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ARUN JOSHI

Melbourne

Summary

Seasoned software engineering leader and validation expert with 18+ years of experience in leading-edge semiconductor and consumer electronics industries. Recognized for driving product development and launch initiatives, offering valuable expertise in establishing top-tier standards for software validation and certification processes. Career highlights include pivotal roles in the successful deployment of advanced technology solutions, including leadership in Intel's FPGA AI Suite and Zephyr OS software validation. Boasts track record of leading projects at Sony EMCS to attain essential certifications for smart TVs, demonstrating superior skills in delivering results in demanding environments. Proactive professional highly experienced in managing large scale software projects. Clear communicator to interact with all levels of management staff. Background focused on developing and testing software innovations for IoT and mobile platforms.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

FPGA Tools Development Engineer.

Intel
03.2020 - 01.2024
  • Developed validation framework that streamlined FPGA bitstream validation, reducing validation time by freeing up 10 man-days of effort
  • Optimized deep learning workloads on Intel FPGA platforms, detecting critical performance issues before official software releases
  • Achieved 100% test coverage through automation, with no impact on performance KPIs, enhancing product reliability
  • Resolved about 3 critical issues per quarterly release cycle in deep learning workload execution on Intel FPGA machines
  • Implemented BATS automation tool for Clear Linux OS features validation, reducing manual testing efforts by approx
  • 10 days.

Software Engineering Manager

Intel
01.2019 - 02.2020
  • Led validation team of 6 members for timely delivery of Intel’s first Zephyr OS LTS release by focusing on targeted test execution, daily triage, and shared dashboards, resulting in zero critical issues open and over 95% test pass rate, accelerating time-to-market; received DRA (Department Recognition Award) last 5 years
  • Transitioning into software validation role for Zephyr RTOS, assumed responsibility from remote team and delivered robust test capacity for triumphant product launch
  • Oversaw establishment of test automation pipeline running daily for Clear Linux OS validation across multiple hardware platforms, including triaging and reporting of issues, and maintaining reporting dashboard.

Project Manager

Sony EMCS (TV)
11.2013 - 12.2018
  • Coordinated with third-party vendor teams and internal functional teams at Sony to expedite resolution of critical issues, resulting in significant reduction in issue resolution time
  • Implemented daily triaging and defect categorization meetings to enhance bug-fixing rates, with defined SLAs for priority 1, 2, and 3 issues
  • Achieved high accuracy in software estimation data and supported project launches for Sony TVs by monitoring defect trends and setting KPIs for readiness to market milestones
  • Utilized historical defect data to inform estimations for new projects and monitored open issues on JIRA dashboards against baseline trends to ensure adherence to launch schedules
  • Spearheaded integration of Netflix features and achieved 'Netflix Ready' certification for FY16 models, demonstrating prowess in technical leadership.

Validation Project Manager

Sony Mobile
03.2006 - 07.2013
  • Implemented risk-based testing strategy, reducing testing team from 10 members to 4-member Product Response Team (PRT) and optimizing testing efforts by defining parent and child products based on common features
  • Achieved significant improvements in product software quality KPIs through meticulous planning, execution, and reporting of test activities, resulting in reduced critical open issues, increased test pass rates, and expanded test coverage
  • Successfully managed Product Project Risk list, leading to remarkable 30% reduction in team size per project and minimizing redundant testing efforts across global teams
  • Responded to customer service feedback by incorporating less than 1% of new test cases into testing suite, enhancing defect detection efficiency and preventing future market leaks
  • Provided mentorship and training, resulting in 75% reduction in queries regarding test execution and reporting, and facilitating smoother reporting processes, boosting overall team productivity.

Education

M.E. (Software Engineering) - Software Engineering

Thapar University
Patiala, India
12.2001

Master of Science - Mathematics

Dungar Govt College
Bikaner, India
06.1999

Bachelor of Science - Computer Science

JNVU University
Jodhpur, India
06.1996

Skills

  • Languages - Python, C, C
  • Scripts - Bash, Perl
  • HP ALM, JIRA, Confluence
  • Test Automation - PyTest, TCF, BATS
  • Systems testing

Major Highlights

  • Experienced Manager: 15+ years in software engineering with Intel, Sony TV, and Sony Mobile.
  • Key Achievements: Led successful launches of FPGA AI Suite and Zephyr OS at Intel; managed projects for Sony smart TVs, securing Netflix Ready Certification.
  • Leadership & Initiative: Strong leader, stepped up as manager during a transition period at Intel, ensuring smooth operations.
  • Teamwork Success: Solely managed software validation during COVID-19, resulting in project success and promotion.
  • Key Strengths: Expertise in project planning, execution, and quality delivery; adaptability to new technologies, including deep learning toolkits; proficiency in Japanese at JLPT level 4, enhancing cross-cultural communication and collaboration capabilities; excellent oral and written communication skills; strategic planner adept in cross-functional collaboration and strong project management and stakeholder engagement skills.
  • Continuous Learning: Stay updated with industry trends through online learning platforms and team knowledge-sharing sessions.

Timeline

FPGA Tools Development Engineer.

Intel
03.2020 - 01.2024

Software Engineering Manager

Intel
01.2019 - 02.2020

Project Manager

Sony EMCS (TV)
11.2013 - 12.2018

Validation Project Manager

Sony Mobile
03.2006 - 07.2013

M.E. (Software Engineering) - Software Engineering

Thapar University

Master of Science - Mathematics

Dungar Govt College

Bachelor of Science - Computer Science

JNVU University
ARUN JOSHI