01/16/2025 updated

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Senior Technologist in Automotive R&D with 20+ Years Experience

Bengaluru, India
Only remote
Master of Science - MS, Embedded Systems
Bengaluru, India
Only remote
Master of Science - MS, Embedded Systems

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Advanced Driver Assistance SystemsArtificial IntelligenceComputer VisionAutomotive ElectronicsAutomotive IndustryAUTomotive Open System Architecture (AUTOSAR)Computer ProgrammingEmbedded SystemsEmbedded SoftwareMachine LearningProject ManagementParadigmsResearch and DevelopmentRobotics Design and ProductionSystems ArchitectureTechnical ManagementTelematicsCoaching and MentoringAutomotive SoftwareProgramming Languages
Embedded Systems
Extensive experience in embedded software architectures, combining analog and digital technologies for automotive applications.

Automotive Electronics
Deep knowledge of automotive software integration, including ADAS, telematics, and autonomous vehicle technologies.

Research & Technology Management
Leadership in R&D of embedded software, mentoring teams, and managing complex projects across global organizations.

Programming
Proficiency in various programming languages and paradigms for embedded systems and automotive applications.

Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
Application of AI/ML technologies in automotive contexts, including computer vision and robotics.

System Architecture
Design and implementation of complex system architectures for automotive and embedded applications.

AUTOSAR
Expertise in AUTOSAR standards and implementation for automotive software development.
 

Experience

Professional experience10+ years
Freelancer since2007

Languages

GermanBasic knowledgeEnglishNative speakerFrenchBasic knowledgeItalianBasic knowledge

Project history

Senior Technologist

Senior Technologist
Current role as Senior Technologist in Automotive R&D.

Head of Cybersecurity and Automation

Glownexus
Led Automotive Cybersecurity and Functional Safety initiatives, impacting global customers including OEMs and suppliers.

Trainee to Senior Director - Organizational Transformation and Head of Cybersecurity and Automation

ex - Minda / HCL / KPIT / AEI / DLR / LTTS / Harman / Savari / ITC Infotech / Yazaki / Sasken / FPT
Progressed through various roles, leading OEM programs and initiatives across global organizations.

Senior Director & Solutions Architect

FPT-USA Corporation
Directed whale hunting sales as part of organizational transformation initiatives.

Senior Architect - System Software/SM

Sasken Technologies Limited
Managed ER&D Portfolio in areas like PES, Digital, AUTOSAR, AI/ML, ADAS/AD, IoT, Data, Security, HPC, XR, SDx, QIT.

Principal Engineer/DM

Yazaki India Private Limited
Led Advanced Development and Software Engineering Department, focusing on internal innovation and platform-related activities.

Lead Technical Consultant - Embedded Software Lead Development Architect

ITC Infotech
Managed delivery and architecting in R&D for IP, Products, Solutions and Services in areas of Active Safety, AUTOSAR, ADAS, Telematics and Autonomous Vehicles.

Embedded Systems Consultant/Technology Architect

Xenon Automotive
Led firmware design for a new embedded product, integrating with non-embedded teams for product data analysis and retrieval.

Project Leader/Technology Architect

GlobalEdge - Intelligence of Things
Collaborated on a J1939 based bootloader for a UK customer, reprogramming ECUs in off-road vehicles.

Senior Software Engineer for Technology Architecture

HARMAN International
Contributed to the Safety Pilot project for CAMP in US, developing safety applications on Linux and V2X platforms.

Project Leader/Technology Architect

L&T Technology Services Limited
Worked on Autosar Semiconductor development and Technology Innovation Forum projects.

Firmware R&D Engineer

Advanced Energy
Developed firmware for solar inverters, contributing to Ethernet drivers and custom RTOS implementation.

Master Intern

Crisalix SarL
Worked on 3D virtual aesthetics.

Embedded System Software Engineer

Explinovo GmbH
Contributed to the CAN-FlexRay Gateway for EU FP7 - Have-it project on intelligent transportation.

Master of Science Student

University of lugano
Conducted advanced research in Embedded Systems.

Research And Development Intern

HE-ARC
Researched Smart Camera Surveillance systems using stereo vision on TI OMAP platform.

Senior Embedded Software Engineer

KPIT
Developed and tested AUTOSAR MCAL drivers for a Japanese Semiconductor Manufacturer.

Member of Technical Staff

HCL Technologies
Collaborated on image processing integration for Advanced Driver Assistance Systems for North American Tier-1 automotive supplier.

Intern

Spark Minda
Involved in prototype development of a first-generation telematics system for a Japanese vehicle OEM in India.

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