R ESU M E
Ravichandra K Katare
Peachtree City,
GA – 49424
acpcng@r.postjobfree.com
Education Qualifications:
Bachelor of Engineering (Electronics and Communication) from Karnataka
U niversity, Dharwad, India passed with First Class in 1998.
Experience Summary:
• Embedded Software Professional with 17+ years experience involved in delivery of
E mbedded Software Products like Automotive Infotainments, Clusters, Telematics,
S torage Servers, and Enterprise Applications.
• Experience in working with Architects for evaluating requirements and designing
t he software.
• Experience in Project Management activit ies including estimation, resource
a llocation, scheduling, t racking and customer interaction.
• Software delivery of embedded systems to meet customer requirements with the
defined schedules and mentoring team to have delivery on time without negotiating
on quality
• Extensive client interaction and knowledge sharing.
• Experience in working with geographically distributed teams in USA, UK, Germany,
B ulgaria, Japan and France.
• Conversant with CMM I and SPICE methodologies, Software Development L ife Cycle
• Trained and hands on experience in planning and executing projects in Agile
methodology and Sprint deliverables.
• A ddressing the customer escalations and ensuring t imely reports to customers and
M anagers
• Requirements gathering, t race design, Code and Testcases using DOORS, Excel,
Power Point.
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• Discussion with customer, extended team (hardware, resident, 3 rd party vendors,
testing) to map correct requirements
• In teracting with team members to ensure smooth progress of work.
• Acted as single point contact between offshore team, onsite team and customer team.
• Experience in developing different types of test cases and automating them, like
I ntegration, Unit, Feature specific and Sanity test cases.
• Validation of Infotainment/Telematics Features on Bench and Vehicles
• Expertise programming in C language and quite in C++
• Experience in using QNX, MQX, iuTron and vxWorks Real Time OS.
• Experience in CAN, L IN, GMLAN, MOST, IPC, I2C, RS485, SPI and IPM I
communication protocols
• Expert in using QNX Momentics, JAZZ, Renases HEW, Tornado I I, Workbench,
Code-war rior IDEs
• Experience in Software Configuration tools, like Clearcase, VSS, PVCS, CVS
• Troubleshooting the memory core dumps, system halts, software resets in Linux and
Q NX
• Experience in developing multi-thread, multiprocessor environment
• Hands on experience with Build and Release Management for delivery of software
p roducts
• Expertise in analyzing CAN, MOST logs and resolving issues
• Porting of software applications from one environment to another environment
• Developed software sequence diagrams, state machines using U M L and Viso
Awards & recognition
• Received Feather in my CAP award 4 t imes for best performance at Wipro
• Received Navigation Award for making project Blue Status at Wipro
• Received Unified Certification in C programming for scoring 86%
• Received Peacock Award for hard work and dedication in delivery of J24 Phone
• Appreciation from Mul tiple Customers in technical coordination, resolving issues,
p lanning and smooth delivery on t ime.
T rainings
• Project Management certification from Wipro Technologies
• Future Manager Program from Wipro Technologies
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• C learcase fundamentals from Rational University
• Training on Agile methodology at Dell Inc.
Software Skills
RTOS/OS : QNX, vxWorks, MNOS, iuTron, Linux and Windows
Languages :C
Scripts : Shell, VMS
Tracking Tools : DOORS, QNX Code-Collaborator, Serena Team Track, Clearquest
Version Tools : Clearcase, Dimension, PVCS, CVS and VSS
IDE : JAZZ/RTC, Tornado I I, Workbench, Visual Studio, Source Insight, Code Warrior,
H EW, CodeWright
Protocols : Vector CAN, MOST, GMLan, L I N, IPM I, I2C, SPI, RS485
Processors : TI Jacinto -6, TI Jacinto -3, i MX534, Renesas V850, Renesas M16C/5M,
M icrochip PIC16Cxx, Motorola MC68HC11/12
Design Tools : U M L, M icrosoft Viso.
Development Tools: GDB, WindShell, EVM11, ICEPIC, CxDebug, Whitesmith Compiler,
P IC Compiler, Cygwin, Doxygen, GCC, Cosmic, GTT2, CANoe, TestDirector, DPS,
Oscilloscope and Logic Analyzer.
Employment H istory
Datamatics US
Lead Software Engineer Oct 2014 to Present
• Debugging and fixing issues in BSP to Chrysler Project
• Adding software support to NOR boot, HS Board, WIFI, BT, LG Display for 2S and
4S boards
• Analyze schematics diagrams, implementation as per application note.
• Coordination with QNX and Qualcomm in resolution of issues, like WLAN, BT
connections
• Support to Offshore team in technical coordination and delivery on time
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• Resolving Coverity issues
• Coordination with non-BSP team like System team, Testing, Media teams
Skills: C, QNX, J6 Processor, JAZZ/RTC, Oscilloscope, E8 f lashing tool for RH850,
Validating Software features.
Visteon J une 2014 to Sept
2014
Lead Software Engineer
• Software Support in resolution for GM Vehicles Instrument Clusters of MY14, MY15,
M Y16 and MY17 models
• Resolving and optimization of Core modules like Alert Manager, MOST f lashing of
M Y15, MY16 and MY17 Vehicles.
• Leading T riage customer raised issues, analyzing CAN, MOST logs, Heart Beat
Reset issues
• Triage customer issues and update regularly with managers and customers
• Design optimization of critical components like Alert Manager, Software Image
F lashing U tility
Skills: C, QNX, MOST, CAN, NEC V850 DJ4 (VP processor), Freescale i.MX534 (GP
P rocessor), Oscilloscope, DPS f lashing tool, IPC.
iGate Technologies June 2013 to
J une 2014
Technical Specialist
P anasonic Automotive
• Development of Radio Tuner Applications for Infotainment FORD Audio Head Unit
for MY16 Vehicles
• Debugging issues on Audio components
• Resolving and optimization of Core modules Infotainment like Touch Screen
I nterface, Software Update Module for GM –CCR 2014/15 Vehicles.
• Troubleshooting system halt, f l ickers, reset issues raised during customer validation
• Re-design the Touch Screen Display (TSI) module for having better response for
events.
• Developing 5-Phase reports for H igh and Critical Customer issues in GM-CCR
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• Memory core dump (segmentation fault) analysis and closure of the issues
• Coordination with Offshore delivery in reviewing and validation on vehicles
• Traceability of testcases and design against requirements in Spreadsheet
• Execution of Sanity test cases before intermediate releases and analysis issues if any
Skills: C, QNX, Enterprise Architect, U M L, GMLAN, TI-Jacinto-3, V850, Oscilloscope,
DPS
Wipro Technologies D ec 2002 to
J une 2013
Project Manager
Johnson Controls I nc.,
• Feature Lead in Vehicle In terface Applications for delivery of 2014 Infotainment
vehicles
• Technical direction in reviewing and t racking of software offshore deliverables
• Requirements gathering, t racing with Design, Code and Testcases using DOORS,
Spreadsheet
• Discussion with customer, extended team (hardware, testing) to map correct
requirements
• Planning, Estimation and status reporting to clients and management
• In tegration of software modules and releasing the Vehicle interface applications
• Design and Implementation of Vehicle BUS In terface and L I N BUS Interface
• In tegration of Vector CAN and coordination with Vector Technical team
• Development of Telematics applications for 2013 vehicles, Emergency Applications,
A utomatic Crash Notification, Remote Door Lock/UnLock, Car Finder, Stolen Vehicle
T racking, Phone book, Paring Bluetooth Profiles.
• In terface for communication with Server and Embedded Phone using AT commands
• Trouble shooting reset, core dumps issues on bench testing and Vehicle testing
Continental Automotive
• Responsible for resolving issues in Man-Machine In terface (MM I) module of
Passenger Assistance and Safety System(PASS).
• Resolving memory over f low issues across all the Software Debug module
• Development of automated test cases and execution for CAN Messages using GTT
tool on Bench setup
• Responsible for code reviews of M M I module
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D ell I nc.,
• Development of BIOS UEFI Applications for validation of BIOS of PowerEdge
Servers
• Implemented Secure Maser Access Library using UEFI 2.0 and IPM I protocol
Avaya I nc.,
• Implemented Software But ton Module, GigA Bit Ethernet, Power Adaptor for VOIP
p hones
• Implemented to support Japanese User In terface for Digital Phones
WindRiver I nc.,
• Analyzed vxWorks BSP issues and implemented resolutions and validate on
d ifferent platforms
• Developed Test harness for vxWorks libraries
• Supported in execution of WindNet IPSEC/IKE security testcases
• One point contact for resolving ISDN Stack with End Customers
Skills: C, vxWorks, Tornado I I, Workbench, Clearcase, Team Track, L inux, Vector CAN,
CANoe, L IN, Oscilloscope, PVCS, Unicode, IPM I, UEFI BIOS, GTT2, QNX, Clearquest
PSI Data Systems Oct 2000 to Dec
2002
Sr. Software Engineer
Desmac Corporation
• Implemented DOS based User In terface for Apollo I I Answering Machine
P SI Data Coorporate
• Implemented Single Sign ON application for Web based PSI tools
Deutsche Bank
• Ported VMS test cases to Unix Shell Scripts for having security features
Client: I n tegris
• Developed test cases and executed for Web based USAS I I Application developed in
O racle.
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S kills: C, DOS, Emacs, Scripts, VMS Scripts, Test Director, Oracle, SQL
Guild I nfotech Feb 2000 to
Oct 2000
Software Engineer
CS Telecom
• Debugging and Resolved defects of FRAD (Frame Relay Application)
• Developed and executed testcases for FRAD
• Implemented User Interface for debugging communication messages between master
and slave
Skills: C, Sun Solaris
Centu ry Systems Pvt. Ltd Nov 1998 to
F eb 2000
Software Engineer
Ka rnataka Government Electricity Board
• Implemented data acquisition system for monitoring temperature and displaying on
d isplay
• Implemented software for EEPROM, FLASH for storing and ret rieving data from
t he system
• Developed testcases and executed for Relay systems and Temperature furnaces
S kills: C, MC68HC11/12, PIC16C63/64, Assembly.
Linked In Endorsements
P S I Data Systems
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“ I hired Ravi at PSI data for embedded software development projects. In my experience,
Ravi is extremely cool-headed and focused guy requiring very lit t le supervision. H is
amazing problem solving skills at work could be largely att r ibuted to his ability to grasp big
p icture and details simultaneously. He works very well in team environment with a great
sense of shared responsibility in achieving team goal. He can be a great asset for any
organization.”
1st Sanjeev Kulkarni, Head - H i-tech Software Business, PSI Data Systems L td
managed Ravichandra at PSI Data Systems
Wipro Technologies
Loren Vredevoogd
Software Project Manager at Johnson Controls
Ravi worked as a technical coordinator between our site and an off shore development
center. He could consistently provide good status and technical insight into the work being
done remotely. He put in extra time and effort when things were going rough. He was also
persistent in getting the remote team the information and equipment they needed to
succeed.
Loren was Ravichandra's client
Russ Miller
Software Project Manager
Ravi has very good organization skills and is skillful in root cause analysis and creating
countermeasures. He works well with both in office and offshore teams. He can be be
counted on to complete the SW tasks accurately and on t ime.
Russ managed Ravichandra at Wipro Technologies
Praveen Rakshe
Dir. Engineering @Symantec
Ravi has directly worked on my team as a Sr engineer.
He was extremely good at learning new technology as well as versatile to move to different
a reas and lead the charge. He can be easily relied upon for meeting his commitments.
As a person he is very calm and always maintains a smile on his face.
Praveen managed Ravichandra at Wipro Technologies
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“Ravi is a very Friendly person and mixes and connects well with any team. I have seen him
helping team members when they need personal or professional Help. He is constantly
t hr ives for what he he wants to achieve and succeeds.”
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1st Sharath Kumar TP, S r Project Manager, Wipro Technologies
managed Ravichandra at Wipro Technologies
“I found Ravichandra to be an astute, detail oriented, tenacious software developer. He was
a lways on time and accurate with his deliverables and was motivated with li t t le
explanation. I t was a pleasure working with him.”
1st Tom Fowler, Staff Programmer, Semafor Technologies, LLC
managed Ravichandra indirectly at Wipro Technologies
“I worked with Ravi on various projects. I was impressed by his manner of doing a great job.
Motivated, reliable and insightful software developer, a person you can t rust when you want
to be sure that important tasks will be completed in a systematic and precise way. Forward
t hinking team player. He is a great asset to any company.”
1st L ynn L Yuan, P roject Lead and Senior Software Consultant, Dell
managed Ravichandra indirectly at Wipro Technologies
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