About
I am an Automotive Telematics and Product Engineering Leader with 16+ years of experience delivering innovative software solutions across Connected Vehicles, Automotive Telematics, Embedded Systems, eCall, NGeCall, ERA-GLONASS, VoLTE/IMS, Embedded Linux, LTE, and 5G technologies. I specialize in transforming complex technical requirements into scalable, production-ready solutions for global automotive OEMs. Currently, I serve as a Principal Engineer and Product Owner at Harman International, leading end-to-end product strategy, technical execution, and cross-functional delivery for advanced telematics platforms, emergency calling solutions, modem integration, and next-generation connected mobility technologies. I collaborate with global engineering teams, OEMs, chipset vendors, and technology partners to deliver high-quality, ASPICE-compliant automotive software. Core Expertise • Automotive Telematics & Connected Vehicle Platforms • Product Ownership & Product Strategy • Embedded Linux, C & C++ Development • EU eCall, NGeCall & ERA-GLONASS • VoLTE, IMS, SIP, LTE & 5G • Qualcomm Modem & Application Processor Integration • Automotive Software Architecture • ASPICE Level 2 Compliance • Agile, Scrum & Technical Program Management • Cross-functional Engineering Leadership • Vendor & Stakeholder Management • Software Delivery & Customer PoCs Throughout my career, I have successfully led global automotive programs, managed distributed engineering teams, and delivered 10+ customer Proof of Concepts (PoCs). My experience spans software architecture, product planning, customer engagement, regulatory compliance, and the development of reliable telematics platforms that meet stringent automotive quality and safety standards. I combine technical expertise, product thinking, and engineering leadership to accelerate innovation, improve software quality, and deliver customer-focused solutions. I am passionate about mentoring engineering teams, solving complex technical challenges, and building technologies that enable the future of Connected Mobility, Software-Defined Vehicles (SDVs), Intelligent Transportation, and Vehicle Connectivity. Certifications • Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO) • Certified Scrum Master (CSM) I am passionate about collaborating with automotive OEMs, Tier-1 suppliers, technology partners, and engineering leaders to drive innovation in Automotive Software, Connected Vehicles, Telematics, Embedded Systems, Product Management, Technical Program Management, and Smart Mobility.
Work experience
Principal Engineer - II at HARMAN International, May 2018 - Present · 8 yrs 4 mos, Bengaluru, Leading Product Ownership for eCall and telematics solutions across multiple global OEM programs. Managing full product lifecycle including requirement analysis, architecture alignment, sprint planning, delivery, and validation. Leading a team of 10+ engineers for EU eCall, ERA-GLONASS, and NGeCall development. Designed modem–application processor interaction framework for Qualcomm-based telematics platforms. Established ASPICE Level 2 compliant engineering processes with zero major non-conformities. Delivered Toyota DCM24 PoCs end-to-end, reducing deployment effort by 35%. Improved emergency call audio setup latency by 40% through Audio Manager architecture optimization.
Lead Engineer R&D at Radisys India Pvt Ltd, Sep 2014 - May 2018 · 3 yrs 9 mos, Bangalore, Worked as Lead Engineer at Radisys. Handling the Media Resource Function (MRF). Roles include: design, coding, Unit testing, Integration testing, Mentoring juniors, requirement gathering from PLMN, unblocking customer during any field issues.
Engineer R & D at Mavenir Systems, Oct 2012 - Sep 2014 · 2 yrs, Bangalore, Telecom software development, LTE. CSFB, SRVCC
Software Engineer at Aricent Group, Jul 2010 - Oct 2012 · 2 yrs 4 mos, Telecom software development
