
Mohammed Shabaj Ahmed
Embedded Software Engineer
I'm an Embedded Software Engineer at EnseraDesign with a background in Human Robot Interaction. My experience spans embedded systems, software development, mechanical design, and early-stage prototyping. I enjoy building technology that supports people in practical and meaningful ways, particularly in health, wellbeing, and assistive technology contexts.
I approach engineering from a human-centred perspective. I like working on systems where hardware, sensing, and software come together, and I'm comfortable collaborating across disciplines to take ideas from concept to working prototypes.
I currently work full-time on embedded software development at EnseraDesign. Alongside this, I continue to explore assistive and health-oriented technology through personal projects, often involving sensors, wearable devices, and robotics prototyping.
My doctoral research at the University of Bristol focused on socially assistive robotics and long-term behaviour change. In particular, I designed and evaluated a Socially Assistive Robot (SAR) intervention intended to support sustainable habit formation in health and fitness contexts.
Programming Languages: Python, C/C++, Dart, SQL, R, HTML/CSS/JS
Frameworks & Tools: Git, Docker, MQTT, Flutter, ROS 2, CI/CD, Firebase
Embedded & Hardware: ESP32 and STM32 development, BLE, sensor integration, real-time systems, embedded prototyping
System Design & Engineering: Model-Based Systems Engineering, SysML, IBM Rhapsody, DOORS
Design & Prototyping: CAD (SolidWorks, Fusion 360), 3D printing, electronics prototyping, control systems
PhD Research at the University of Bristol: Designed and evaluated socially assistive robotic coaching interactions for long-term behaviour change, with a focus on sustainable habit formation in everyday life contexts.
Co-founder at 3D Farms: Led the development of an automated aeroponics system for controlled indoor environment agriculture, spanning embedded control, sensing, and system integration.
ADAS System Architect at Jaguar Land Rover: Coordinated ADAS interfaces and data flows across multiple ECUs using model-based systems engineering approaches, supporting safety and traceability.
Outside of work, I like to explore interests that blend creativity, experimentation, and personal growth.
Fitness: I enjoy training and learning about how people build sustainable routines, which connects closely with my interest in habit formation and long-term behaviour change.
DIY and Making: I enjoy building small tools and prototypes, especially projects that involve electronics, mechanical design, and practical problem solving.
Photography: I enjoy photography as a creative outlet, particularly when travelling or documenting everyday life.
I'm open to collaborating on projects involving assistive technology, health and wellbeing tools,wearables, or socially assistive robotics. If you are developing an idea in this space, or if you need a bespoke assistive tool for personal use, please feel free to get in touch.