Rudrappa Jangama Shetti
Bangalore
Summary
Strategic Engineering Leader & Director with 17 years of excellence in Automotive Embedded Software and Systems Engineering. Program & Project Management for global programs across ADAS, Cybersecurity (ISO 21434), and Functional Safety (ISO 26262). Adept at bridging the gap between complex technical roadmaps and corporate business objectives. Specialize in scaling cross-functional teams, optimizing system architectures (Autosar/FOTA), and delivering high-stakes Tier-1 and OEM initiatives that drive market leadership.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Business Head & Director-Systems Engg
IAST Software Solutions
Bangalore
12.2025 - Current
- As Business Head,Develop and drive strong technical and commercial engagement within the target OEM and Tier-1 accounts in the field of ECU System & Software development.
- Establish and maintain personal contact with key customer decision makers at the highest level to provide effective information flow.
- Identify new customer projects, propose technical solutions, manage negotiations towards WIN/WIN outcomes, and maintain support throughout the product development cycle.
- Focus on acquisition of Autonomous driving, Central Gateways, Battery management projects which includes AUTOSAR, Adaptive Autosar, QNX, ISO 26262, ISO 21434, verification and validation activities.
- Develop appropriate product proposals for the customer and co-ordinate an optimum support.
- Understand the customer ‘s business strategy, opportunities and issues, short-term and long-term.
- Understand formal & informal hierarchy, decision makers, collecting insights at customers.
- Effective delegation and coordination of logistic/quality issues to the relevant people within organization.
- As Director- System Engg ,Lead the engineering team in the development and software and hardware integration of ADAS technologies
- Oversee the System design and architecture of vehicle systems, ensuring that ADAS components are integrated effectively and efficiently
- Develop and implement comprehensive verification and validation strategies to ensure ADAS systems meet all safety and performance requirements.
- Ensure all ADAS designs comply with industry standards and regulatory requirements, developing safety cases and managing safety protocols.
- Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery and quality of ADAS solutions.
- Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing engineering team, fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment.
Program & Senior Project Manager
Bosch Global Software Technologies
Bangalore, India
06.2023 - Current
- As Program Manager, Directed deployment of MiDAS, boosting software development productivity.
- 2 years of AI/ML experience
- Contribution towards MVPs and scaling of use cases
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to expand MiDAS penetration.
- Organised Tech Days events at the organisational level to enhance GenAI-MiDAS awareness.
- As Senior Project Manager - CyberSecurity ,Managed development and validation processes for automotive cybersecurity software.
- Ensured project commitments by aligning efforts with programme managers, engineers, and various stakeholders.
- Managed personnel and facilitated career growth for team members.
- Responsible for goal setting, performance reviews, and development of team members.
- Facilitated project alignment with ISO 21434 cybersecurity standards.
- Developed a cybersecurity plan, concepts, TARA, and supporting artefacts.
- Guided project development aligning with ISO 24089 and UN R156 standards.
- Engaged in cybersecurity workgroups to facilitate process enhancement.
- Support features such as Secure Diagnostics, Secure Boot, Intrusion Detection System (Network & Host), Firewall (CAN, Ethernet, Diagnostics), Secure Logging, Key Management, and Secure Communication.
- Worked on the Intrusion Detection System proof of concept (PoC) for the Gateway control unit and delivered it to the 2WP Yamaha project.
- Worked on strategic topics, e.g. Ethernet firewall, intrusion detection system, and EV charging security (ISO 15118-20).
Technical Project Manager
Bosch Global Software Technologies
Bangalore, India
06.2021 - 05.2023
- Lead Radar and DASy ECU Flash Bootloader SW development and validation for China, India, the EU, and NA OEMs.
- Project proposals for project acquisitions.
- Infineon T39x and TC35x. Protocols such as CAN, CAN-FD, Ethernet, UDS on CAN, and DOIP are supported in the bootloader.
- Led team of 30 engineers across China and India.
- Ensured goals for cost, quality, and delivery were consistently met.
- Coordinated with stakeholders to align goals and objectives across various locations.
- Ensured compliance of software releases with established project timelines.
- Streamlined CI/CD operations through Jenkins implementation.
- Managed daily operations to enhance team knowledge and skill development.
- Served as the primary escalation contact for project and business queries.
Product Development Engineer
Robert Bosch Gmbh
Stuttgart, Germany
10.2018 - 05.2021
- CUBAS AUTOSAR 4.2 MemStack development in accordance with ASPICE standards.
- Flash driver development for microcontrollers. Renesas, Infineon (TC2X, 3X, 4X), and ST driver development for internal flash and external flash memory.
- Board bring-up activities for different automotive microcontrollers (Infineon, NXP, Renesas, and ST) for host and HSM cores.
- Maintain device drivers for older microcontrollers.
- Perl scripting for FLS configuration and unit testing of FLS drivers using CANTATA.
- Develop automation tests for the functional testing of FLS drivers.
- TASKING, GNU, and GHS linker scripting for memory handling. Completed ASPICE software development.
System Architect
APTIV Gmbh
Gummersbach,Cologne, Germany
01.2018 - 09.2018
- Requirements discussions with stakeholders (HPAD and MPAD ECUs).
- Analyse and review system requirements with requirements engineers (SYS.2).
- Developing and documenting system architecture.
- Modelling System Architecture (SYS.3) for on-board and off-board communication, microcontrollers, and on-board communication protocols: SPI, I2C, and MIPI CSI2. Off-board communication protocols: CAN, FlexRay, LIN, and Ethernet.
- Modelling system architecture for computer vision applications, i.e., Cameras, serialiser, de-serialiser, MIPI/CSI2, and Mobileye EyeQ5 microcontrollers.
Software Integrator
APTIV Gmbh
Gummersbach,Cologne, Germany
04.2017 - 12.2017
- Development of infrastructure and SW build environment.
- Batch file scripting, Perl scripting for the build environment.
- Integrate Infineon MCAL and Vector BSW into the existing build environment.
- MCAL configuration using TRESOS.
- BSW configuration and design using Da Vinci Configurator and Developer, ECU extract integration, and RTE configuration.
- Configuration of the base software and development of software components.
- Worked on Aurix TC29xD and TC39xD safety microcontrollers. Worked on diagnostics over IP.
Senior Software Engineer
Robert Bosch Engineering and Business Solutions
Bangalore, India
01.2012 - 02.2017
- Implemented Customer specific NvRAM Manager for ZF8HP transmission control unit for BMW Project.
- Developed Level 2 monitoring software adhering to EGAS and ISO 26262 safety standards.
- Implemented Continuous Torque Monitoring for emerging markets, European, and US OEMs at Robert Bosch Engineering India.
- Quality assurance and validation by performing vehicle tests, FMEA, and DRBFM.
- Worked with Lean Management methodologies and an Agile work environment.
Firmware Developer
Delopt Electronics
Bangalore, India
12.2010 - 01.2012
- Developed firmware and application software for the multi-function control panel of the Light Combat Aircraft.
- Developed firmware and application software for the Automatic Target Tracker system for Arjun Mk-II Battle tanks.
- Developed device drivers for Black Finn and Sharc DSPs in C language.
- Worked on video capturing, tracking algorithms, and display systems.
- Develop test applications and GUIs using VC++.
- Test and debug the firmware.
Contract Engineer
Gas Turbine and Research Establishment
Bangalore , India
10.2009 - 09.2010
- Performed project-related tasks assigned in GTRE.
Education
Post Graduate Program - Artificial Intelligence for Leaders
University of Texas
Austin2025
Professional Certificate Program - Cybersecurity - Red Team
IIT
Kanpur, UP09.2024
PG Level Advanced Certification Program - VLSI Chip Design
IISc
Bangalore, India02.2023
Bachelors - Electronics and Communication
Visvesvaraya Technological University
India01.2009
Skills
- Programme Management
- Technical Leadership
- Automotive Cybersecurity
- ADAS Systems Development
- Team and Stakeholder Management
- Device driver development
- Project Management
- Budgeting
- Risk Management
- People management
- Operations Management
- Process Improvement
- Proof of Concepts (PoC)
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Presentation and public speaking
Personal Information
- Passport Number: U6610956
- Date of birth: 09/04/87
- Nationality: Indian
WEBSITES
https://de.linkedin.com/in/rudrappa
Profssional Summary
- Currently Business Head & Director-System Engineering at IAST Software Solutions..
- Experienced Program & Senior Project Manager in Automotive embedded SW and System engineering, specializing in Cybersecurity, Base SW, FUSA, Devices Drivers & ADAS.
- Worked on projects in India (11 years) and Germany (6 years).
- 5 years of People management experience in a matrix organization.
- Proven ability to lead and manage engineering teams
- Leading rollout of Gen-AI based Program Mobility Developer Assistance System (MiDAS) Usecases, to increase software development efficiency in departments.
- Leading and Managing Cybersecurity SW development and validation, ensuring compliance with ISO-21434 and UN-R155 standards.
- Successfully managed the development and validation of Flash Bootloader SW for Radar and DASy ECU for leading OEMs across global locations.
- Experienced with Agile methodologies including SCRUM, and skilled in project planning, risk management, and stakeholder communication.
- Proficient in various Automotive technologies, including Autosar, Cybersecurity, Flash Bootloaders, FOTA and multi-core microcontrollers (Infineon Aurix, NXP, ST).
- Software development and Architecture definition for Classic/Adaptive Autosar for ADAS projects.
- Experienced in ASW development for Functional Safety applications.
- Developed firmware and application software for the multi-function control panel Light Combat Aircraft, demonstrating experience in safety-critical embedded systems.
- Designed and implemented firmware and application software for the Automatic Target Tracker system in Arjun Mk-II Battle Tanks
- Strong technical background with knowledge of C, C++, Python and CAPL, and experience with tools like Jenkins for CI/CD.
TECHNICAL SKILLS
- Cybersecurity
- ADAS
- Autosar
- Embedded Systems
- Driver Development
- Embedded C,C++
- Python,Perl
- Flash Bootloader
- System Architecture
- Software Development
- Infineon Aurix
- Generative AI
- MemStack
- ISO26262
- ISO21434
- SysML,UML
SOFT SKILLS
- Team Leadership
- Communication
- Mentorship
- Problem Solving
- Negotiation
- Conflict Resolution
- Adaptability
- Time Management
- Build Self Organizing team
PROGRAM
- MiDAS (Gen-AI based Mobility Developer Assistance System)
PROJECTS
- Cybersecurity SW Development & Security Series Testing
- Flash Bootloader SW Development & Validation (Radar & DASy)
- AUTOSAR MemStack SW Development
- Telematics Control Unit
- Gateway Control Unit
- High Platform Automated Driving (HPAD) Control Unit
- MiD Platform Automated Driving (MPAD) Control Unit
- Transmission Control Unit TDG1
- Engine Control Unit
- Multi Front Up Front Control Unit
- Automatic Target Tracker
Accomplishments
- Nominated for Best Mentor 2022
- ACE Performer Award 2021
- Flash Bootloader - Paramount Project 2021
- Achieved ASPICE Level2 in the Assessment.
Certification
- Generative AI Overview for Project Managers (PMI)
- Project Management Professional (PMI-PMP)
- Bosch Project Management Qualification-D (PMQ-D)
- Bosch Project Management Qualification-E (PMQ-E)
- Functional Safety Engineer Level-1(TUV-SUD)
- Project Management for Beginners (Project Management Institute)
- SysML and Enterprise Architect (Sparx Systems Gmbh)
- AUTOSAR4.0 Basic Workshop (Vector Infromatik Gmbh)
- ISO26262: Functional Safety (Delphi Deutschland Gmbh)
- ISAQB Certified Professional for Software Architecture- Foundation Level (Methods Park Gmbh)
- CanOE/Canalyzer. Ethernet Workshop (Vector Infromatik Gmbh)
- CANTATA: Unit Testing (QA Systems Gmbh)
- EB Corbos Adaptive Autosar (Elektrobit Gmbh)
HOBBIES and interests
- Stay updated on upcoming technologies and learn.
- Follow Formula1 and Moto GP Championship.
- Playing Badminton and Cricket.
- Reading Books and Nurturing youngsters.
Languages
English
Proficient
C2
Hindi
Proficient
C2
Kannada
Upper Intermediate
B2
German
Elementary
A2
Timeline
Business Head & Director-Systems Engg
IAST Software Solutions
12.2025 - Current
Program & Senior Project Manager
Bosch Global Software Technologies
06.2023 - Current
Technical Project Manager
Bosch Global Software Technologies
06.2021 - 05.2023
Product Development Engineer
Robert Bosch Gmbh
10.2018 - 05.2021
System Architect
APTIV Gmbh
01.2018 - 09.2018
Software Integrator
APTIV Gmbh
04.2017 - 12.2017
Senior Software Engineer
Robert Bosch Engineering and Business Solutions
01.2012 - 02.2017
Firmware Developer
Delopt Electronics
12.2010 - 01.2012
Contract Engineer
Gas Turbine and Research Establishment
10.2009 - 09.2010
Post Graduate Program - Artificial Intelligence for Leaders
University of Texas
Professional Certificate Program - Cybersecurity - Red Team
IIT
PG Level Advanced Certification Program - VLSI Chip Design
IISc
Bachelors - Electronics and Communication
Visvesvaraya Technological University