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Data Scientist @ Bosch | Digital Twin | Big Data Analytics

About

"Quality means doing it right when no one is looking." — Henry Ford. As a Lead Data Scientist in the automotive industry, I am continuously driven to enhance my work, and Ford's definition of quality inspires me to strive for improvement every day. With a background in mechanical engineering, I bring extensive experience in automotive systems like Exhaust systems, Cooling systems and Sensors mixed with a deep understanding of how data-driven insights can enhance the reliability and performance. My responsibilities include addressing data quality challenges, developing and deploying machine learning models, and enabling associates to effectively leverage AI in their projects. I take pride in empowering over 50 associates by providing them with essential AI skills and motivating them to up-skill in data science, thereby fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement within my organization. My cross-functional expertise encompasses computing, project management, and stakeholder management, enabling me to collaborate effectively with diverse teams to deliver impactful solutions. Working at the intersection of applied AI and commercial vehicles, I help to uncover insights between automotive engineering data and ML opportunities-building solutions in production. Always interested in conversations about automotive AI transformation, sensor analytics, embedded systems ML, or enhancing teams with cutting-edge technologies. If you find my profile interesting, feel free to reach me at chari.careers@gmail.com

Location

Bengaluru

AI stack

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Work experience

Lead Data Scientist at Bosch Global Software Technologies, Mar 2020 - Present · 6 yrs 2 mos, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India, - Contributed to thousands of Euros in cost savings in 2024-2025 by building predictive models for automotive sensor failure using data driven approach with machine learning and Agentic-AI - Achieved a 70% reduction in software development effort in Embedded Systems by applying Retrieval-Augmented Generation using the manufacturers' datasheet - Reduced data discrepancies by 40% through robust Spark-SQL quality checks on 3 million+ records, accelerating downstream processing. - Trained over 50 professionals as a certified Bosch trainer driving AI adoption in my organization

MATLAB Developer & Product Validation Engineer at Bosch Global Software Technologies, Apr 2015 - Feb 2020 · 4 yrs 11 mos, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India, - Designed a modular GUI for EV motor analysis, saving $3500/month by eliminating reliance on third-party tools. - Improved EV battery lifecycle by 15% through early failure prediction using neural networks. - Onboarded 5 new team members in 30 days via hands-on MATLAB training programs.

CAE Engineer at John Deere, Aug 2012 - Mar 2015 · 2 yrs 8 mos, Pune/Pimpri-Chinchwad Area, - Cut lead times by 20% using domain expertise and script automation in simulation workflows. - Pioneered analysis of rotational body forces and residual life estimation techniques using N-code.

Project Associate at Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Aug 2010 - Jun 2012 · 1 yr 11 mos, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India, ★ Improved failure detection by 12% using statistical kurtosis methods on vibration data. ★ Enhanced MEMS simulation accuracy by 10% through advanced model coupling with experimental validations.

Education

Bachelor's degree, Mechanical Engineering, PES University

Master's degree, Mechanical Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology, Madras