Experience

ClearMotion

• Automotive

• Director - FAS Systems, SW, E/E & Vehicle Integration

  • Mar 2022 - Present

  Engineering head for 45+ motivated and strong team of software, systems, E/E, FuSa/CySe and vehicle integration engineers. Direct the software, systems, FuSa, CySe engineering and Vehicle integration aspects of the product - preparing for industrialisation and mass production. Part of Senior management roundtable - technically and strategically guiding CMI into industrialisation phase

• Director - EMM & Software Engineering

  • Nov 2021 - Mar 2022

• Software Engineering Manager

  • Jan 2021 - Nov 2021

• Principal Software Engineer

  • Jun 2020 - Dec 2020

  Nuneaton, Warwickshire, United Kingdom Introduced process and software development methodologies compliant with ASPICE and ISO26262. Worked with executive management team on product engineering strategies critical for production readiness. Key Contributions: - Introduced and implemented Software Development Plan for the very first time in the organisation for ASPICE and ISO26262 compliance. - Highlighted problems with and proposed solutions for product engineering strategy to the executive team that were readily… Show more Introduced process and software development methodologies compliant with ASPICE and ISO26262. Worked with executive management team on product engineering strategies critical for production readiness. Key Contributions: - Introduced and implemented Software Development Plan for the very first time in the organisation for ASPICE and ISO26262 compliance. - Highlighted problems with and proposed solutions for product engineering strategy to the executive team that were readily accepted and swiftly implemented. - Cross functional engagement to disseminate radical new process and development methodologies for safety critical product development. - Key contributor in product’s FuSa and Cyber Security strategy. - Strong mentoring and guidance for software and systems team - Ownership of software and EMM System delivery. - External and Internal stake holder interface for EMM ECU and software technical and strategic discussions.



AVSAR Ltd

• Automotive
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Core Software Technical Lead

  • Jan 2018 - Jun 2020

  Shirley, UK As a Core Software Technical Lead for ZF Steering systems, I develop AUTOSAR compliant next-gen EPS software for Level 4 autonomous driving. I maximise efficiency of a small agile team by developing new product concepts through extensive usage of rapid prototyping techniques to develop and deliver software quickly. I design systems, safety, and software specifications for fully redundant EPS system designed for Level 4 autonomous driving on public roads. Utilise Rhapsody 8.x for the… Show more As a Core Software Technical Lead for ZF Steering systems, I develop AUTOSAR compliant next-gen EPS software for Level 4 autonomous driving. I maximise efficiency of a small agile team by developing new product concepts through extensive usage of rapid prototyping techniques to develop and deliver software quickly. I design systems, safety, and software specifications for fully redundant EPS system designed for Level 4 autonomous driving on public roads. Utilise Rhapsody 8.x for the development of AUTOSAR compliant software architecture and create software components using Simulink Embedded coder and integrate using Vector DaVinci. Following are the key accomplishments: - Delivered a brand new technology fit for Autonomous Level 4 driving at DV level. - Contributed in systems design, safety case, software architecture, AUTOSAR software development, integration, and testing, while serving as technical lead of a small agile team.

• Global EPS Software Technical Lead for GM Projects

  • Nov 2009 - Jan 2018

  Solihull, West Midlands, United Kingdom As a Global EPS Software Technical Lead for GM projects, I steered the software architecture and design for Gen 3 ZF EPS steering system on various General Motors projects. I led the implementation of ZF processes to develop, validate, and deliver the software. I provided guidance and support to EPS dependability team by carrying out safety related activities, such as DRBFMs, HAZOPs, FMEAs, FITs, FTAs, and hazard testing. I assisted software project manager(s) in introducing software into… Show more As a Global EPS Software Technical Lead for GM projects, I steered the software architecture and design for Gen 3 ZF EPS steering system on various General Motors projects. I led the implementation of ZF processes to develop, validate, and deliver the software. I provided guidance and support to EPS dependability team by carrying out safety related activities, such as DRBFMs, HAZOPs, FMEAs, FITs, FTAs, and hazard testing. I assisted software project manager(s) in introducing software into series production by prioritising various technical tasks and co-ordinating with various functional teams. Key Contributions: - Achieved high quality software release on time by directing, motivating, and guiding off-shore and on-site project team. - Oversaw the implementation of cyber security on EPS, leading the systems, software, and manufacturing updates for this major technology implementation. - Engaged in engineering decision-making with GM to introduce Autonomous Level 3 driving as part of “super-cruise” feature on EPS for the first time. - Launched at least seven safety critical products into production with minimum warranty returns.

• Software Development Consultant

  • Apr 2008 - Nov 2009

  ROLE 1: Lead Software Engineer for Active Seat Belt Systems for Jaguar XJ 2010MY vehicles In this company as a Lead Software Engineer, I steered the conceptualisation, implementation, testing, and production launch of the world's first Active Seat Belt (ASB) system delivered on Jaguar XJ 2010MY vehicles. Technically led the development and production launch of the ASB module in liaison with TRW software team. I conceptualised and developed the MATLAB Simulink model of ASB… Show more ROLE 1: Lead Software Engineer for Active Seat Belt Systems for Jaguar XJ 2010MY vehicles In this company as a Lead Software Engineer, I steered the conceptualisation, implementation, testing, and production launch of the world's first Active Seat Belt (ASB) system delivered on Jaguar XJ 2010MY vehicles. Technically led the development and production launch of the ASB module in liaison with TRW software team. I conceptualised and developed the MATLAB Simulink model of ASB controller. Tested and approved the software for production release. Key Contribution: - Succeeded in conceptualising and launching the Active Seat Belt system into production. ROLE2: PMST Lead for Pedestrian Protection System on Jaguar Vehicles Steered the implementation of existing PED system to Jaguar XK, XF, and XJ vehicles. Directed software delivery process, including the management of supplier and production acceptance sign off.



ZF Group

• Germany
• Motor Vehicle Manufacturing
• 700 & Above Employee

• Lead Systems / Software Engineer for FIAT EPS systems

  • Feb 2001 - Apr 2008

  In this company, as a Lead Systems / Software engineer, I was involved in full life cycle development of Gen 1 TRW EPS system. I supported vehicle level integration by co-ordinating software releases and validating both EPS software and EPS integration into LKA/DST and APA features on FIAT Lancia. I have supported and developed FIAT test plans by generating and submitting test reports for FIAT’s approval. I have also specified production process and supported the production setup to… Show more In this company, as a Lead Systems / Software engineer, I was involved in full life cycle development of Gen 1 TRW EPS system. I supported vehicle level integration by co-ordinating software releases and validating both EPS software and EPS integration into LKA/DST and APA features on FIAT Lancia. I have supported and developed FIAT test plans by generating and submitting test reports for FIAT’s approval. I have also specified production process and supported the production setup to ensure smooth launch of the product. Key Contribution: - Successfully launched two products into production. - I led the systems software design and production launch of EPS with LKA, DST, and Semi Auto Parking all integrated for the first time on a TRW Steering system Show less