance C++/Qt
Applications built for long runtimes and real-world constraints.
Pragmatic Engineering
Clear, measurable improvements, repeatable debugging, and maintainable architecture.
Collaborative & Professional
International collaboration experience with customer-facing consulting responsibilities.
Technical Skills
Languages
Frameworks & Libs
Domain & Protocols
Tools & DevOps
Soft Skills & Leadership
Professional Experience
Senior Software Developer
Developed precision farming solutions with a focus on embedded systems for tractors.
- Implement scalable applications using C++ and Qt.
- Designed and documented a custom communication protocol for a next-gen steering system, defining feature sets in collaboration with controller engineers.
- Spearheaded the migration of the core codebase from Qt5 to Qt6, modernizing the graphics stack and improving rendering performance.
- Served as the primary technical point of contact for OEM customers, translating requirements into architectural decisions.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver client-tailored solutions.
- Lead a 3-developer team in re-architecting a dual-display tractor HMI, managing the full lifecycle from system boot to software update procedures.
- Designed and implemented a robust Software Update System for the tractor HMI, enabling seamless field updates for end-customers.
- Developed a custom Application Launcher to manage process lifecycles, diagnostics collection, and app switching.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to implement critical next-gen features based on direct customer feedback.
- Configured and maintained CI/CD pipelines to streamline automated build, testing, and deployment workflows.
Junior Software Developer
Full-stack precision farming developer and technical consultant, delivering customer-facing integrations across GNSS receivers, steering controllers, and ISOBUS protocol stacks.
- Rewrote the complete GUI of an ISOBUS- and GNSS-enabled precision farming application with Task Controller and Virtual Terminal support — delivered ahead of schedule, exceeding customer expectations.
- Integrated Novatel GNSS receiver communication into the precision farming software stack, enabling high-precision positioning.
- Rewrote the AgJunction steering controller integration to optimize communication flow, collaborating closely with team members on protocol alignment.
- Managed and translated the existing application into 10+ languages, enabling international product rollout.
- Integrated Topcon GNSS receiver and steering controller into the precision farming platform, expanding hardware compatibility.
- Integrated CHC and Trimble GNSS receivers for broader receiver ecosystem support.
- Implemented a fully custom ISO AUX-N (auxiliary input) system for both tractor HMI and precision farming software, enabling physical joystick/button control of machine functions.
- Worked on implementing FMIS (Farm Management Information System) features and optimizing existing FMIS data pipelines for field-to-office data transfer.
- Served as developer and consultant with multinational customers across different countries.
Vocational Training
Completed a 3-year dual vocational training program combining formal education with hands-on industry experience in large-scale C++ and embedded systems development. Contributed as a full member of the engineering team, delivering production-ready components for real-world precision farming systems.
- Designed and implemented a high-performance ISOXML DOM parser (ISO 11783) in modern C++ with zero external dependencies, used as a core library across multiple production systems
- Extended the parser with support for complex element mapping, logged binary data parsing, and WKT geometry visualization using C++, Qt, and QML
- Worked on cross-platform precision farming systems across Windows, Linux, and Android targets
- Designed and implemented an Android kiosk mode application, later ported to C# for broader deployment
- Implemented features in ISOBUS-enabled applications based on evolving customer requirements
- Developed an ISOBUS Task Controller client simulator using ISOAgLib for protocol-level integration testing
- Built a C++ code generation tool with GUI for ISO Device (DVC) simulation, including section and rate control logic
- Developed a cross-platform CAN-to-CAN Internet Bridge enabling remote debugging via real-time CAN frame exchange
- Created CAN trace parsing tools and ISOBUS simulation utilities to accelerate debugging workflows
- Built a web-based frontend and contributed to high-performance deployments on Android and Windows
Featured projects
A selection of work that highlights embedded communication, simulation, and performance-focused C++/Qt engineering.
ISOBUS Task Controller Client Simulator
A full Task Controller client simulator built on ISOAgLib, enabling protocol-level integration testing without physical agricultural machines.
- Simulates realistic TC communication for development and QA
- Reduced dependency on expensive field hardware during testing
C++ Code Generation Tool for ISO Devices
A GUI-driven code generator that produces C++ simulation code for ISO Device (DVC) objects from ISOXML files, with automatic section control and rate control behaviors.
- Customizable behavior profiles per device
- Drastically reduced manual simulation code authoring time
ISOXML DOM Parser
A standards-compliant ISOXML DOM parser built from scratch in pure C++ without any external dependencies. Extended with complex element mapping, binary data parsing, and WKT geometry visualization.
- Foundational library adopted across multiple products
- Extended with QML-based data visualization layer
CAN-to-CAN Internet Bridge
A server and client application bridge for Windows and Linux that established a CAN bridge over the internet, allowing a pool of nodes to seamlessly exchange IDs and CAN messages.
- Enabled remote CAN bus debugging and operation across different networks
- Built with cross-platform support for both Windows and Linux environments
Complete GUI Rewrite — Precision Farming Software
Full rewrite of the graphical user interface for an ISOBUS- and GNSS-enabled precision farming application with TC and VT support — delivered so quickly it surprised the customer.
- Customer design requirements translated into pixel-perfect implementation
- Delivered ahead of schedule while maintaining full feature parity
Auto-Steering Controller Integrations
Multi-vendor steering controller integrations connecting guidance software with real hardware. Includes a ground-up protocol design for a next-gen steering system.
- AgJunction integration rewritten for optimized communication
- Topcon integration expanded hardware ecosystem coverage
3D OpenGL Field Rendering
Real-time 3D rendering of field elements, machine geometry, and spatial data using OpenGL — optimized for embedded hardware with limited GPU resources.
- Efficient rendering pipeline for resource-constrained devices
- Visualizes live field data in real-time during operation
Focus areas
Embedded + Windows
Cross-platform C++/Qt software for embedded devices and Windows deployments in precision farming.
Machine Communication
CAN-based tooling and simulation utilities to accelerate debugging, validation, and integration.
Guidance & integration
Customer-oriented development: aligning requirements with implementation, testing, and delivery.
Contact
If you’re building embedded or real-time software for precision farming, I’d be happy to discuss how I can contribute.