Okay, let’s tackle this. So Moses has skills like embedded systems, C++, and agile methodologies, which are in demand. He’s also worked with Linux and has experience in software development, testing, and debugging. Considering his skills and the fact that he’s based in West Des Moines, Iowa, the US, I’d estimate his hourly rate to be around $125. This is slightly below the national average for software engineers in the US, but his specific skillset and location suggest a lower rate. For example, according to Glassdoor, the average hourly rate for a software engineer in Des Moines is around $150, but Moses’s skills are more specialized, so I’ve adjusted the rate down to $125.