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I am a Robotics Engineer with over 8 years of experience developing and validating advanced robotic systems, autonomous technologies, and automation frameworks. My expertise spans C++, Python, ROS1/ROS2, embedded systems, simulation (Gazebo, MoveIt), HIL validation, and sensor calibration, with a strong track record in automotive, infotainment, and educational robotics sectors. At Tata Elxsi, I specialized in automation and validation of ADAS systems, designing HIL test setups, automating test cases with CAPL and Python, and ensuring compliance with release standards through rigorous system testing and reporting. I have hands-on experience in CANoe, VTest Studio, UDS, CAN/LIN, Ethernet protocols, and delivering diagnostic/feature validation using BDD frameworks. In addition, I mentor robotics interns on ROS1/ROS2, localization & navigation, robot arm manipulation, and real-time image/sensor processing. My leadership extends to managing Jira-based workflows, conducting peer reviews, and preparing compliance/traceability reports, ensuring efficient team collaboration and high-quality outcomes. My earlier roles include computer vision & camera systems optimization for BMW projects, robotics research in navigation and mapping, and hands-on engineering of robotic arms, drones, and autonomous mobile robots. I am passionate about building reliable, intelligent, and scalable robotic solutions that advance automation and self-driving technologies. Currently based in the UAE and open to global opportunities.…I am a Robotics Engineer with over 8 years of experience developing and validating advanced robotic systems, autonomous technologies, and automation frameworks. My expertise spans C++, Python, ROS1/ROS2, embedded systems, simulation (Gazebo, MoveIt), HIL validation, and sensor calibration, with a strong track record in automotive, infotainment, and educational robotics sectors. At Tata Elxsi, I specialized in automation and validation of ADAS systems, designing HIL test setups, automating test cases with CAPL and Python, and ensuring compliance with release standards through rigorous system testing and reporting. I have hands-on experience in CANoe, VTest Studio, UDS, CAN/LIN, Ethernet protocols, and delivering diagnostic/feature validation using BDD frameworks. In addition, I mentor robotics interns on ROS1/ROS2, localization & navigation, robot arm manipulation, and real-time image/sensor processing. My leadership extends to managing Jira-based workflows, conducting peer reviews, and preparing compliance/traceability reports, ensuring efficient team collaboration and high-quality outcomes. My earlier roles include computer vision & camera systems optimization for BMW projects, robotics research in navigation and mapping, and hands-on engineering of robotic arms, drones, and autonomous mobile robots. I am passionate about building reliable, intelligent, and scalable robotic solutions that advance automation and self-driving technologies. Currently based in the UAE and open to global opportunities.

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I am a Robotics Engineer with over 8 years of experience developing and validating advanced robotic systems, autonomous technologies, and automation frameworks. My expertise spans C++, Python, ROS1/ROS2, embedded systems, simulation (Gazebo, MoveIt), HIL validation, and sensor calibration, with a strong track record in automotive, infotainment, and educational robotics sectors. At Tata Elxsi, I specialized in automation and validation of ADAS systems, designing HIL test setups, automating test cases with CAPL and Python, and ensuring compliance with release standards through rigorous system testing and reporting. I have hands-on experience in CANoe, VTest Studio, UDS, CAN/LIN, Ethernet protocols, and delivering diagnostic/feature validation using BDD frameworks. In addition, I mentor robotics interns on ROS1/ROS2, localization & navigation, robot arm manipulation, and real-time image/sensor processing. My leadership extends to managing Jira-based workflows, conducting peer reviews, and preparing compliance/traceability reports, ensuring efficient team collaboration and high-quality outcomes. My earlier roles include computer vision & camera systems optimization for BMW projects, robotics research in navigation and mapping, and hands-on engineering of robotic arms, drones, and autonomous mobile robots. I am passionate about building reliable, intelligent, and scalable robotic solutions that advance automation and self-driving technologies. Currently based in the UAE and open to global opportunities.…I am a Robotics Engineer with over 8 years of experience developing and validating advanced robotic systems, autonomous technologies, and automation frameworks. My expertise spans C++, Python, ROS1/ROS2, embedded systems, simulation (Gazebo, MoveIt), HIL validation, and sensor calibration, with a strong track record in automotive, infotainment, and educational robotics sectors. At Tata Elxsi, I specialized in automation and validation of ADAS systems, designing HIL test setups, automating test cases with CAPL and Python, and ensuring compliance with release standards through rigorous system testing and reporting. I have hands-on experience in CANoe, VTest Studio, UDS, CAN/LIN, Ethernet protocols, and delivering diagnostic/feature validation using BDD frameworks. In addition, I mentor robotics interns on ROS1/ROS2, localization & navigation, robot arm manipulation, and real-time image/sensor processing. My leadership extends to managing Jira-based workflows, conducting peer reviews, and preparing compliance/traceability reports, ensuring efficient team collaboration and high-quality outcomes. My earlier roles include computer vision & camera systems optimization for BMW projects, robotics research in navigation and mapping, and hands-on engineering of robotic arms, drones, and autonomous mobile robots. I am passionate about building reliable, intelligent, and scalable robotic solutions that advance automation and self-driving technologies. Currently based in the UAE and open to global opportunities.

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I am a Robotics Engineer with over 8 years of experience developing and validating advanced robotic systems, autonomous technologies, and automation frameworks. My expertise spans C++, Python, ROS1/ROS2, embedded systems, simulation (Gazebo, MoveIt), HIL validation, and sensor calibration, with a strong track record in automotive, infotainment, and educational robotics sectors.

At Tata Elxsi, I specialized in automation and validation of ADAS systems, designing HIL test setups, automating test cases with CAPL and Python, and ensuring compliance with release standards through rigorous system testing and reporting. I have hands-on experience in CANoe, VTest Studio, UDS, CAN/LIN, Ethernet protocols, and delivering diagnostic/feature validation using BDD frameworks.

In addition, I mentor robotics interns on ROS1/ROS2, localization & navigation, robot arm manipulation, and real-time image/sensor processing. My leadership extends to managing Jira-based workflows, conducting peer reviews, and preparing compliance/traceability reports, ensuring efficient team collaboration and high-quality outcomes.

My earlier roles include computer vision & camera systems optimization for BMW projects, robotics research in navigation and mapping, and hands-on engineering of robotic arms, drones, and autonomous mobile robots.

I am passionate about building reliable, intelligent, and scalable robotic solutions that advance automation and self-driving technologies. Currently based in the UAE and open to global opportunities.

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Robotics Development and Validation Engineer (Freelance / Part Time) at Freelance / Self-employed

August 1, 2025 - Present

Designed and validated multiple indoor Gazebo layouts using offline and online fuel models; created custom world files with walls, doors, and obstacles; optimized simulation performance; automated environment generation using Python, SDF, URDF, and Xacro; integrated Gazebo with ROS2 launch files; spawned and configured a Mecanum-wheeled robot; implemented kinematic modeling for omnidirectional motion; tuned controllers and plugins for accurate wheel velocity control; familiarity with CANoe, VTest Studio, ROS1/ROS2, JIRA, Git; Linux, Arduino programming; UDS, CAN, LIN, Ethernet.

Automation and Validation Specialist at TATA ELXSI

July 1, 2022 - August 1, 2025

Led System Qualification Testing and Automation team; developed validation plans and provided ROS1/ROS2 localization and navigation support for ADAS internals projects; developed CANoe configurations and panels for Ethernet, CAN, and LIN; analyzed system and software requirements to develop SYS4/SYS5 test cases; explored automation feasibility; used CAPL scripting to automate test cases; designed and executed Hardware In Loop testing using VT cards; created Python-based diagnostic and feature scripts; maintained traceability and contributed to regulatory submission documentation.

Senior Software Engineer at Deevia Software India Pvt Ltd

May 1, 2019 - September 1, 2021

Ported C implementation to Pixel Processing for Trailer Tracking; optimized Bilinear Interpolation; created and tested golden images for multiple camera views per BMW BEGU offline tool requirements; integrated and tested software components on embedded platforms; managed release packages, Git/Gerrit workflows, and JIRA issue tracking; delivered unit-tested systems within deadlines.

Software Engineer at Deevia Software India Pvt Ltd

September 1, 2018 - May 1, 2019

Developed a ROS1 MoveIt model for Panda Arm with a custom vacuum gripper; optimized trajectory planning within the OMPL interface; integrated a new planner; implemented datalogging across modules for the Rear Camera project.

Robotics Engineer at Roboware Technologies LLP

December 1, 2017 - September 1, 2018

Developed, tested, and optimized ROS-based Navigation, Localization, and 3D mapping stacks; demonstrated L-3 Wipod vehicle model; programmed Arduino for vehicle movement and LIDAR actuation; calibrated LIDAR and Laser sensors for the Navigation stack.

Robotics Engineer at Novatech Robo Pvt Limited

June 1, 2015 - December 1, 2016

Delivered training sessions on electronics, embedded systems (8051), and Arduino; organized interactive workshops (Novabot, LEGO Mindstorms, 8051, Arduino, MATLAB); engineered autonomous mobile robots, robotic arms, and drones for academic applications; implemented hardware upgrades and validated via simulation tools.