Gopi A
Bangalore
Summary
Results-driven Associate Engineer III with a focus on triage and debugging, complemented by a solid foundation in power management and SOC validation. Skilled in utilizing Python for SOC debugging tasks. Proven track record of managing teams to optimize testing strategies, achieving superior results in demanding situations.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate Engineer III - Semiconductor Product Validation & Debug
US Technology International Pvt Limited
Bangalore
05.2021 - Current
- Managed end to end Triage and Debugging with Root cause Analysis and Promoting the bug to the development team to get the appropriate ingredient fix.
- Performed Power Management & Graphics Validation & Debug and trace across Windows-Based x86 platforms.
- Expertise in handling multiple debug interfaces such as Logic analyzer, Lecroy Protocol analyzer, Various PD analyzer, DCI, XDP, LTB.
- Gained hands-on Experience in Collecting Traces for multiple domain issues such as BIOS trace, USB Traces, Thunderbolt Traces, Graphics Traces (ETL), and PCIe Traces, Wireless reporting tool, Bluetooth trace, Lan trace.
- Performing WinDbg for debugging kernel-mode memory dumps using the WinDbg tool.
- Very good knowledge about test case validation and verify the bugs, And OS/BIOS/Firmware/IFWI flashing on different platforms / OEM and different methods.
- Performed Validation and debug on windows power states (S0, S3, S4, S5) with different devices and Configurations MS/CS.
- Interacted with Third-party vendors to obtain component fixes.
- Troubleshooted and resolved multiple domain issues, identifying root causes.
- Collaborated with ingredient team to resolve issues during Power ON and Pre and Post silicon validation Phases.
- Validation and Debug expert in Power management issue’s BSOD, hang, CAT error, no power on.
- Using PythonSV to establish OpenIPC connections with different debugging interfaces like BSSB-DCI, DBC cable, XDP, and Lauterbach Trace32 to target systems.
- Executed integration testing, Regression testing, and fault injection to verify design integrity and optimize performance.
- Very good knowledge in connectivity “WIFI and Bluetooth” test cases and debugging the issues.
- Applied knowledge of SOC architecture, Network-on-Chip, PCIe, and volatile (DDR4/DDR5) and non-volatile (Flash, EEPROM, SSD, NVMe).
- Employing WinDbg to troubleshoot various Windows OS-related issues such as BSOD crashes and soft & hard hangs.
- Experience in validating Customer End products of Intel processors like DELL, HP, LENOVO, and Micro-Soft.
- Good understanding of Intel Architecture and Windows Operating System.
- Comprehensive knowledge of CPU architecture, System ingredients, and hardware features.
- Very good Knowledge about Arduino Microcontroller and C switch Hardware setups and Software Configurations.
- Basic Graphics Domain Knowledge about Benchmarking, Analyzing the performance of the system using various Benchmarking Tools like 3D mark, PC mark, Mobile mark.
- Worked in 10 nm and currently on 7nm Processors of INTEL.
- Knowledge of analyzing Event viewer logs observation for specific issues, Adept knowledge in analyzing.
- Very good knowledge in stress & stability testing/debug: - DPMO [defects per million opportunities], DPMT [defects per million time] cycles execution using cycling tools.
- Expert in preparing technical BKMs for others References. Collecting and Analyzing debug logs using Python SV.
- Assisting domain owners in the creation of new test cases based on upcoming functional requirements.
Junior Engineer (Diagnostic)
Rising Star Mobiles India Private Limited (FOXCONN)
Chennai
11.2018 - 04.2021
- Conversant in Manual RF calibration and Power Level Tuning for LTE 4G, 5G, GSM, and WCDMA and skilled in 8086, AMD, and ARM architectures.
- Works as a TECHNICAL LEADER and handle group of 20 Engineers.
- Verification and testing of PCBA using advanced equipment like spectrum analyzers, signal generators, CMWS00, and digital oscilloscopes.
- Experience with power management ICs, CPUs, WiFi, and Bluetooth modules and comprehensive knowledge of BGA, LGA, 04, 02, and ASIC components.
- Analyzing BGA soldering defects like voids, solder shorts, and open joints using visual inspection, 3D X-ray machines, and microscopes.
- Provided on-the-job training to engineers and technicians on new products and supported documenting analysis reports for NPI MBs.
- Conducted failure analysis of manufactured boards (mobile phones) and addressing process issues and circulating Failure Analysis Reports (FAR) to relevant departments.
Debug Engineer at TRC (Tested Repair Center)
Vortex Engineering Pvt Ltd
Chennai
03.2017 - 11.2018
- Proficient in ATM motherboard CPU units, including Jetway dual core, 13, Quan Max, and Ibase and debugging CDM boards (Cash Dispenser Module) and CCM boards (Cartridge Controller Module), along with all electronic peripherals, motor driver boards, and sound controller boards.
- Conducted quality inspections for incoming boards, inspected the quality of all incoming material modules.
- Performed debug-level PCB SMT component analysis, conducted failure analysis on power supply units and ATM units and carried out final quality control in testing and assembling ATMs.
Testing Engineer-Testing & Assembly
Manatec Electronics Pvt Ltd
Puducherry
12.2015 - 03.2017
- Experience in Manufacturing and service boards for wheel aligners, wheel balance equipment, and pollution control 3D machines and skilled in debug and test controller boards, addressing service and warranty failures.
- Tested wheel aligners, oil temperature boards, and camera controller LED board.
- Inspected incoming vendor boards for quality assurance, and conducted final quality control in testing and assembling boards.
Apprentice Trainee
Renault Nissan Automotive India Pvt Ltd
Chennai
06.2014 - 06.2015
- Experience in assembling cars parts from production line and final quality inspection in all model cars.
- Expertise in GAUGE inspection from car door gap and flush and patrol inspection involving 5S SGA activities.
Education
Diploma - Electronics and Communication Engineering
Central Polytechnic College
Chennai12.2014
Skills
- Functional testing
- System level integration
- Performance testing
- SOC Validation
- Test plan development
- Test strategy
- Power management
- Triage and Debugging
- PCB failure analysis
- Data integrity
- Report generation
- Python programming
- Windows OS, X64
- PCIe
- SPI
- JTAG
- I2C
- Flashing Tool
- WLAN
- Multimeter, Oscilloscope
- Power supply unit
- Volatile RAM(DDR4,DDR5)
- Non volatile EEPROM,Flash memory -SSD, NVMe
- Debugging interfaces
- Windows debugging
- Validation testing
- Technical leadership
- Experience analyzing data
- Team collaboration
- Training and mentoring
- Hardware troubleshooting
Academic Chronicle
Diploma, Electronics and Communication Engineering, Central Polytechnic College, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, 06/01/14, 80%
Tool Expertise
- Python programming and Eclipse IDE
- Windows OS
- X64, PCIe, SPI, JTAG and I2C
- QUALCOMM TOOL - QRCT, QFDT
- XIAOMI - Flashing Tool, CAL, RFT and WLAN
- Vayo Pro, Cadence-Allegro physical viewer for DFM and NPI (PCB Design Analysis, and BOM data)
- Multimeter, Oscilloscope and Power supply unit
- Volatile (DDR4/DDR5) and non-volatile (Flash, EEPROM, SSD, NVMe)
Languages
English
Advanced (C1)
C1
Hindi
Beginner
A1
Accomplishments
Shining Star Award from UST.
Timeline
Associate Engineer III - Semiconductor Product Validation & Debug
US Technology International Pvt Limited
05.2021 - Current
Junior Engineer (Diagnostic)
Rising Star Mobiles India Private Limited (FOXCONN)
11.2018 - 04.2021
Debug Engineer at TRC (Tested Repair Center)
Vortex Engineering Pvt Ltd
03.2017 - 11.2018
Testing Engineer-Testing & Assembly
Manatec Electronics Pvt Ltd
12.2015 - 03.2017
Apprentice Trainee
Renault Nissan Automotive India Pvt Ltd
06.2014 - 06.2015
Diploma - Electronics and Communication Engineering
Central Polytechnic College