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Madhava (Reddy) Narayanappa

Function Developer ADAS

Madhava Narayanappa
Germering, Germany

Experience

Jun 2021 - Mar 2024
2 years 10 months

Function Developer ADAS

Continental Automotive GmbH through Ferchau GmbH

  • Project: Sensor fusion application for traffic participant detection
  • Software frameworks: C++ (11,14), Python, Visual Studio, MTS, Qt, GitHub, Jenkins, JIRA, Confluence, Conan, CAN, RTOS, DOORS, CMake
  • Refactored and adapted sensor fusion algorithms by processing sensor data (camera and radar) for ACC and EBA as per requirements
  • Handled system test issue reports in JIRA
  • Tuned Kalman filters and introduced new features to enhance tracking
  • Adapted architecture, detailed design (UML) and simulation tool (Qt)
  • Conducted unit testing, code reviews and static code analysis in compliance with MISRA standards
  • Conducted regression testing to validate software, involved in software releases (CI/CD), KPI evaluation by testing NCAP scenarios
  • Flashed ADAS software to target vehicles, used UDS protocol and OBD-II tools for diagnostics and verification
Jan 2019 - May 2021
2 years 5 months

Software Tester

Alten SW GmbH

  • Client: Robert Bosch, Project: System Testing for ADAS software

  • Tools: DOORS, vTestStudio, CANoe/CANalyser, CANape, CAPL, Trace32, UDS

  • Conducted requirement analysis in DOORS and derived test cases in vTestStudio based on functional specifications

  • Executed automated test cases using CANoe, focusing on communication, performance and failure scenarios

  • Analyzed system logs and evaluated diagnostic trouble codes on the HIL test bench (dSPACE), and collaborated with development to resolve issues

  • Project: Heating systems for cars, Eberspächer

  • Software frameworks and tools: C/C++, Rhapsody, Polarion, SVN, Simulink, Trace32, CAN, Astree, Tessy

  • Conducted requirement analysis and architecture reviews to ensure alignment with project specifications and safety standards

  • Created detailed software designs using Rhapsody (UML)

  • Implemented software solutions in compliance with AUTOSAR, ASPICE and ISO 26262 standards to ensure safety and reliability

  • Performed quality assurance activities in accordance with ASPICE detailed design requirements

  • Utilized Trace32 for low-level debugging and static code analysis

Sep 2017 - Sep 2018
1 year 1 month

Internship and Master Thesis – Development and Implementation of Sensor Concept for AGV

Continental Automotive GmbH

  • Software frameworks: Embedded C++, MATLAB/Simulink, OpenCV, ROS
  • Calibrated and implemented ultrasonic, IR and radar modules using Arduino (ATmega)
  • Calibrated camera to define intrinsic and extrinsic parameters and implemented camera module with Raspberry Pi (ARM) to detect lane markings
  • Implemented Mecanum motor drive module for AGV to enable maneuverability in narrow industrial environments
  • Implemented CAN, I2C and SPI communication between modules
Dec 2011 - Jul 2015
3 years 8 months

Software Engineer

HCL Technologies

  • Software frameworks: RPG, COBOL, SQL, DB2
  • Conducted requirement analysis, test case planning, preparation and execution
  • Developed and supported insurance applications

Industries Experience

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Experienced in Automotive (6 years) and Insurance (3.5 years).

Automotive
Insurance

Business Areas Experience

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Experienced in Quality Assurance (9 years), Information Technology (6.5 years), Product Development (6 years), and Research and Development (1 year).

Quality Assurance
Information Technology
Product Development
Research and Development

Summary

Software developer with Masters in Embedded systems and having more than five years of experience in the Automotive industry and embedded systems. Skilled in C/C++, Python and MATLAB/Simulink coding languages. Up-skilled in data engineering using low code/No code.

Skills

  • Software Languages: C, C++, Opencv, Python, Matlab/simulink, Ada, Spark, Embedded C, Vhdl
  • Software Tools: Visual Studio, Azure, Cmake, Pycharm, Matlab, Eclipse And, Gdb, Trace32, Arduino Ide, Rhapsody, Tessy, Astree, Ltspice, Vector Tools (Canoe)
  • Computer Skills: Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point), Linux(ubuntu), Windows

Languages

English
Advanced
Hindi
Advanced
Kannada
Advanced
Telugu
Advanced
German
Intermediate

Education

Oct 2015 - Sep 2018

Technical University of Chemnitz

Masters in Embedded Systems · Embedded Systems · Chemnitz, Germany

Aug 2007 - Jul 2011

VTU

Bachelors in Electrical and Electronics Engineering · Electrical and Electronics Engineering · India

Certifications & licenses

German Driving License (Class B)

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Where is Madhava based?

Madhava is based in Germering, Germany.

What languages does Madhava speak?

Madhava speaks the following languages: English (Advanced), Hindi (Advanced), Kannada (Advanced), Telugu (Advanced), German (Intermediate).

How many years of experience does Madhava have?

Madhava has at least 10 years of experience. During this time, Madhava has worked in at least 4 different roles and for 4 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 2 years and 5 months. Note that Madhava may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Madhava be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Madhava would be well-suited for roles such as: Function Developer ADAS, Software Tester, Internship and Master Thesis – Development and Implementation of Sensor Concept for AGV.

What is Madhava's latest experience?

Madhava's most recent position is Function Developer ADAS at Continental Automotive GmbH through Ferchau GmbH.

What companies has Madhava worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Madhava has worked for Continental Automotive GmbH through Ferchau GmbH and Alten SW GmbH.

Which industries is Madhava most experienced in?

Madhava is most experienced in industries like Automotive and Insurance.

Which business areas is Madhava most experienced in?

Madhava is most experienced in business areas like Quality Assurance (QA), Information Technology (IT), and Product Development. Madhava also has some experience in Research and Development (R&D).

Which industries has Madhava worked in recently?

Madhava has recently worked in industries like Automotive.

Which business areas has Madhava worked in recently?

Madhava has recently worked in business areas like Product Development, Quality Assurance (QA), and Information Technology (IT).

What is Madhava's education?

Madhava holds a Master in Embedded Systems from Technical University of Chemnitz and a Bachelor in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from VTU.

Does Madhava have any certificates?

Madhava has 1 certificate: German Driving License (Class B).

What is the availability of Madhava?

Madhava is immediately available full-time for suitable projects.

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