Dhanashree Deshpande
Bengaluru
Summary
Results-driven Technical Specialist with proven skills in autonomous driving validation and perception fusion testing. Expertise in automation framework design and KPI evaluation, enhancing validation efficiency in closed-loop simulations. Innovative Technical Specialist with extensive experience in closed-loop simulations and perception fusion testing. Skilled in implementing robust automation frameworks and executing validation scenarios, contributing to safety-critical ADAS projects and improving efficiency in validation processes.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Technical Specialist
Continental Automotive India Pvt. Ltd
Bengaluru
05.2022 - Current
- Created CDI data and validation scenarios to support mid-level and low-level fusion projects.
- Deployed perception-supporting capabilities like SRR520, Sensor Lanes, and partial V2X in CLS environments.
- Engineered CLS–SIL automation with CarMaker ScriptControl, increasing validation efficiency
- Facilitated safety-critical EBA and FCW testing while ensuring KPI and DOORS compliance.
- Implemented strong automation and evaluation frameworks aligned with Closed loop systems.
- Executed virtual sensor simulations to enhance perception and fusion robustness testing
- Developed and implemented test plans for Vehicle Dynamics plausibility checks utilizing dSPACE Truck Models.
Senior Software Engineer
KPIT Technologies Ltd.
Bengaluru
06.2018 - 05.2022
- Executed simulations and validation of ADAS controllers within SIL and MIL frameworks
- Utilized CarMaker, Applied Intuition, and CARLA to design comprehensive simulation scenarios.
- Engineered ADAS validation algorithms in both MATLAB and C++ environments
- Adapted FOT object data for OpenX standards through Python programming
- Streamlined automated validation for ACC, LKAS, LVF, TJP, and OVT capabilities
- Executed migration of test case scenarios across platforms leveraging Python
Education
Bachelor of Engineering - Electronics And Communications Engineering
BV Bhoomaraddi College of Engg And Tech
Bengaluru06-2018
Skills
Technical expertise
- Programming: MATLAB, Simulink, Python, C and Tcl/Tk
- Simulation tools: IPG CarMaker, Applied Intuition (SIMIAN), CARLA and dSPACE ControlDesk & ModelDesk
- Standards: OpenX (OpenDRIVE, OpenSCENARIO) and FOT Object Lists
- ADAS features: ACC, LKAS, LVF, TJP, OVT, EBA, FCW and V2X
Core competencies
- Autonomous driving validation
- Perception fusion testing
- Closed-loop simulations
- SIL and MIL methodologies
- Scenario development and migration strategies
- KPI evaluation techniques
- Virtual sensor modeling expertise
- Automation framework design principles
- Requirements traceability with DOORS
Languages
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Hindi
Advanced (C1)
C1
Kannada
Native
Native
Marathi
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2
Accomplishments
High Customer Satisfaction (CSAT) recognition
Timeline
Technical Specialist
Continental Automotive India Pvt. Ltd
05.2022 - Current
Senior Software Engineer
KPIT Technologies Ltd.
06.2018 - 05.2022
Bachelor of Engineering - Electronics And Communications Engineering
BV Bhoomaraddi College of Engg And Tech