KAKULAVARAPU LAKSHMI GAYATHRI
*************@****.*******.*** 309-***-**** Linkedin/Lakshmi-Gayathri-Kakulavarapu
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Embedded Software Engineer with one year of experience specializing in automotive embedded systems, real time operating systems (RTOS), and functional safety. Proficient in C, Embedded C, and Python, with expertise in debugging and optimizing embedded software. Skilled in CAN, Diagnostics, microcontroller programming and hardware-software integration. Strong problem-solving skills and experience working in cross-functional teams for embedded product development. Seeking a full-time role in embedded systems development to apply technical skills in innovative environments.
EDUCATION
Bradley University. Peoria, IL
Master of Science in Electrical Engineering, Expected Graduation May 2025
Overall GPA: 3.50 (on a scale of 4.0)
Indian Institute of Information Technology, Dharwad, Karnataka, India
Bachelor of Technology (B. Tech) in Electronics and Communication Engineering, Graduated May 2022
SKILLS AND CERTIFICATIONS
Programming Skills: MATLAB, C, Embedded C, Python, CAPL
Embedded Systems: RTOS, Microcontroller Programming, Functional Safety (ISO 26262), Diagnostics (ISO 14229)
Analysis & Testing Tools: CANTrace, CANanalyzer, CANape, CANLab, Vector, JIRA, Git
Hardware & Design Tools: PCB Design, Simulink, Advanced Design System, CAMAD, LT Spice, P Spice
Microcontrollers & Platforms: ARM Cortex, 8086, Arduino, Raspberry Pi, Beagle Board
INTERNSHIPS/PROJECTS
Student Research Intern. Indian Institute of Information Technology, Dharwad, June 2021 - 2022
Implemented deep learning techniques for estimating Direction of Arrival (DoA) of speech signals using a ReSpeaker 6 microphone array.
Utilized GCC-PHAT and MUSIC algorithms for Analyzing data from the Acoustic Interactions for Robot Audition (AIRA) corpus dataset.
EXPERIENCE
Associate Software Engineer. Bosch Global Software Technologies (BGSW), January – December 2023
Developed and optimized embedded software for automotive clients including Jaguar Land Rover (JLR), Build Your Dreams (BYD), MPCI, Shanghai Automotive Industry Corporation (SAIC) and other Chinese OEMs ensuring compliance with functional safety standards.
Designed and implemented modules including Controller Area Network (CAN), Diagnostics, Safety and Third Party, improving vehicle communication efficiency by 20%
Restructured and automated build procedures enhancing software deployment efficiency.
Recommended improvements to design concepts and existing software. Led debugging initiatives, reducing software issue resolution time by 30%.
HONORS AND ACTIVITIES
Entrepreneurship Cell for Indian Institute of Technology, Jodhpur, 2019 - 2022
Classical Singer - Trained in Indian Carnatic Music, 2008 – 2014