Avvailakshmi S
Lead Engineer
Bangalore
Summary
Seasoned Android HMI Lead with 12 years in automotive software development, specializing in Android Automotive Infotainment and HMI frameworks. Led architecture of modular, scalable, and production-ready Android applications, integrating telephony, Bluetooth, phonebook, and call features. Expertise in AOSP, Java, C++, QML, and system-level integration across diverse OEM projects.
Overview
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12
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years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Engineer
Bosch Limited
01.2022 - Current
- Project: Android Reference Apps – Suzuki DA3 Variant
- Utilized Jetpack Compose and Android Java for app development.
- Defined and implemented modular architecture enabling scalability and reusability across AOSP layers.
- Defined and implemented modular architecture that enhanced scalability and reusability across AOSP layers.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align OEM feature requirements with Android framework layers.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to effectively align OEM feature requirements with Android framework layers.
- Ensured high-quality releases by adhering to coding standards, conducting thorough testing, and optimizing performance.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to achieve project goals on time.
- Tech Stack: Jetpack Compose(Kotlin), Android Java, Git/Gerrit, DOORS, EA
Advanced Software Engineer – Infotainment (FCA Projects)
Aptiv TCI Pvt. Ltd.
07.2019 - 01.2022
- Tech Stack: QT/QML, C++, Plastic SCM, JIRA
- Led development of Radio & Media modules in diverse infotainment systems (5”, 7”, 8.4” displays).
- Developed seamless integration of Android Auto and Apple CarPlay for media management via Bluetooth and USB interfaces.
- Improved startup latency and resource optimization through efficient signal and event handling.
- Streamlined settings menus and system configurations for multiple infotainment variants.
Senior Software Engineer – BMW 2W iKombi Cluster
Robert Bosch Engineering and Business Solutions Pvt. Ltd.
01.2018 - 07.2019
- Developed and integrated core HMI components for BMW Motorrad TFT cluster.
- Developed and integrated core HMI components for BMW Motorrad TFT cluster, enhancing user interaction and visual clarity.
- Managed Vehicle, Display, and RaceTrack configuration screens, ensuring compliance with OEM UX guidelines and improving overall user experience.
- Delivered high-performance UI modules, achieving low CPU footprint and ensuring real-time responsiveness for optimal user interaction.
Systems Engineer – HMI Developer
Tata Consultancy Services (Jaguar Land Rover Project)
06.2014 - 12.2017
- Tech Stack: C/C++, GL Studio, Rhapsody, DOORS, ClearCase
- Developed and validated HMI features for seats, terrain response, and RSE modules, enhancing user interaction in JLR’s NGI platform.
- Designed CAN-based visualization and control systems for terrain and seat adjustments, improving system responsiveness and user experience.
- Contributed to model-based design and simulation validation with Rhapsody and GL Studio, ensuring accurate representation of HMI functionalities.
Education
Bachelor of Engineering - Electronics and Communication Engineering
Thiagarajar College of Engineering, Anna University
Madurai, India05-2014
Skills
- Languages: Java, C, C, QML, Rust, Kotlin (familiar)
- Frameworks/Tools: Android Studio, Jetpack Compose, QT, GL Studio, SceneComposer, Enterprise Architect, DOORS, Git/Gerrit, RTC, Canoe, Esys
Mentoring and coaching
Technical analysis
Product development
Accomplishments
- Best Implementation Award – Exposoft 2012
- Best Innovation Award – Whizard Hardware Contest, TCE Madurai
- IEEE Paper Publication: “Robust Plant Recognition Using Graph Cut Based Flower Segmentation and PHOG-based Feature Extraction”
- Certified LabVIEW Associate Developer (CLAD) – National Instruments
Timeline
Lead Engineer
Bosch Limited
01.2022 - Current
Advanced Software Engineer – Infotainment (FCA Projects)
Aptiv TCI Pvt. Ltd.
07.2019 - 01.2022
Senior Software Engineer – BMW 2W iKombi Cluster
Robert Bosch Engineering and Business Solutions Pvt. Ltd.
01.2018 - 07.2019
Systems Engineer – HMI Developer
Tata Consultancy Services (Jaguar Land Rover Project)
06.2014 - 12.2017
Bachelor of Engineering - Electronics and Communication Engineering
Thiagarajar College of Engineering, Anna University