Innovative and results-driven Product Engineering and R&D leader with over 23 years of comprehensive experience across electronics-based products, industrial automation, telecom, consumer electronics, and PC hardware. With a proven track record in ideation, research, and development, I excel in driving the entire lifecycle of product engineering from concept to market. My career is marked by a commitment to delivering high-quality, innovative solutions while maintaining stringent performance standards and fostering cross-functional collaboration.Throughout my career, I have spearheaded numerous successful initiatives, including:1. Scaled the Bangalore R&D centre from 12 to 130 engineers, significantly boosting team productivity and output.2. Achieved a defect reduction rate of 65% through the implementation of rigorous quality assurance protocols.3. Delivered a 40% improvement in product performance by deploying cutting-edge frameworks and embedded systems at Schneider Electric.4. Oversaw the development of key protocols such as USB PD, USB4, and HDMI, driving industry innovation and achieving critical compliance certifications.5. Managed over 75% of programs on time and within scope, with an 84% stakeholder satisfaction score, showcasing effective project and program management skills.My core competencies include R&D strategy, product launch, end-to-end product development, technology integration, and process improvement. I bring extensive expertise in embedded systems development, FPGA-based protocol development, and project management. Skilled in leveraging tools like MPP, Eclipse, and Verilog, and programming languages such as C++, Python, and VHDL, I am adept at managing complex projects and optimizing processes to achieve strategic goals.As a hands-on leader, I am passionate about fostering agile and adaptive environments that drive continuous improvement and innovation. My ability to mentor teams, engage with stakeholders, and collaborate with global partners has consistently contributed to delivering impactful products and achieving organizational success.