Headline

ISTQB Certificated Tester (CTFL) | Firmware Validation | SDET| Embedded Software Testing Engineer | Verification & Validation | Python Automation | M.Tech in AI & ML (BITS Pilani, Ongoing) | CI/CD in Test Automation.

About

Adept professional with extensive experience in embedded product testing and automation using Python, including Schlage Smart Locks firmware validation with BLE, Wi-Fi, Matter, and UWB features, as well as STB UI testing and NFC firmware validation. Proficient in writing test scripts using Data Driven & Hybrid frameworks with Python 3, utilizing packages such as pandas, openpyxl, monkeyrunner, paho-mqtt, and paramiko. Strong understanding of SDLC, STLC, and the defect life cycle, with expertise in bug tracking and reporting using Jira. Experienced in implementing and troubleshooting I2C and UART communication in firmware and test environments. Skilled in handling multiple operating systems: Windows, Linux, and Mac, along with Linux and Android ADB commands. Highly proficient in using Microsoft Azure Pipelines and Jenkins for CI/CD processes. Skilled in Agile and Scrum environments, actively participating in ceremonies such as sprint planning and reviews. Successfully completed multiple PoCs, providing resolutions and demos to stakeholders. Maintained comprehensive documentation in Azure Wiki, SharePoint, and Word documents for knowledge sharing and process improvement. Effectively managed multiple tasks in parallel, prioritizing and delivering responsibilities efficiently. Highly adaptable and flexible in working with geographically diverse teams. Willingness to learn new technologies and the ability to work independently.

Location

Bengaluru

AI stack

claude code

github copilot

Microsoft Copilot

Work experience

Sr Firmware Engineer - Firmware Validation at Allegion India, Jul 2022 - Present · 4 yrs 3 mos, Bengaluru

Senior Engineer Testing at L&T Technology Services Limited, Aug 2021 - May 2022 · 10 mos, Mysuru, Karnataka, India

Engineer-Testing at ARICENT TECHNOLOGIES (HOLDINGS) LIMITED, May 2020 - May 2021 · 1 yr 1 mo, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India, Worked for NXP semiconductors.

Embedded Engineer at Tata Elxsi, Nov 2017 - May 2020 · 2 yrs 7 mos, Bengaluru Area, India

Education

Master of Technology - MTech, Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, BITS Pilani Work Integrated Learning Programmes

bachelor's of engineering, electronics and communication, Ballari Institute of Technology & Management, BELLARY