Suresh Timmappa Vasu
Senior Manager - Software Engineering
Bangalore
Summary
Accomplished Sr. Manager of Software Engineering with nearly two decades of dedicated experience in leading cross-functional teams to deliver innovative software solutions. Expert in Agile methodologies and specialized in the areas of Technical requirements definition, Software architecture/design/development, Middleware Integration, Technical Leadership, Project Execution and Project Management for Consumer Electronics, Embedded, Semiconductors and Multimedia systems. Passionate about leveraging technology to drive positive change and enhance user experiences.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Senior Manager - Software Engineering
Vantiva (Formerly Pace/Arris/CommScope)
07.2009 - Current
- Established communication with stakeholders to understand technical requirements and performing feasibility study, identifying risks and defining technical timelines for STB/IP Streamer devices
- Involved in project effort estimation, planning/scheduling, tracking, delivering and managing team size of 10+ people
- Ongoing development of Hybrid STB with dual stack approach (Irdeto MW and RDKV 6.0) using BCM73161 for Tier-1 Customer
- Porting and Integration of RDKV 5.0 middleware stack onto Broadcom 72180 and Amlogic Y4 chipsets
- Integration support of premium OTT apps (YT, Prime, Netflix) onto Broadcom and Amlogic platforms and running with Widevine/PlayReady DRMs
- Successful delivery and deployment of 4K UHD DVR and HD DVR platforms using BCM7268 and BCM7252S SoC based DVB-S2 and running with Proprietary Middleware stack for Foxtel, Australia
- Involved in developing and technically leading first NAND only solution of HD DVR STB using BCM7335 based DVB-S2 and running with Cisco CDI Middleware stack for Astro, Malaysia
- Technically leading team on development of different variants of Diagnostics SW for multiple Customers across various regions
- Proposed and implemented initiatives: Test automation, Cross functional support, Team building activities, Jenkins Automated Build, Unit Test
Senior Software Engineer
Marvell India Pvt Ltd (a US based company)
5 2007 - 10.2008
- Developed docking station for Apple iPod's that has ability to convert low-quality video from iPod to high quality HD Video resolution using Marvell Kyoto Video processing chip
- Involved on board bring-up activities for Adcom board and developed interface Marvell video chip for various UI functions
- Worked on complete video path right from detecting input video, sampling and up conversion to HD video supporting multiple output resolutions up to 1080P
Software Engineer
LG Soft India (LGSI) (A CMM Level5 Company)
08.2006 - 04.2007
Research Engineer
LG Electronics Inc. (Digital Display Research Lab Division)
09.2004 - 07.2006
Education
Advanced Diploma in Embedded System Design -
CDAC (Central Govt. of India)
Noida, India 04.2001 -
Bachelor of Engineering - Electronics And Inst
Karunya Inst of Technology
Coimbatore, India 04.2001 -
Skills
C, C, Embedded Linux, Middleware Stacks (RDKV, Irdeto, Cisco, Proprietary)
CAS, API Interface Layers, Device Drivers, MPEG2-TS, Broadcom and Amlogic Chipsets
Agile SDLC, Microsoft Project Enterprise Plan (MPP), Office Timeline
GCC, Makefile, Pebsy, CVS, SVN, GIT, Clearcase, Gerrit, Bugzilla, Jira, Jenkins, Digital CM, Confluence, Flexera, Sodiacs
Broadcom broadband studio (BBS), GDB, Lauterbach JTAG/ARM debugger, Wireshark
Work Summary
- Extensive working experience on Set Top Box (STB), IP Streamers, Digital TV and system integration of various DTV and STB software components
- Extensive working experience on Planning, Development, Integration/Porting of DVB, multiple middleware stacks (RDK-V/Proprietary/Cisco) and different CAS (Cisco/Nagra/Irdeto)
- Expertise in Project/Program Management, Effort Estimation, Planning, Scheduling, Risk Management and Quality Control. Proficiency with Agile Methodology, Change Management, Configuration Management, Release Management, Automation tools, Quality control and Debugging tools
- Worked closely with Sales and PLM, internal cross-functional teams to plan and develop scope wrt requirements, resource forecast and budget plan, timelines and key deliverables
- Expertise in determining stakeholders needs, managing resources, recruiting resources, motivating/mentoring and team building. Experience in managing and leading multi-site, multi-technology product development
- Working experience at various onsite Customer (US, Australia, Malaysia) and Factory locations (China, Thailand, Vietnam)
Certification
Bullet Proof Manager (BPM) certification program by Crestcom International Inc, 8 months (1 full-day session per month)
Timeline
Senior Manager - Software Engineering
Vantiva (Formerly Pace/Arris/CommScope)
07.2009 - Current
Software Engineer
LG Soft India (LGSI) (A CMM Level5 Company)
08.2006 - 04.2007
Research Engineer
LG Electronics Inc. (Digital Display Research Lab Division)
09.2004 - 07.2006
Advanced Diploma in Embedded System Design -
CDAC (Central Govt. of India)
04.2001 -
Bachelor of Engineering - Electronics And Inst
Karunya Inst of Technology
04.2001 -
Senior Software Engineer
Marvell India Pvt Ltd (a US based company)
5 2007 - 10.2008
Bullet Proof Manager (BPM) certification program by Crestcom International Inc, 8 months (1 full-day session per month)
Multiple Star Awards in Pace/Arris for Teamwork, On-time Delivery and Customer Focus
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