Surinder Ram
Product Owner R&D Software
Experience
Product Owner R&D Software
Giesecke & Devrient Currency Technology GmbH
- Lead a team of 10 experts specializing in computer vision, algorithms, and framework development, collaborating with an external firm to enhance software solutions
- Oversee the continuous development and maintenance of C++ and C# software, ensuring high-quality standards and efficient bug resolution
- Manage the product backlog in close cooperation with the Product Manager, prioritizing tasks and aligning development with business objectives
- Facilitate collaboration with algorithm experts on pre-development projects, ensuring seamless integration and functionality of new features
- Provide support to approximately 50 global internal users, ensuring responsive solutions and addressing feedback for machine customization with new banknotes
Machine Learning & NLP Application Developer
Siemens Mobility GmbH
Research and Implementation of LLM (Large Language Models) based Web-Applications using Streamlit/Python: Knowledge-Management and digtal Coaches for UX and Requirements Engineering
Computer-Vision & Machine-Learning Engineer
Siemens Mobility GmbH
Advanced technology development of industrial applications in safety critical systems using Machine-Learning.
- Pattern Recognition in Time-Series using state-of-the-art Deep-Learning Methods
- Data Preparation, Database Design and Creation of UI-Tools for the labeling of data (approx. 100k datasets.)
- Creation of feature-engineered algorithms for the pre-labeling of the data
- Research on current state-of-the-art methods (Scientific Papers)
- Development of the Model-Architecture, proper modeling of Cost-Functions. Evaluation and Application of state-of-the-art Algorithms (such as U-Net, Inception, ResNet and YOLO) to other domains (i.e., various sensors in mechatronic applications)
- Implementation of suitable Performance-Measures and Error Visualization
- Planning and execution of Experiments, creation of an End-to-End Loop for Model-Verification by use of a slim CI/CD Pipeline. Creation of Docker-Images for use in AI-Infrastructure (cloud)
- Filing of Invention-Disclosures, stakeholder communication, documentation
- Optimization of the Model to make it fit on embedded Hardware
Tools used: Python (incl. Numpy, Pandas, Scikit-Learn, ..), TensorFlow, Keras, PyQt, Docker
Technical Lead - Software Engineering
BSH Hausgeräte GmbH
- Technical lead of an agile embedded Software-Team with SW-Developers, Product-Owners and Architects part of the global product software team
- Guided ongoing skills improvement for team members, emphasizing C++, domain knowledge, QT, testing, and methods
- [2019-2021] Technical Project-Manager for the Bosch Cookit. A pilot project for the concurrent development, establishment, integration and real-world testing of BSH's latest End-to-End Platform consisting of Backend-Systems, Apps and Embedded-Plattform
- [2021-2023] Product-Owner for NEFF Premium-Ovens Software. Coordination of distributed Software-Teams and suppliers (Vietnam, India, Germany), ~15 developers
- Development and alignment of QA-processes and verification strategies for product-software
Head of R&D and Laboratories
RECOM Engineering GmbH & Co KG
- Technical and disciplinary lead of the R&D department incuding dedicated Labs (EMC, Reliability Lab), with ca. 15 team members
- Acquisition and management of new strategic R&D Partners, of national and EU research projects (i.e. project GaNonCMOS)
- Project-Manager and technical lead for R&D projects in the field of smart power supplies
- Optimization of the workflow in the EMC and reliability lab for more efficient processing of re-certification programs
Group Leader Development
Lenzing Technik GmbH
- Technical and disciplinary lead (~12 developers) of the R&D-department responsible for Software and Hardware-Development in mechatronic Products
- Development and Advanced Development of different Research Projects, including nationally (FFG) and internationally funded research projects
- Customer project management with project teams up to 40 persons (international and interdisciplinary). Responsibilities ranging from the requirements-engineering to the the management of the life-cycle of series products
- Acquisition of new customers. Preparation of feasibility studies and tenders for external and internal customers. Acquisition of research fundings (>600ke)
- Conduction of (internal) reviews for quality assurance in R&D. Participation in the product certification process. Continual market observation and facilitation of idea workshops
R&D-Engineer for Embedded Software
W&H Dentalwerk Bürmoos GmbH
- Embedded Software R&D-Engineer and Project-Manager in the field of medical devices (ISO 62304). Responsible for external EMS-, Software and R&D-providers
- Research & Development in the area of mechatronic systems (i.e.: Dental-Laser, tooth-cleaning technologies, ...). Design of system-architectures for (Safety Critical) Mechatronic Products. Requirements Engineering. Feasibility-Studies. Software development on various platforms (uC, DSPs, ARM, x86)
- Establishment of test-automation using commercially available solutions. Participation in the product certification and risk assessment process
- Creation of presentations and reports for the executive management, customer surveys, market monitoring & market research
Scientific Assistant
Graz University of Technology | Siemens AG
Topics in Computer-Vision and Machine-Learning. Scientific Assistant at the Institute for Computer Graphics and Vision (Graz University of Technology, Austria)
Summary
As a seasoned Product Owner in R&D Software, I excel in leading cross-functional teams to develop cutting-edge solutions in computer vision, machine learning, and embedded systems. With a robust background in C++ and Python software development, I ensure high-quality standards and efficient bug resolution, while managing product backlogs to align with business objectives.
My expertise extends to advanced technology development in safety-critical systems, leveraging state-of-the-art deep learning methods for pattern recognition and data preparation. I have a proven track record in developing feature-engineered algorithms and implementing performance measures, optimizing models for embedded hardware.
I have led technical teams in agile environments, guiding skills improvement and coordinating distributed teams across global locations. My experience includes managing R&D departments, acquiring strategic partners, and optimizing workflows for efficient processing. With a strong foundation in mechatronics and business management, I bring a comprehensive approach to innovation and product development.
Languages
Education
University of Applied Sciences Upper Austria
Master's programme · Mechatronics and Business Management · Austria
Graz University of Technology
Dr.techn. · Computer Science · Austria
Graz University of Technology
Dipl.-Ing. · Telematics (Information Technology) · Austria · Graduated with honors
Certifications & licenses
Bosch Certified Product Enginneering
BSH Hausgeräte GmbH
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