Headline

Senior Embedded Software Lead at Collins Aerospace | IoT Specialist | Expert in C Programming, Agile, Scrum | DO178 trained

About

I build reliable embedded systems that ship to production. With 11+ years in embedded software engineering, I design firmware for IoT and aerospace applications where performance, power efficiency, and stability are critical. I work primarily in C and Python across BLE, WiFi, Zigbee, and LoRa platforms, delivering production-ready systems on Nordic (nRF52/nRF53/nRF7002), TI, Telink, and CSR chipsets. In recent programs, I reduced field-reported defects by 30% by strengthening code reviews and static analysis (Coverity), improved power consumption by 20% through low-power architecture redesign, and shortened release cycles by 15% by refining CI workflows and modularizing firmware components. I am DO-178C trained and have led firmware development for safety-focused aerospace systems. My experience includes FreeRTOS and Zephyr OS, OTA update frameworks, MQTT and Protobuf communication layers, and deep debugging using JTAG and GDB. Beyond coding, I drive execution. I mentor engineers, review system architecture, and align firmware with hardware and systems teams to reduce integration risk before production. My focus is simple: build maintainable firmware, prevent regressions, and deliver stable releases on schedule. If you’re hiring a senior engineer who can own embedded architecture and lead delivery from prototype to production, let’s connect.

Location

Bangalore Urban

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Work experience

Senior Lead Software Engineer | IoT Applications | Low Power Wireless Systems | Agile at Collins Aerospace, May 2023 - Present · 3 yrs 5 mos, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India, - Enhanced System Reliability: Led development of embedded systems for aerospace applications, increasing system reliability by 25%. - Boosted Productivity: Implemented Agile practices, elevating team productivity by 15% and optimizing project workflows, resulting in a 40% increase in overall productivity. - Optimized Code Quality: Engineered and integrated 30+ code fixes, reducing software bugs by 25% and shortening release cycle time by 15%. - Advanced Team Development: Guided a team of 4 engineers, enhancing technical expertise and team cohesion. - Streamlined IoT Design: Developed embedded software for IoT and aerospace applications, achieving 10% code reusability and 25% energy savings. - Maximized Power Efficiency: Increased energy efficiency by 200% (extended battery life from 178 to 500 days) through advanced power management strategies. - Delivered Projects Ahead of Schedule: Directed IoT device development for aircraft, utilizing Nordic nRF7002 and other components, completing a year-long project in 8 months.

Advanced Embedded Engineer | IoT Applications | Low Power Wireless Sensors | Agile at Honeywell, Sep 2021 - May 2023 · 1 yr 9 mos, Bangalore Urban, Karnataka, India, - Accelerated Project Delivery: Applied Scrum methodology to deliver projects 1 week ahead of schedule. - Enhanced System Reliability: Improved system reliability for wireless applications by 25%. - Streamlined Documentation: Refined development documentation, cutting initial learning time by 20%. - Fortified Firmware: Developed firmware for wireless fire sensors, strengthening system robustness.

Senior Embedded Software Engineer | IoT Applications | Agile | Driver Development | MISRA Compliance at Ignitarium Technology Solutions Pvt Ltd, Dec 2019 - Sep 2021 · 1 yr 10 mos, Bengaluru Area, India, - Worked on implementing a zigbee mesh - Engineered Drivers: Designed drivers for audio chips with UART, I2C, SPI, ensuring MISRA 2012 compliance and documenting with Doxygen. - Built Test Framework: Created a test framework integrating Host PC, Jenkins, Raspberry Pi, and DUT for enhanced UART data testing.

Team Lead | Production Automation Engineer | IoT Applications, Firmware Development | BLE at WiSilica, Feb 2018 - Nov 2019 · 1 yr 10 mos, Lead of the production team handling the automation and smooth running of the production tests of the smart lighting and tracking devices performed in the production houses. + Designed efficient and time optimised architecture + Labview + Supporting, training and enabling the production houses to efficiently produce the smart lighting and tracking devices + Creating embedded firmwares and applications in Labview to automate, the production process like RF Calibration, PCBA test and the functional test of the devices. Job Responsibilities: + Currently leading the production team in designing and implementing the firmware and applications to automate the production process of the devices. + Enabled production of millions of smart lighting devices. + To go onsite to production houses in China for guiding, teaching and supporting the staffs in the production house. + Constructing tools/ scripts for - Testing the complete functionality of the device hardware (PWM, GPIO etc) for mass production. - performing PCB Assembly test

Embedded Software Developer | IoT Applications, Firmware Development | BLE | OTA Update at WiSilica, Jun 2015 - Feb 2018 · 2 yrs 9 mos, Build experience in 1. Network communication protocols like BLE and LoRa for home automation, meter reading, tracking, etc 2. Developing BLE mesh devices and sensors 3. Peripheral Communication protocols like UART SPI and I2C 4. Working with CSR's SoC and STM micro controllers 5. Debugging Job responsiblities: + To develop application stack for a BLE - based mesh, consisting of lighting/ tracking operational devices. + Porting this application stack into different chip sets as per requirement. + Designing the behavior of lighting devices. Constructing testing mechanisms and corresponding test tools for the BLE devices for optimization of the mesh communication + Improving power utilization of devices. + Development of LoRa stack for STM chip set and subsequent testing and implementation of application stack for LoRa based devices + Maintain the coding standards in all developed software designs and code. + Use simulator prototype hardware and development board to develop and debug new software. + Resolve technical issues from observation of the product operation. + Debug the existing products to enhance product life and provide status update reports. + Work alongside team members to plan designed and develop robust solutions in a timely manner.

Embedded Developer trainee | Firmware Development | Wireless at WiSilica, Mar 2015 - May 2015 · 3 mos, My responsibilities include 1. Familiarising the BLE technology, CSR's hardware and software(xIDE). 2. Implementing and developing various BLE related projects. 3. Familiarised protocols - UART, I2C.

Biomedical Engineer (Trainee) | Medical Device Maintenance, Excel Tool Development at ASTER MEDCITY, Jul 2014 - Jan 2015 · 7 mos, Cheranellur, Kochi, As a Biomedical Engineer,I have done 1. Coordinated the installation of a. PET b. SPECT c. Brachy Therapy 2. Attended service calls from various departments including a.OT b. Labs c. ICUs d. Wards 3. Conducted User Training for the end user. 4. Familiarized with the equipment used in the hospital. 5. Increased the efficiency of the documentation done which included a. Assets b. PM and Calibration c. Complaint Register

Education

Bachelor of Technology (BTech), Electronics and Biomedical Engineering, Model engineering college