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SAI GANESH MYNENI

Software/Firmware Engineer 3 @ HP | Team Lead | AI Enthusiast | Frontend Developer
Bangalore

Summary

Software/Firmware Engineer with over 5+ years of experience in embedded systems, frontend development, and AI-based innovation. Team Lead driving modern firmware development for printer platforms including inkjet, deskjet, and laserjet. Passionate about building scalable, AI-powered solutions and intuitive web interfaces. Seeking impactful roles in AI-driven product engineering and modern frontend architecture.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Specialist Software Engineer Firmware 3

HP Inc.
11.2024 - Current
  • Technical Lead for Embedded Web Server (EWS) firmware across inkjet, deskjet, and laserjet printers
  • Lead end-to-end planning, grooming, and sprint execution for Embedded Web Server (EWS) firmware across LaserJet, Smart Tank, and DeskJet printer lines.
  • Ensured all epic and bug deliveries met expected timelines without slipping fix versions, maintaining a consistent track record of reliability.
  • Oversaw grooming and coordination for firmware UI components spanning both new product introductions (NPI) and continuous product engineering (CPE).
  • Enhanced test automation and quality metrics by contributing to gTest integration and improving SonarQube coverage across modules.
  • Participated in the AIKYAM Hackathon, contributing toward AI-driven problem-solving in the firmware domain.
  • Drove cultural engagement through lab meeting organization and represented the team at internal events like HP Chat Day.
  • Collaborated with team and leadership to identify areas for improving bug reduction, code coverage, and developer productivity.
  • Proactively mentored teammates and helped drive focus toward innovation, scalability, and delivery discipline.

Intermediate Software Engineer Firmware 2

HP Inc.
11.2021 - 11.2024
  • Led firmware development and delivery across multiple printer families including inkjet, deskjet, and laserjet within the ARES 1.0 and 2.0 platforms.
  • Delivered multiple epics across firmware UI modules for EWS, with high-quality execution and on-time sprint completion.
  • Took proactive ownership of firmware dependencies (e.g., Dragonfly base) and unblocked team progress through multi-team collaboration.
  • Managed DUNE program features and contributed to both platform-specific and OEM deliverables (e.g., MMK, Beam).
  • Spearheaded the integration of SonarQube into the EWS codebase, improving code quality and visibility.
  • Resolved ARES 2.0 build system issues and brought up PDS (PHP/Perl-based offline dev environment) from scratch to support teams with limited connectivity.
  • Groomed, tracked, and delivered EWS epics across platforms like LEBI, Tassel, Dragonfly, Trillium, Leo, and Skyline with zero slippage.
  • Presented innovation-driven hackathon projects at the Master, Director, and RCB levels, including to executives like Ron and Mary Fish.
  • Designed and implemented a seamless localization strategy for ARES EWS, balancing UI complexity and backend constraints.
  • Filed 2 patents and published 1 defensive publication related to printer diagnostics and AI integration.
  • Regularly contributed to AI initiatives: completed IntelliLearn Phase 1, submitted a mini-project, and participated in AIKYAM and PSPS hackathons.
  • Mentored and onboarded team members (Sanmathi, Suparna, Nandita), identifying their strengths and aligning them with team goals.
  • Supported team continuity during bandwidth gaps and transitions, especially during extended team member leaves.
  • Served as Scrum Master, owning JIRA practices, driving accurate estimations, and enabling efficient planning.
  • Delivered 6 impactful presentations across levels: VOWs, hackathon reviews, and lab overviews.
  • Represented the R&D team in HP cultural and wellness initiatives: organized section outings, co-led RCB podcast, and participated in eco-trails and cricket tournaments.
  • Recognized by leaders including Binod, Leks, and the RCB leadership team for ownership, innovation, and team engagement.
  • Continuously demonstrated a growth mindset through mentoring, innovation participation, and ownership of AI and automation initiatives.

Entry Software Engineer Firmware 1

HP Inc.
12.2019 - 11.2021
  • Contributed to custom login development for a legacy printer platform, gaining hands-on experience in Embedded Web Server (EWS) architecture.
  • Delivered multiple feature stories and four major epics as part of EWS development for a new inkjet printer line, earning appreciation for quality and stability.
  • Maintained a strong bug-free record with nearly zero post-release issues across EWS modules.
  • Took initiative to lead junior engineers on Avenger and YOLO projects, supporting task delegation and delivery planning.
  • Appointed as Scrum Master; led sprint planning, reviews, and retrospectives to ensure delivery alignment and team coordination.
  • Mentored two new team members by providing knowledge transfers and practical training that accelerated their onboarding and productivity.
  • Initiated early contributions to the Darwin platform, supporting architecture expansion and modular firmware integration.
  • Demonstrated consistent growth mindset through independent learning and increased ownership of cross-team deliverables.

Programmer Analyst Trainee

Cognizant
06.2019 - 11.2019
  • Underwent foundational training in ASP.NET and ADO.NET, focusing on dynamic web application development.
  • Built a basic Hospital Management System web portal that showcased CRUD operations, user flows, and database integration using ASP.NET and ADO.NET.
  • Gained hands-on experience with front-end and back-end components of enterprise web systems.

Intern

Cognizant
01.2019 - 04.2019
  • Secured a top score in internal training assessments and moved directly into project work.
  • Built a tool in Java and Excel for database creation to support internal development for client Pfizer.

Education

B.Tech - Computer Science

Sathyabama University
01.2015 - 01.2019

Skills

Languages: JavaScript, C, Python, HTML, CSSFrontend: jQuery, Angular (basic),AI/ML: LLMs, prompt engineering, GitHub Copilot, RAGworkflows, AI AgentsTools: Git, VSCode, Linux, Jira, SharePoint, Shell, PHP,Perl

Publications and Hackathons

· Defensive Publication: AI-based printer diagnostics optimization. (https://www.tdcommons.org/dpubs_series/7087/)

· Hackathon Finalist: PSPS AI Hackathon; presented to HP global directors.

· AI Tracks: Completed IntelliLearn AI specialization; participated in AIKYAM innovation challenge.

Leadership And Highlights

  • Team Lead for firmware web interface EWS(Embedded Web Server ) across multiple printer platforms (Inktank, Deskjet, Laserjet).
  • Mentored freshers and lateral hires;
  • Core contributor to R&D Center Bangalore (RCB) oneSource Sharepoint portal for communications across RCB bangalore.
  • Represented HP in national-level wellness and cricket tournaments.
  • Hackathon contributor, community lead, and team building event organizer.
  • Winners at badminton mixed doubles tournament in HP.

Timeline

Specialist Software Engineer Firmware 3

HP Inc.
11.2024 - Current

Intermediate Software Engineer Firmware 2

HP Inc.
11.2021 - 11.2024

Entry Software Engineer Firmware 1

HP Inc.
12.2019 - 11.2021

Programmer Analyst Trainee

Cognizant
06.2019 - 11.2019

Intern

Cognizant
01.2019 - 04.2019

B.Tech - Computer Science

Sathyabama University
01.2015 - 01.2019

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