Akshay Ashok Udpikar
Bangalore
Summary
Experienced Embedded Software and Engineering Manager with 20+ years in Semiconductor and Automotive domains. Specialized in low-level hardware-software interfacing, complex driver development, and embedded firmware for Microcontrollers and SoCs. Proven ability to lead teams delivering silicon-proven software solutions aligned with ASPICE and Functional Safety (ISO 26262) standards.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Engineering Manager – Automotive Products Group (APG)
Microchip Technologies India Pvt. Ltd.
Bangalore
12.2017 - Current
- Led a 15+ member team delivering low-level software and complex peripheral drivers for Automotive and Industrial Microcontrollers (ARM Cortex M0+/M4/M7, dsPIC, Cortex A5)
- Delivered production-grade software modules for SPI, I2C, CAN, Ethernet, ADC, Timers supporting silicon validation
- Collaborated with silicon design teams to align firmware with hardware specifications and validation requirements
- Supported post-silicon validation and debug, ensuring seamless hardware-software integration
- Delivered AUTOSAR Classic solutions (Vector, Elektrobit), ensured ASPICE Level 2 and ISO 26262 ASIL-B compliance
- Managed third-party suppliers, project budgets, and direct customer interactions
Principal Engineer – Automotive Products Group (APG)
Microchip Technologies India Pvt. Ltd.
Bangalore
04.2016 - 12.2017
- Established and led an internal embedded software team focused on platform layer and driver development
- Defined development processes, version control (GIT/Bitbucket), and test frameworks
Technical Manager – Automotive Infotainment
Wipro Technologies
Bangalore
01.2012 - 04.2016
- Managed 20+ engineers delivering infotainment software components for Japanese Tier-1 automotive systems
- Led Bluetooth stack development (HFP, A2DP, AVRCP, MAP, PBAP) on Linux/QNX platforms
- Designed and implemented MOST Application Layer and Diagnostics for Audio and Communication
- Set up build environments, GIT SCM, and automated test frameworks (CPPUnit, Robot Test Framework)
- Completed Project Lead Certification Program (PLCP)
Technical Lead
Hewlett Packard IPG R&D Hub
Bangalore
07.2010 - 12.2011
- Led defect triaging and fixes for Digital Send Software (C# on Windows CE) in multifunction printers
- Enhanced scan-to-email, fax, and copy features while collaborating with global teams
Senior Software Engineer – Automotive Embedded Systems
Robert Bosch Engineering & Business Solutions
Bangalore
06.2004 - 07.2010
- Specialized in Low-Level Drivers, microcoding for TPU/eTPU, powertrain systems, and Flash memory drivers
- Developed TPU microcode for RFID-based Immobilizer communication (Suzuki Japan)
- Built eTPU environment, Engine Position Management (EPM), and Injection Valve Drivers for GM GEN3
- Designed Internal Flash Drivers for MPC5674 supporting parallel operations (Cummins US)
- Created MAKE/Build environments, checksum patching, and linker scripting
- Developed SPI Bootloader drivers for external watchdogs
- Delivered Flash test frameworks for NOR Flash validation
- Implemented real-time PWM Input Capture and Crank Signal Replication for engine simulation
- 6-month Germany assignment supporting powertrain projects
Education
B.E. - Electronics & Communication
NMAMIT Nitte (VTU)
01.2004
Pre-University - PCM
Sarda Vilas College Mysore
01.2000
Skills
- Semiconductor and SoC Expertise
- Development of low-level peripheral drivers
- Interfaces: ADC
- PWM
- DMA
- SPI
- I2C
- CAN
- Ethernet
- Flash memory drivers (NOR, NAND)
- Hardware-software interaction
- Post-silicon validation
- Customer support
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Microcontrollers: PIC18
- DsPIC
- SAM
- ARM Cortex M0/M4/M7/A5
- Freescale MPC56x
- Domains: Semiconductor
- Powertrain
- Infotainment
- Motor Control
- Digital Power
- RFID
- Protocols: AUTOSAR Classic
- MOST
- K-Line
- RTOS/OS: QNX
- Linux
- ERCOS
- Windows CE
- Languages: C
- C
- Python
- VB
- TPU/eTPU Assembly
- Tools: TRACE32
- QDE
- Enterprise Architect
- GIT
- Bitbucket
- LDRA
- JIRA
- Processes: ASPICE
- ISO 26262 (ASIL-B)
- Agile
- V-Model
- Team building
- Mentoring
- Technical coaching
- Vendor management
- Outsourcing
- Stakeholder engagement
- Risk assessment
- Budgeting
- Resource planning
- Customer interfacing
- Pre-sales technical support
Certifications Trainings
- ASPICE and ISO 26262 (Functional Safety)
- Emotional Intelligence, Negotiation, and Quality Process Training
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 06/18/82
- Marital Status: Married
Hobbies and Interests
- Reading
- Table Tennis
- Strength Training
Projects
Developed TPU microcode for RFID-based Immobilizer communication (Suzuki Japan). Built eTPU environment, Engine Position Management (EPM), and Injection Valve Drivers for GM GEN3. Designed Internal Flash Drivers for MPC5674 supporting parallel operations (Cummins US). Created MAKE/Build environments, checksum patching, and linker scripting. Developed SPI Bootloader drivers for external watchdogs. Delivered Flash test frameworks for NOR Flash validation. Implemented real-time PWM Input Capture and Crank Signal Replication for engine simulation. 6-month Germany assignment supporting powertrain projects.
Recognitions Awards
- Leadership Stock Grant at Microchip for outstanding contributions
- Appreciations from Ford US, Suzuki Japan, and Bosch Germany
- Completed Microchip P1 & P2 Leadership Pipeline Program
- Project Lead Certification (Wipro)
Leadership Management
- Team building, mentoring, and technical coaching
- Vendor management, outsourcing, stakeholder engagement
- Risk assessment, budgeting, and resource planning
- Customer interfacing and pre-sales technical support
Timeline
Engineering Manager – Automotive Products Group (APG)
Microchip Technologies India Pvt. Ltd.
12.2017 - Current
Principal Engineer – Automotive Products Group (APG)
Microchip Technologies India Pvt. Ltd.
04.2016 - 12.2017
Technical Manager – Automotive Infotainment
Wipro Technologies
01.2012 - 04.2016
Technical Lead
Hewlett Packard IPG R&D Hub
07.2010 - 12.2011
Senior Software Engineer – Automotive Embedded Systems
Robert Bosch Engineering & Business Solutions
06.2004 - 07.2010
B.E. - Electronics & Communication
NMAMIT Nitte (VTU)
Pre-University - PCM
Sarda Vilas College Mysore
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