Iván Castro Email & Phone Number

Querétaro, Querétaro, Mexico

• Led a cross-functional team focused on developing cutting-edge products for the next generation of autonomous vehicles using the software-defined vehicle (SDV) paradigm, driving innovation and ensuring the successful.
• Developed product roadmaps leveraging market intelligence and customer feedback, aligning product development with customer needs and emerging industry trends.
• Led the development of platform-agnostic ADAS functions for Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) applications, enabling broader adoption and scalability of key ADAS features.
• Scaled the organization by 300% over two years while successfully reducing employee turnover to less than 4%, even post-COVID, by implementing effective retention strategies and fostering a supportive work culture.
• Facilitated the development of advanced AI algorithms by leveraging hybrid-cloud computing infrastructure, containers, and serverless computing, enhancing scalability and reducing time-to-deployment for machine.
• Expanded the project portfolio to develop products across four different product lines, driving diversification and broadening market reach.

Querétaro, Querétaro, Mexico

• Manager of an organization that develops software of functions using artificial intelligence and machine learning algorithms for Continental’s ADAS ecosystem.
• Expanded project portfolio by developing advanced ADAS functions (Short & Long-range RADAR, Cruising functions, Low-speed Maneuvering, and Safety features) across multiple product lines, driving innovation and.
• Led cross-departmental and cross-discipline decision-making for software deliveries and product releases, ensuring timely alignment and efficient execution across teams.
• Drove customer support and managed escalations for North American OEMs, implementing root cause analysis processes that significantly improved issue resolution time and customer satisfaction.
• Increased invention disclosures and patent applications by 60% year-over-year, fostering a culture of innovation across the organization and contributing to the development of new intellectual property.
• Implemented a web-based analytics platform to monitor operational performance, quality metrics, and business acquisition KPIs, enabling data-driven decision-making and real-time visibility into key performance areas.

Querétaro, Mexico

• Supervisor and technical leader of a team of 20+ algorithm engineers focused on the development of algorithms for application projects using long range RADAR and Backup Camera
• Spearheaded the innovation, industrialization, and new product introduction of ADAS functions, with a focus on advanced control systems, driving the development of cutting-edge solutions for the automotive industry.
• Expanded the RADAR algorithms team and established three new organizational units dedicated to the development of camera- and radar-based Cruising and Safety functions, significantly enhancing product offerings and.
• Led and managed multiple cross-disciplinary projects for major automotive clients, including Tesla, GM, Ford, Stellantis, VW, and Lucid, ensuring the delivery of high-quality ADAS solutions aligned with customer.
• Managed a team of senior engineers and function leads across several critical projects, providing leadership and technical guidance to ensure the successful execution of complex ADAS functions.

Querétaro, Mexico

• Algorithm development of RADAR functions. Usage of artificial intelligence / machine learning methods to detect, track and classify objects & obstacles in a vehicle’s trajectory.
• Led the development of an innovative machine learning algorithm to detect the height of stationary road objects using long-range RADAR sensors, improving detection accuracy and enhancing ADAS capabilities.
• Engineered and optimized machine learning algorithms using Python, large-scale datasets, and cloud-based high-performance computing, significantly accelerating model training and testing processes.
• Coordinated the full software development lifecycle from requirements definition through to production and deployment, ensuring timely delivery and successful functional testing across multiple stages.
• Mentored and coached a newly formed team of algorithm engineers, providing guidance on RADAR detection algorithms and fostering a collaborative environment to drive innovation and technical excellence.

Querétaro Area, Mexico

• Technical leader and supervisor of a team of 15+ SW developers focused on the development of prognostic & diagnostic functions for Commercial Aircraft Engines:
• Excelled in dual roles as both Technical Expert and Manager, driving innovation and leadership across multiple engineering and management functions within the organization.
• Led the successful migration from Simulink to SCADE, streamlining the model-based tool chain for developing Prognostics and Health Management (PHM) software, supporting next-generation engine programs like LEAP and.
• Assumed ownership of key modules within the engine prognostics system, overseeing the monitoring and processing of vibration data for cockpit visualization and engine maintenance, ensuring accurate and real-time.
• Pioneered the development of a web-based dashboard to track and display critical organizational KPIs such as first-time yield, on-time delivery, turnover, and operational expenses, enabling data-driven decision-making.
• Created and executed new business opportunities in collaboration with strategic partners, including SNECMA and SAFRAN, driving growth and strengthening the organization’s market presence

Querétaro, Mexico

• Main Accomplishments:
• Optimized the complete software development process by over 50% by creating several automation tools using MATLAB and Six Sigma methodologies, streamlining key activities such as model verification, design.
• Pioneered and maintained software components to capture engine health data, enabling predictive engine maintenance and improving operational efficiency and reliability.
• Fully automated the migration of software design across multiple versions of Simulink Embedded Coder, reducing manual effort, minimizing errors, and accelerating the development cycle.

Querétaro Area, Mexico

• Main Accomplishments:
• Reduced functional testing cycle time by 60% through the automation of test case execution, significantly improving efficiency and accelerating the development process.
• Quickly became an instructor for the microcontroller training course and automotive communication protocols within my first six months, demonstrating leadership and expertise in key technical areas.
• Assumed the role of lead software developer in the final stages of the Toyota Standard Audio 05 project, ensuring successful project completion and delivery of high-quality software solutions.

Master’S Degree, Intelligent Embedded Systems, 97.1/100

Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Embedded Real Time Systems, Intelligent Sensors Highest Ranked Student in Graduating Class.

Bachelor’S Degree, Electrical, Electronics And Communications Engineering, 93/100

Activities and Societies: Baseball / Softball teamGraduated with Honors Minor in Computer Networks Cisco CCNA Certificate