Laxman Uttur
Regensburg
Summary
Experienced and dedicated Software Engineer with a multidisciplinary background and 10 plus years of experience in automotive software development and validation. Results-oriented and open-minded professional, skilled at multitasking and thriving in fast-paced environments. Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate and build trusting relationships with team members, fostering collaboration and participation.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Software and Functions Engineer
AVL Software & Functions Gmbh
01.2022 - Current
- Defining Processes and Methods for Software and System engineering areas according to ASPICE standards.
- Collaboration with Project managers, Developers, and Quality assurance teams to ensure ASPICE requirements are met throughout the Software development lifecycle.
- Conducted ASPICE assessments and gap analyses to identify areas for process improvement and initiated corrective actions.
- Developed and maintained process documentation, including process descriptions, work instructions, and templates.
- Providing training and support to teams on ASPICE processes and best practices.
- Facilitated process improvement workshops and provided guidance on optimizing processes.
- Collaborated with external auditors and project teams during ASPICE assessments.
- Experienced to generate comprehensive assessment reports with detailed findings and recommendations for process enhancements.
Senior Engineer
Mercedes-Benz Research and Development India Private Ltd
01.2016 - 01.2022
- Model Based Development: Proficient in utilizing model-based development approaches and tools, such as MATLAB/Simulink, to develop Transmission Software.
- Requirement Management: Proven experience in effectively managing requirements for Gear Actuator, Gear Shift Strategy, Clutch Control, Oil & Hydraulics functions of Dual Clutch Transmission, ensuring alignment with project objectives and customer needs.
- Unit Testing: Competent in carrying out unit testing of the developed Dual Clutch Transmission functions to validate their functionality and adherence to specifications.
- Test Specification Development: Skilled in creating test specifications for Dual Clutch Transmission functions, collaborating with the Function Developers to ensure comprehensive validation of the developed functions.
- SILVER Simulation: Experienced in simulating various scenarios in SILVER (Software-in-the-Loop Verification and Validation Environment for Real-Time Applications) to validate Dual Clutch Transmission functions at the vehicle level.
- Functional Safety Validation: Proficient in conducting Safety Validation of Hydraulics Monitoring functions in SIL environment, ensuring their functionality, performance, and integration within the larger system.
- Failure Analysis: Skilled in conducting failure analysis based on field reports, test drive data, and endurance test runs to identify root causes and propose appropriate solutions.
- Bug Reporting: Proactive in identifying and presenting bugs in weekly REKO (Requirements, Errors, and Complaints) meetings to various stakeholders, enabling prompt resolution and alignment.
- Vehicle-Level Testing: Knowledgeable in performing testing at the vehicle level to ensure the safe and reliable functioning of the developed functions, considering real-world scenarios and potential risks.
- Support and Collaboration: Strong ability to support and collaborate with function developers by reproducing error scenarios in SILVER and verifying solutions for reported errors.
- Technical Training: Capable of delivering technical training sessions on Dual Clutch transmission functions to new colleagues in the team, enhancing their understanding and knowledge.
- Communication: Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, facilitating effective collaboration with team members, stakeholders, and cross-functional teams.
- Knowledge of Automotive Standards: Familiarity with automotive standards and regulations, such as ISO 26262, ensuring compliance with safety requirements and best practices throughout the development and testing processes.
Software Engineer
L&T Technology Services
04.2014 - 01.2016
- Code generation from Simulink Models for Advance Driver Assistant System functions using TargetLink for Multiple OEMs
- Understanding Autonomous Driving features like Lane Keep Assist, Adaptive Cruise Control, Collision Warning System
- Mapping of generated code with Simulink Models
- Generate test cases using REACTIS Tool for code coverage
- Performing MIL and SIL Testing to check for any deviations against the Model and generated code
- Performing Acceptance Testing for Actual Vehicle Data
- Main Emphasis: Fixed point and Floating-point Auto-coding using TargetLink SIL testing and Software Integration testing
- Debugging in SIL environment to match the outputs from Model and Code.
System Engineer
Tata Consultancy Services Ltd
12.2011 - 04.2014
- Analyze the Legacy C Code specifications and requirements for Japanese Automatic Transmission Company (JATCO)
- Model based development in Simulink/Stateflow from requirements
- Checking MAAB Guidelines for developed Simulink Models
- Scaling of model and Autocode generation using Dspace TargetLink Tool
- Model guidelines checking using MINT and Auto Test cases generation using REACTIS tool
- Performing MIL and SIL test
- Main Emphasis: Validation of the control software by performing MIL, and SIL tests.
Education
Bachelor of Engineering (B.E) - Electronics and Communication
VTU (Visvesvaraya Technological University)
India06.2011
Skills
- Automotive Software Development
- Model Based Development
- Auto Code Generation
- Simulation and Validation of Application Software
- Functional Safety
- Requirement Engineering
- ISO 26262 - Part 6
- ASPICE
Technical Skills
Requirement Management: IBM DOORS, PTC Integrity/Windchill, Intland Codebeamer
Model Based Development: MATLAB, Simulink, Stateflow
AutoCode Generation: dSPACE TargetLink, Embedded Coder
Modeling Guideline: MXAM
Static Code Analysis: Polyspace, Axivion
Simulation and Validation: SILVER, TestWeaver
Measurement Analysis: Vector CANape
Test Management: Xray
Project Management: Jira
Certification
- ISTQB Certified Tester Foundation Level
- ASPICE Provisional Assessor
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
German
Beginner (A1)
Hindi
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Kannada
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Timeline
Software and Functions Engineer
AVL Software & Functions Gmbh
01.2022 - Current
Senior Engineer
Mercedes-Benz Research and Development India Private Ltd
01.2016 - 01.2022
Software Engineer
L&T Technology Services
04.2014 - 01.2016
System Engineer
Tata Consultancy Services Ltd
12.2011 - 04.2014
Bachelor of Engineering (B.E) - Electronics and Communication
VTU (Visvesvaraya Technological University)
- ISTQB Certified Tester Foundation Level
- ASPICE Provisional Assessor
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