Sundhar Asokan
PRODUCT OWNER - TECHNICAL LEAD
Bengaluru
Summary
Dynamic Embedded Systems expert specializing in IVI, navigation, and audio technologies, including CarPlay and iAP2. Proficient in Linux, RTOS, and device drivers, with extensive experience in communication protocols such as USB, I2C, SPI, UART, and I2S-TDM. Strong foundation in software architecture and project management, complemented by three years of international experience in Germany. Committed to fostering high-quality software development through a deep understanding of debugging tools, middleware, and platform programming for IVI systems while excelling in mentoring and customer interaction.
Devotes time to yoga and Carnatic Vocal Music promoting self discovery and inner balance.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
5
5
Languages
3
3
Certificates
Work History
Technical Lead
Bosch Global Software Technologies
10.2025 - Current
- Initiate Audio Base Software for production and design verification process.
- Knowledge of Qualcomm Snap Dragon SOC within Linux Bare metal Apertis Pro Operating System.
- Proficiency in Kernel Device Tree setup.
- Proficiency in Audio configuration with Elite and Audio Reach frameworks.
- Proficiency with Qualcomm tools including QACT, QFIL
- Engineered audio component testing processes for hardware peripherals such as ADC, DAC, A2B, TDM, and I2S.
- Guided junior developers with regular 1-on-1 meetings, delivering advice on best practices, coding standards, and professional growth pathways.
- Partnered with QA, DevOps, and Support departments to optimize seamless software delivery workflow.
- Executed strategies for continuous integration and deployment, accelerating release cycles and fortifying application reliability.
- Cultivated close client relationships during project life cycles for precise progress tracking and timely issue management.
Product Owner - Audio
Bosch Global Software Technologies
10.2023 - 10.2025
- Managed communication channels with OEM customers for audio-related matters.
- Managed backlog grooming and task prioritization for development team.
- Coordinated with various teams to resolve interdependencies.
- Developed understanding of diverse domains including power and life cycle management.
- Debugged External Amplifiers interfaced via A2B and MCAN protocols.
- Device Tree, Digital Audio Interface (DAI), and ALSA configuration support.
Tech Lead - Apple Carplay IAP2
Bosch Global Software Technologies
01.2017 - 09.2023
- Managed iAP2 protocol stack foundation layer.
- Integrated Apple-supplied plugin code into the product.
- Delivered specialized assistance in troubleshooting authentication, link, and session layers.
- Provided expert debugging support for USB protocol and physical layers.
Tech Lead - Logging and Security Domain
Bosch Global Software Technologies
06.2013 - 12.2016
- Proficient in utilizing Debugging and Logging Tool (DLT) for embedded targets.
- Acquired skills in operating DLT log viewer tool on Host PC.
- Utilized DLT for command injection in runtime in embedded targets.
- Facilitated customer support for implementing DLT in automation and system testing.
- Deployed offline storage logging technique to store to USB storage during field testing.
- Skilled in utilizing Linux security protocols like DAC and MAC.
- Managed Authorization Level Daemon which enables security level transitions in embedded targets.
Embedded Software Engineer - Audio
Bosch Global Software Technologies
05.2010 - 05.2013
- Engineered digital audio router for superior audio performance.
- Configured DMA blocks, ASRC, SRC, I2S, volume control, and mixer.
- Specialized in developing device drivers for efficient audio streaming and Audio routing.
- Managed and tackled channel shift and phase shift complexities.
Embedded Sytems Engineer - Wrist PC
Accord Software and Systems Pvt Limited
04.2007 - 04.2010
- Developed wearable handheld device powered by Windows Embedded CE OS.
- Expertise on bootloader
- Device drivers for - Nor flash, Accelerometer , Ambient Light Sensor, Audio Codec Driver for WM9713
- Collaborated efficiently with Hardware teams during board bring up.
Embedded Systems Engineer - GNSS,E-Health
Accord Software & Systems Private Limited
07.2006 - 03.2007
- Knowledge on GNSS system design including satellite signals, DSP operations, NMEA messages, position calculation, Hardware schematics
- Implemented devices for patients to enhance health monitoring and emergency response.
- Specialized in Hard Real Time OS such as Micro C OS and T Engine OS.
- Proficient in utilizing Micro Chip PIC microcontrollers.
- Expertise in DSPs such as Blackfin and Analog Devices SST 230.
Education
Bachelor of Engineering - Electronics & Communications
V L B Janakiammal College of Engineering And Technology
Coimbatore, Tamil NaduSkills
Technical Leadership
Agile product management
Mentoring and Training
Audio Full Stack knowledge
CarPlay and iAP2 Expertise
System reset and crash analysis Linux core dump analysis
Assembly language programming
SOC and Microcontroller expertise( Qualcomm SA8255, Renesas R- Car H3, Microchip PIC16F Series)
Hardware debugging tools JTAG in-circuit emulation Lauterbach
Software debugging with GDB System monitoring with SystemTap
GIT - Version control knowledge
Eclipse and Visual Studio IDE knowledge
C and C programming Software development Problem-solving skills
Shell scripting
Protocol knowledge of USB, ATS, I2C, SPI, and Audio TDM I2S
Audio signal analysis using Audacity
Hardware schematic analysis and oscilloscopes overview
MATLAB DSP tools and filters overview
GPS system overview
JIRA and RTC ticket workflow management
Design tools and enterprise architect proficiency
Logging tools Genivi DLT in depth
Timeline
Technical Lead
Bosch Global Software Technologies
10.2025 - Current
Carnatic Music Vocal Junior Examination
04-2025
Product Owner - Audio
Bosch Global Software Technologies
10.2023 - 10.2025
SAFe for Teams Course (6.0)
09-2023
SAFe Product Owner/Product Manager Course (6.0)
07-2023
Tech Lead - Apple Carplay IAP2
Bosch Global Software Technologies
01.2017 - 09.2023
Tech Lead - Logging and Security Domain
Bosch Global Software Technologies
06.2013 - 12.2016
Embedded Software Engineer - Audio
Bosch Global Software Technologies
05.2010 - 05.2013
Embedded Sytems Engineer - Wrist PC
Accord Software and Systems Pvt Limited
04.2007 - 04.2010
Embedded Systems Engineer - GNSS,E-Health
Accord Software & Systems Private Limited
07.2006 - 03.2007
Bachelor of Engineering - Electronics & Communications
V L B Janakiammal College of Engineering And Technology
Languages
English (Read, Write, Speak)
Hindi (Read, Write, Speak)
Tamil (Read, Write, Speak)
Malayalam (Speak)
Kannada (Speak)
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 01/01/85
- Marital Status: Married
Volunteering
- EC member of Institute of Liberal Studies. This forum is similar to Toastmaster for improving communication and networking skills.
- Upa yoga Corporate Trainer. Conducted training on simple yoga Practices in corporations like Biocon.
- Project Green Hands. Took part in campaigns for raising awareness on green coverage and sapling distribution.
Certification
SAFe Product Owner/Product Manager Course (6.0)