Akshaya Sathiyanarayanan
System Engineer (Automotive)
Bengaluru
Summary
Dynamic Systems Engineer specializing in L2/L3 driving and L2/L4 autonomous parking. Expert in DNG‑driven requirement authoring, behavior modeling, interface definition, and state‑machine optimization. Adept at driving feasibility discussions and technical alignment with software teams, ECU suppliers, and diagnostics developers ensuring the delivery of safe, reliable, and production‑ready ADAS features. Recognized for implementing workflow enhancements and tooling (such as automated signal lookup templates) that significantly streamline engineering processes and reduce development effort.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Systems Engineer
Mercedes‑Benz Research & Development India
09.2023 - Current
- System Function Owner for L2/L3 driving and L2/L4 autonomous parking functions, including Park Collision Detection, Park Sign Assist, and Mercedes‑Benz–specific coordination features such as Camera Protection Flap, Exterior Mirrors, and Exterior Lighting behavior during automated maneuvers.
- Create, refine, and manage system & component requirements using DNG (DOORS Next) with full traceability, ensuring alignment with vehicle‑level targets, safety goals, and performance KPIs.
- Design functional & system architectures, develop state‑machines, define interfaces, and review supplier designs for feasibility, compliance, and integration readiness.
- Support ASPICE‑aligned development and work within the V‑Model lifecycle across requirement definition, functional design, implementation alignment, and validation phases.
- Drive cross‑functional alignment across software, hardware, diagnostics, integration, and validation teams to translate vehicle‑level requirements into actionable system designs, ensuring full feature realization through System, HiL, and Vehicle validation cycles.
- Lead defect analysis and root‑cause investigations, collaborating with component teams and suppliers to ensure timely corrective actions and robust feature behavior.
- Implement internal process improvements, including creation of Easy Signal Lookup, a tool that automates ADAS signal‑attribute retrieval and DNG template creation, improving requirement authoring efficiency and consistency across teams.
Software Engineer
ROBERT BOSCH ENGINEERING AND BUSINESS SOLUTIONS (BGSW)
07.2017 - 01.2021
- Contributed to global OEM programs (BYD, CHERY, GEELY, Toyota, and others) by delivering software functions for core safety and chassis systems.
- Developed and enhanced application software for AVH (Automatic Vehicle Hold), EPB (Electronic Parking Brake), ABS, ESP, and Driver Assistance features, ensuring reliable and production‑ready functionality.
- Performed requirement analysis, functional implementation, unit testing, and integration support, ensuring alignment with OEM specifications and Bosch development standards.
- Gained hands‑on experience with AUTOSAR‑based architectures, calibration workflows, and embedded software development for safety‑critical systems.
- Worked in accordance with ASPICE process requirements and applied ISO 26262 Functional Safety principles for feature behavior, diagnostics, and fail‑safe handling.
- Supported cross‑domain engineering teams with debugging, issue resolution, and feature optimization during development and validation phases.
Education
BACHELOR OF ENGINEERING - ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONICS ENGINEERING
COIMBATORE INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY
COIMBATORE, TAMIL NADU 04.2001 -
Skills
Requirements Engineering (DNG, JIRA, Confluence, Atlassian)
System & Functional Architecture Design
Communication Protocols (CAN, Ethernet, SOME/IP)
System / HiL / Vehicle Validation
ASCET, Simulink, CANoe, ADTF
Functional Safety (ISO 26262), ASIL Standards, ASPICE
ADAS Feature Behavior (L2–L4)
C/C basics
Cross-functional coordination & supplier management
Timeline
Systems Engineer
Mercedes‑Benz Research & Development India
09.2023 - Current
Software Engineer
ROBERT BOSCH ENGINEERING AND BUSINESS SOLUTIONS (BGSW)
07.2017 - 01.2021
BACHELOR OF ENGINEERING - ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONICS ENGINEERING
COIMBATORE INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY
04.2001 -