Sathishkumar Srinivasan Email & Phone Number

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

Bangalore

Project: Project Lead for Meteor Lake Project Spearheaded the Meteor Lake project in the US, focusing on board initialization & resolution of USB4 IP-related issues Designed and implemented a comprehensive test plan for the Proof of Concept (PON) phase, ensuring rigorous validation processes Engaged actively in system debugging and led task forces to troubleshoot and resolve critical issues during the PON phase Provided consistent updates on project progress, ensuring all stakeholders were informed in a timely manner Drove the System Validation (SV) cycle post-PON, adhering to strict timelines and quality standards Managed multiple module executions and debugging activities concurrently, demonstrating strong leadership and multitasking capabilities Authored and published research papers at DTTC and SHS, prestigious Intel conferences, contributing to the body of knowledge in the fieldProject: Validation of CIO Tunneled Link on integrated and discrete Thunderbolt platforms Defined exit criteria for CIO IP Power-ON for TGL/ADL/MR projects, ensuring a smooth transition from development to production Developed a test plan covering all aspects of the CIO Tunnel module according to USB4 Thunderbolt specifications for the SV cycle Managed the configuration and setup of various Thunderbolt cables (passive, active, optical, re-driver) for TBT3/TBT4 link establishment Ensured CIO state transitions complied with power management expectations, enhancing system reliability Validated integrations with PCIE, USB, DP, CP, DMA modules for seamless link activation Implemented a Python-based library to automate, execute, and debug test cases for CIO features, improving efficiency and accuracyProject: Validation of USB4/TBT4 certification on Tiger Lake/Alder Lake projectsProject: Validation of Security features (SDL) on Alder Lake projectProject: Validation of System Level Power Management on complex topologies for Alder Lake project

Bengaluru Area, India

Project: IEEE 802.11ac MAC and PHY validation Led the pre-silicon and post-silicon validation efforts for IEEE 802.11ac MAC and PHY across multiple projects Validated MAC feature updates within the SOC, enhancing system compatibility and performance Collaborated with the verification team to understand feature changes, facilitating efficient system validation Adapted control software to accommodate new features, demonstrating agility in software development and testing Utilized diagnostic tools such as JTAG, QXDM, ADB drivers, and Wireshark for in-depth debugging and issue resolutionProject: IEEE 802.11ac PHY standalone environment with RF debug boards to improve performance validation Initiated & managed the setup of a standalone PHY environment incorporating RF debug boards and analog antennas Fine-tuned Digital to Analog (DAC) and Analog to Digital (ADC) configurations to enhance timing performance, showcasing technical expertise in RF engineering Conducted extensive modifications and optimizations to the RF boards, improving the system's performance through analog circuit adjustments Employed advanced diagnostic tools, including spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, and NI instruments, to validate feature enhancements and ensure system integrityProject: FPGA emulations build release Oversaw interface and RTL adjustments in coordination with the WLAN design team, ensuring seamless integration and functionality Utilized certification and Vivado tools for bit file generation, streamlining the build and release process for FPGA emulation Managed the distribution of bit files to team members for the Genova and other projects, ensuring timely and efficient access to necessary resources Integrated chip scope signals for pre-silicon environment debugging, facilitating early detection and resolution of issues

Bangalore

Project: IEEE 802.11ad MAC design and implementationDesign Team: Conducted analysis of the IEEE 802.11ad protocol features, leading the design process for integration into the SOC Spearheaded hardware (HW) and software (SW) partitioning for the MAC protocol, utilizing fast prototyping to inform partitioning decisions, optimizing system performance Reviewed HW design and interface documents to ensure the selection of the most optimal interfaceControl Software Team: Developed key features including Passive Scanning, Traffic Stream Negotiation, Scheduler, Power Save, and Broadcast functionalities in C for a Real-Time Operating System (RTOS) running on a dual-core processorOther Activities: Managed 802.11 Protocol Implementation Conformance Statement (PICS) documentation across HW and SW teams Delivered comprehensive 802.11ad protocol training sessions for new team members Analyzed wireless product performance using Wireshark, presenting insights to the design team for improvement Led a teardown analysis of wireless products, providing valuable feedback for design enhancement Mentored interns on Asarva projects within incubation centers at colleges, fostering the development of new talentProject: IEEE 802.11ad FPGA Validation Gained hands-on experience with Xilinx ZC706 and ZC702 boards, enhancing technical proficiency in FPGA validation Designed FPGA software architecture using FreeRTOS on an ARM processor, incorporating features such as LWIP webserver, control software, and Command Line Interface (CLI), improving system integration and functionality Led the FPGA software architecture setup for board-to-board configurations, enabling effective system validation  Executed comprehensive testing of the MACSW on FPGA boards in conjunction with actual HW MAC, validating the design's compliance with the IEEE 802.11ad specification, ensuring product reliability and standard adherence

Noida Area, India

Project: LTE MAC layer procedure for UE side Implemented LTE MAC layer procedures focusing on control and data signal processing, applying C programming expertise and high-level design (HLD) principles Utilized protocol specifications TS 36.321 and TS 34.123 as guidelines for development Demonstrated proficiency in C programming, leveraging GDB tools and Inter-Process Communication (IPC) techniques

Chennai Area, India

 Conducted verification of client information for CITI Bank to ensure accuracy and completeness Prioritized timely and reliable delivery of files, emphasizing efficiency and commitment to meeting strict deadlines

Master'S Degree, Wireless Communication Technologies, 180 Credits

Bachelor Of Engineering - Be, Electrical, Electronics And Communications Engineering, First Class With Distinction

Anand Institute of Higher Technology