Gobi Durairaj

Agile/Technical coach for In Vehicle Infotainment solution, responsible for two Agile Release train DevSecOps delivery.

Built YOCTO Based Image for Linux Based ECUs, and tested using QEMU in Virtual Environment.

Developing CANoe Simulation, and VT Based Functional and Non Functional Testing.

Contributed in Android UI Automation Testing.

Working on Automotive CyberSecurity – Blackduck scanning, TARA Analysis.

• Www.vestas.com TEAM SIZE: 15.
• Achieved Agile Transformation in project teams by coaching, mentoring agile practices (TDD, BDD, CI/CD) and tools as needed to implement Agile/SAFe based on project complexity and nature.
• Providing Technical, Project Leadership to Module (PPC) and End to End Product Level Testing from requirement to production enabling faster time to market and postproduction support.
• KEY ACCOMPLISHMENT:.
• Executed Wind Energy End to End System Testing for various generation of product line (SCADA, Power Plant Controller, Hybrid Controllers - Energy Storage and Photovoltaic, Wind Turbine Systems).
• Automation Framework development and deployment for Power Plant Controller using C# interface with Allen Bradley PLC, Kepware OPC Server, Vestas Internal Tools.
• Archived 40 % Cost Saving in Lab Procurement Activities by collaboration with Supply Chain Management.
• Facilitated conflict resolution within teams to maintain momentum towards project goals
• Aligned product roadmaps with strategic objectives through close collaboration with senior leadership teams
• Mentored junior team members on Agile best practices, fostering collaboration and growth within team
• Coordinated cross-team dependencies effectively, ensuring smooth progress throughout project lifecycle
• Increased stakeholder satisfaction by providing timely status reports and incorporating feedback into project iterations

• www.satyamventure.com TEAM SIZE: 20.
• Guided Automotive Embedded Electronics Development Team to complete transition to Agile from Waterfall methodologies, being example for rest of departments to become Agile Management teams.
• Provided the Technical Leadership to the Automotive Electronics System Verification & Validation Team to execute the activities in Labcar Environment.
• KEY ACCOMPLISHMENT:.
• Built, mentored team of 10 members and deployed them at various international OEM customer sites as consultants.
• Negotiated contracts with vendors, securing favorable terms that benefited the organization''s bottom line.
• Collaborated with cross-departmental teams in developing cohesive strategies aimed at achieving long-term organizational goals.

• www.caterpillar.com TEAM SIZE: 15.
• Achieved Agile Transformation in project and product teams by coaching, mentoring various agile practices and tools as needed to implement Scrum and Kanban based on project complexity and nature.
• Provided Technical and Project leadership to Electronic Control Unit (ECU) Testing using HIL environment, simulating various field conditions within test lab yielding cost of 25% across multiple CAT Product lines.
• Designed, Built, and Implemented Hardware in Loop testing using dSPACE for Machine Software Validation Team at CAT India by collaborating with cross-functional global teams including suppliers (Infosys, L&T, HCL, ARI).
• Improved product quality with QA processes by aligning lifecycle, management team, documentation and release phases in directing internal team with development and validation (go live) Teams in USA, UK, and China.
• Minimized field failure count (less than 3) and downtime (less than 8 hours) through extensive enhanced test coverage, effective resource allocation and timeline management by collaboration with a globally distributed team.
• Enhanced employee integration by mentoring and training team to develop necessary success skills for HIL testing life cycle activities from requirement gathering to project closure.
• KEY ACCOMPLISHMENT:.
• Implemented Hardware in Loop testing using dSPACE for Machine Software Validation Team.
• Executed one Six Sigma Green Belt Project on “Machine Validation execution in HIL lab environment” and improved system and subsystem testing test coverage from 10% to 85%.
• Championed best practices in software development, contributing to a culture of continuous improvement within the organization.
• Streamlined workflow with the development of automated tools, reducing project completion time significantly.
• Managed multiple concurrent projects, ensuring timely delivery of all milestones without compromising quality or scope.
• Contributed significantly towards cost reduction efforts by identifying opportunities for material savings and negotiating favorable pricing agreements with vendors.
• Spearheaded initiatives aimed at streamlining internal communication processes, leading to improved productivity among team members.

• www.volvo.com TEAM SIZE: 10.
• Transformed from work package support to Global Instrument Cluster Verification and Validation responsible for Volvo Brands (Volvo Truck Corporation, Volvo Truck North America, MACK, Renault, Nissan and VM Brazil).
• Improved results by providing technical as well as project leadership to global verification and validation team to execute activities and managing all phases of automotive software development.
• KEY ACCOMPLISHMENT:.
• Executed VM brand system verification and validation project at Volvo India from scratch.
• Championed continuous improvement initiatives within organization by identifying areas for process enhancements and implementing best practices consistently across projects.
• Mentored junior team members to enhance their technical skills and ensure timely task completion.

www.visteon.com TEAM SIZE: 20.

• Achieved Functional and Non-Functional testing initiatives for Ford OEM Instrument Cluster Software by doing Requirement review, Test case development, executing the Functional, Vehicle Network and Diagnostic Testing, Defect logging, Test Report preparation, and customer collaboration for the product launch.