Embedded Firmware Engineer with 4+ Years Experience

Hemanth Kumar Bandike

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LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/hemanth-kumar-bandike-8ba2a0283

U.S. Work Authorization: Green Card EAD (No Sponsorship Required)

Professional Summary:

Embedded Firmware Engineer with 4+ years of experience developing real-time, safety-critical systems across medical devices, industrial automation, and robotics domains.

Strong expertise in C, C++, and Embedded C programming for ARM Cortex-M microcontrollers, RTOS, and Embedded Linux platforms.

Proven experience designing device drivers, BSP, HAL, and low-level firmware for custom hardware platforms.

Hands-on experience integrating sensors including ECG, SpO, temperature, pressure, IMU, GPS, and encoder modules for healthcare and robotics applications.

Skilled in implementing communication protocols such as UART, SPI, I2C, CAN, USB, Ethernet, TCP/IP, Modbus, BLE, and RF modules.

Experience developing deterministic real-time control systems, multithreaded applications, and PID-based motor control algorithms.

Strong background in medical device software lifecycle processes aligned with IEC 62304, ISO 13485, FDA guidelines, and risk management (FMEA).

Proficient in system-level debugging and performance optimization using JTAG, GDB, oscilloscopes, and logic analysers.

Experience integrating embedded systems with PLC, SCADA, HMI platforms, and data logging systems for industrial and manufacturing environments.

Collaborative engineering professional with experience working alongside hardware, QA, systems, robotics, and manufacturing teams to deliver reliable, scalable, and compliant embedded solutions.

Category

Skills

Programming Languages

C, C++, Embedded C, Python

Embedded Platforms & Hardware

ARM Cortex-M, STM32, AT mega, Arduino, Raspberry Pi, Microcontrollers

Operating Systems

Embedded Linux, Free RTOS, RTOS

Communication Protocols

UART, SPI, I2C, CAN, USB, Ethernet, TCP/IP, Modbus, BLE, Bluetooth, RF

Embedded Development

Device Drivers, BSP, HAL, Bootloaders, Secure Boot, OTA Updates, Multithreading, Real-Time Systems

Robotics & Control Systems

PID Control, Motor Control, IMU, GPS, Encoders, Sensor Integration, ROS

Industrial & Medical Standards

PLC Integration, SCADA, HMI, IEC 62304, ISO 13485, FDA Guidelines, FMEA

Debugging & Tools

JTAG, GDB, Oscilloscope, Logic Analyzer, Git, CI/CD, Jira, Unit Testing, Integration Testing

Embedded Firmware Engineer – Medical Devices

CVS Health – Hartford, CT, USA

September 2024 – Present

Designed and developed embedded firmware in C/C++ for healthcare and medical device systems, ensuring compliance with real-time and safety-critical requirements.

Implemented firmware for medical monitoring devices integrating sensors (temperature, pressure, ECG, SpO, motion sensors) using communication protocols such as I2C, SPI, UART, CAN, and USB.

Developed and optimized real-time control algorithms on RTOS and Embedded Linux platforms to ensure deterministic system behavior in patient-critical environments.

Created device drivers, hardware abstraction layers (HAL), and board support packages (BSP) for custom medical hardware platforms.

Performed system-level debugging using JTAG, GDB, oscilloscopes, and logic analyzers to diagnose firmware, timing, and hardware interface issues.

Ensured compliance with healthcare regulatory standards including IEC 62304 (Medical Device Software Lifecycle), ISO 13485, and FDA software validation guidelines.

Conducted firmware verification and validation (V&V), unit testing, and integration testing in accordance with regulated development processes.

Collaborated cross-functionally with hardware, systems, quality assurance, and clinical engineering teams to ensure reliable device performance and risk mitigation.

Implemented secure boot mechanisms, firmware update (OTA) frameworks, and data encryption to protect patient data and maintain cybersecurity compliance.

Participated in design reviews, risk analysis (FMEA), documentation, and traceability activities to support audit readiness and regulatory submissions.

Embedded Systems Engineer (Remote)

Concast Company – Philadelphia, PA, USA

August 2023 – June 2024

Designed and developed embedded firmware in C/C++ for industrial automation systems supporting continuous cast iron manufacturing operations.

Programmed and optimized firmware for PLC-integrated control systems, enabling real-time monitoring of temperature, pressure, and material flow processes.

Developed low-level drivers and hardware interfaces for industrial sensors using UART, SPI, I2C, CAN, and Modbus protocols.

Implemented real-time control algorithms on ARM Cortex-M microcontrollers to improve system stability, precision, and production efficiency.

Integrated embedded systems with SCADA and HMI platforms for remote monitoring and diagnostics of plant equipment.

Performed system debugging and validation using JTAG, GDB, oscilloscopes, and logic analyzers to ensure reliable field operation.

Optimized embedded software performance to reduce latency and improve deterministic response in high-temperature industrial environments.

Collaborated with mechanical and electrical engineering teams to support hardware-software integration and industrial equipment commissioning.

Implemented data logging and industrial communication interfaces using Ethernet/TCP-IP for predictive maintenance and analytics.

Participated in system testing, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives aligned with manufacturing quality and safety standards.

Embedded & Robotics System Engineer

Skyy Riders Institution & SVK Industries – Bhubaneshwar, Odisha & Hyderabad, Telangana

June 2020 – July 2022

Designed and developed embedded systems using C/C++ and Embedded C for robotics and automation applications.

Programmed microcontrollers (Arduino, ATmega, ARM-based boards) for real-time motor control, sensor interfacing, and autonomous navigation systems.

Developed control algorithms for robotics platforms including PID-based motor control and motion planning systems.

Integrated sensors such as Ultrasonic, IR, IMU, GPS, and Encoder modules for obstacle detection and localization.

Implemented communication protocols including UART, SPI, I2C, Bluetooth, and RF modules for wireless robot control and telemetry.

Worked with Raspberry Pi and Linux-based systems for high-level processing and robotics application development.

Designed PCB schematics and supported hardware debugging using oscilloscopes and logic analyzers.

Performed system integration, firmware debugging, and real-time performance optimization.

Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop robotics prototypes for industrial and educational applications.

Conducted testing, troubleshooting, and documentation of embedded and robotic systems for deployment and demonstrations.

Education: Master of Science in Computer Science-Governor State University

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