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United States

♦ Enhanced and ported uC/OS-based firmware for a Class B medical device to an ARM SoC, improving performance and reliability.♦ Developed and implemented safety-critical diagnostics and fault insertion software for the obstacle detection system in autonomous warehouse robots. Successfully collaborated with a globally distributed team, delivering a high-quality solution that exceeded client expectations.♦ Designed and developed medical device software using Qt and QML, optimized for deployment on an off-the-shelf embedded Linux System on Module (SOM).

♦ Enhanced functionality of the LaserWarn product, an embedded Linux based chemical threat detection system. Developed software in C++ for multiple cooperative processes, that control lasers, retroreflectors, photo detectors, thermo electric coolers, and power supplies interconnected via I2C, SPI and UART. ♦ Project lead for the next generation chemical threat detection system, running embedded Linux on Xilinx SOC. Hands-on experience using C/C++ with the Xilinx Petalinux development tool chain, Yocto and bitbake.

♦ Defined software requirements, architecture and design of the Assured Wireless Safety System (AWSS) used in battleground remote control vehicles. Applied methodologies and principles of safety engineering defined in MIL-STD-882E in designing safety critical software partitioned across functional modules. ♦ Developed C++ firmware for the AWSS running on an ARM SOC and unit tests using CppUTest, CppUMock TDD frameworks. Software validated for MISRA C++ compliance and MC/DC code coverage.

Bedford, Ma

♦ Enhanced FreeRTOS based STM32 C firmware in the SoftRobotics' gripper controller used in operating end-of-arm soft grippers in industrial robots. ♦ Improved C# application that interfaces with the soft gripper controller. Investigated and fixed issues reported by field application engineers. Actively collaborated with Q&A on system verification and validation.♦ Implemented Java based plugin for the hand held teach pendant used in programming collaborative robots. The plugin enables OEMs to easily configure, control and test soft grippers.

Framingham, Ma

♦ Led a team to enhance and port Bluetooth audio system software to the next generation noise canceling headphone hardware, integrating firmware modules and chip sets communicating over industry standard serial buses. Team delivered working firmware for several prototypes and met production deadlines.♦ Analyzed requirements and collaborated with cross functional teams, designed platform software architecture with reusable building blocks that enabled development of multiple products efficiently.♦ Experienced in Agile development using JIRA, leading daily stand-up with team, sprint planning,and backlog grooming.

♦ Developed firmware for a BLE to LAN access point to be used as a gateway for patient worn BLE sensors. Wrote specifications for custom profiles and services, implemented and tested software in Nordic SOCs.♦ Built Linux kernel drivers under the Yocto Open Embedded framework for WLAN modules. Member of team collaborating with vendors in performance testing and evaluating modules.♦ Research and investigate open source and off the shelf wireless connectivity solutions from different vendors.

Framingham, Ma

♦ Ported and enhanced modules in the Android Open Source Platform (AOSP) framework for an in-vehicle infotainment system. Software developed in Java and C++

► Led the software engineering for ARM based embedded controllers running open source Linux. ♦ Researched, designed and developed kernel drivers in C for custom FPGA and hardware, customized the Linux kernel, debugged and integrated open source drivers and packages. ♦ Enhanced the U-Boot boot loader for manufacturing diagnostics, self test and field upgrade. Used Git for source control. ♦ Implemented APIs to interface embedded applications with kernel drivers. ♦ Wrote several reference examples in C/C++ to highlight controllers' functions, including RESTful client server web applications using JavaScript, AJAX, jQuery and web sockets. ♦ Assisted customers in developing their embedded software► Software architect for networked data acquisition instruments. ♦ Developed multi-threaded ARM firmware in C executing under the ThreadX RTOS, including standards compliant network services such as, mDNS device discovery and SCPI server. ♦ Built web application with Java applets to control instruments ♦ Product certified for compliance with the LAN Extension for Instrumentation (LXI) standard and successfully deployed at major customer sites.▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂► Implemented Windows device drivers in C++ for USB data acquisition boards. ♦ Maintained and enhanced C++ class libraries for drivers and user APIs. ♦ Analyzed, debugged and resolved hardware/software issues. ▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂► Provided engineering and software design guidance to customers resulting in successful and cost effective incorporation of the company's boards/instruments in OEM products.

Franklin, Ma

▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂► Improved firmware and implemented new functionality for Microchip PIC based continuous blood glucose monitoring system. Wireless sensor and receiver successfully deployed in clinical trials.▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂► Implemented Excel add-in using VBA for analyzing data acquired by glucose monitors in clinical trials. This automated and speeded up analysis resulting in improved report generation for presentation to medical investigators and potential investors.▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂► Developed firmware for prototype skin permeation device for continuous blood glucose monitoring. Worked in a cross functional team to research, design and implement algorithms. Granted U.S Patent 8386027.▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂► Part time consultant from 2007-2012, advising and developing algorithms

Andover, Ma

▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂► Researched standards and algorithms for Digital Rights Management for high definition video.▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂► Collaborated with OEM end-users and contractors to define and implement cryptography functions for Broadcom’s processor used in major HD-DVD and Blue Ray players.

Marlboro, Ma

▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂► Implemented Linux and Windows kernel mode device drivers for data acquisition devices. ▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂► Led software development for a TI 6713 DSP based real time control system. ♦ Implemented the board support package firmware in C, C++ and assembly language operating under the TI DSP/BIOS real time kernel. ♦ Product functionality included USB communication with a host PC, real-time event handling, resource management, and flash boot loader. ♦ Designed and implemented signal processing algorithms. ▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂► Worked closely with hardware engineering and product marketing to develop a family of 8051-based economical USB data acquisition system. ♦ Implemented the firmware in C, analyzed, debugged and resolved hardware/software integration problems. ♦ This is one of Data Translation’s top selling products used in several OEM vendors’ embedded control equipment.

Marlboro, Ma

▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂► Project lead for the event management subsystem in a multiprocessor system VoIP media gateway. Participated in design reviews with system architects and functional teams, proposed solutions and resolved issues.▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂► Implemented the firmware for SNMP agents in the media gateway operating under VxWorks. Hands on experience with the GNU tool set and Clear Case.▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂► Researched and defined the requirements for the event management subsystem, completed the high level design and architecture and designed the real time software framework as cooperative software processes under UNIX. Implemented the daemon process in C++ for this subsystem.▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂► Resolved integration issues with third party software and expedited deployment in the system by actively collaborating with software vendors. ♦ Consistently met scheduled milestones and was recognized with an incentive award

Dedham , Ma

▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂► Developed Windows device drivers for ATM cards. Tested network interoperability using multi vendor switches.

Middleboro, Ma

▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂► Conceptualized and developed the firmware in C and assembly language for an embedded x88 based teperature logger.▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂► Analyzed competitors’ product offerings and provided recommendations on enhancements to software product portfolio. Developed a suite of ActiveX controls for data acquisition and control. Wrote the specifications, sample applications, InstallShield scripts and documentation. ▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂► Developed Windows device drivers for data acquisition boards using C, assembly language and the Windows Device Driver Kit. Hands on debugging experience using hardware tools. ▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂► Created an add-in for Excel, using C++ to allow data acquisition directly to spreadsheets. Product was widely used in academic and research institutions and boosted sales of company's hardware.

Wakefield, Ri

▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂► Engineered a new product line for chromatography process control using the PC as a low cost embedded controller. Developed the firmware as a BIOS extension using C and assembly language. The firmware included an emulator for industry standard serial command and communications protocol. ▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂► Defined the electrical and software architecture for an HPLC instrument. Prototyped using off-the-shelf single board computer, peripherals, LCD and transducers. Developed the firmware in C and assembly language.▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂▂► Consultant '89 – '91, '94 – '98 helping the company in hardware design, software development, identifying and selection of system components, hardware and software integration.

Doctor Of Philosophy - Phd, Electrical Engineering

Master Of Engineering (Meng), Computer Engineering

Bachelor’S Degree, Electrical, Electronics And Communications Engineering