Harsha Patil

Harsha Patil

Technology Manager @ Tata Elxsi

About

🚗 𝐓𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐧𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐲 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐫 | 𝐀𝐮𝐭𝐨𝐦𝐨𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐄𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐝𝐝𝐞𝐝 𝐒𝐲𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐦𝐬 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐭 | 𝐓𝐚𝐭𝐚 𝐄𝐥𝐱𝐬𝐢 🚗 As a Technology Manager at Tata Elxsi, I bring over 19 years of specialized experience in automotive embedded software to deliver high-impact solutions for clients worldwide. My expertise lies in end-to-end design, development, validation, and requirement management of complex automotive systems, focusing on quality, innovation, and customer satisfaction. My career is built on a foundation of hands-on technical skills and strategic project leadership in body control systems, vehicle access, security, HVAC, Human-Machine Interface (HMI), and Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) domains, complemented by a DFSS Black Belt certification. 🎖️ 📌 Current Project Focus: VALEO Japan’s Driver Front Camera In my current role, I’m responsible for managing the driver front camera project requirements for VALEO Japan. This project involves close collaboration with cross-functional teams & stakeholders across borders to ensure seamless alignment, strict quality controls & regulatory compliance. My responsibilities span across requirement gathering, analysis, review & validation, where I drive key technical and operational decisions to enhance both product quality and customer satisfaction. 🔧 Core Skills and Tools Expertise I have developed a robust technical toolkit over the years, with a strong command of essential automotive testing & development tools & other industry-specific platforms that ensure precision & efficiency. My daily responsibilities involve: • Manual and Automation Testing: Ensuring accurate and comprehensive testing practices for all projects, balancing automation with manual verification where necessary. • System and Integration Testing: Conducting in-depth tests to validate the integration and functionality of automotive systems, from individual modules to complete vehicle systems. • Project and Quality Management: Utilizing a mix of agile methodologies and structured project management frameworks to deliver projects on time, within scope, and at the highest quality. 💼 Notable Achievements and Contributions Throughout my career, I have had the privilege of leading and contributing to numerous high-stakes projects that required technical precision, innovative problem-solving, and deep industry knowledge. I take pride in my ability to work effectively in cross-cultural environments & multi-disciplinary teams, driving projects that push the boundaries of automotive embedded technology.

Country

Japan

City

Tokyo

Industry

Information Technology & Services

Skill

Automotive, Requirements Analysis, Requirements Management, System Integration Testing, Automotive Protocols & Standards- CAN, LIN, and GMLAN, Unit Testing, Embedded Systems, Request for Quotation (RFQ), Advanced Driver-Assistance Systems (ADAS), Six Sigma Black Belt, Design for Six Sigma (DFSS), Cybersecurity, Cross-functional Team Leadership, DFSS Black Belt, Team Management, Business Case Preparation, Business Case Development, Project Teams, Customer Satisfaction, Code of Ethics

Experience

Tata Elxsi

Technology Manager

Tata Elxsi

LinkedIn
2022-4 - Present · 4 yrs 6 mos

Tokyo, Japan

𝑲𝒆𝒚 𝑹𝒆𝒔𝒑𝒐𝒏𝒔𝒊𝒃𝒊𝒍𝒊𝒕𝒊𝒆𝒔 – ❖ Global Program Delivery & Leadership : Overseeing the end-to-end management of technology projects, including handling teams spread across various country, defining and aligning requirement management processes, coordinating cross-functional teams and stakeholders, ensuring compliance with system requirements, and driving successful project execution. ❖ Requirement Management and Lifecycle: Defining and aligning the Requirement Management Process (RMP) across Functional Owners, Software, Mechanical, and Test requirements. Managing and tracking requirement lifecycle statuses, including document version control and change management ❖ Stakeholder and Team Coordination: Serving as the interface between internal teams, external stakeholders, and suppliers for efficient requirement exchanges. Coordinating review sessions with cross-functional team members to ensure thorough requirement validation and compliance ❖ Test Planning and Execution Developing, reviewing, and approving Master and Release Test Plans for ADAS validation. Performing manual and automated validations to ensure system compliance and achieve software freeze. ❖ Issue Tracking and Project Reporting: Tracking issues and bugs using JIRA, adhering to Automotive SPICE standards for milestone deliverables. Monitoring and reporting project KPIs to Senior Management on a regular basis, including overseeing offsite team management and RFQ handling.

Tata Elxsi

Specialist

Tata Elxsi

LinkedIn
2018-11 - Present · 7 yrs 11 mos

Bengaluru Area, India

General Motors

Lead Engineer

General Motors

LinkedIn
2009-8 - 2018-11 · 9 yrs 4 mos

Bengaluru Area, India

𝑲𝒆𝒚 𝑹𝒆𝒔𝒑𝒐𝒏𝒔𝒊𝒃𝒊𝒍𝒊𝒕𝒊𝒆𝒔 – ❖ Test Procedure Development and Planning: Developed and delivered test procedures based on vehicle, cadence, and software timelines, aligning with global validation team requirements. Wrote and implemented test plans for specific vehicle features to ensure compliance with system requirements, contributing to structured validation activities. ❖ Manual and Automated Validation Execution: Conducted manual and automated validation of HBOPV subsystems using vehicle setups, benches, and dSPACE-HIL simulations, ensuring compliance with functional and software requirements. Executed tests with protocols such as CAN, LIN, and GMLAN until achieving 100% software freeze, ensuring system readiness for production. ❖ Diagnostic Validation and Error Handling: Validated diagnostic services and troubleshooting codes (DTCs) to ensure accurate error reporting and system diagnostics across all services. Performed extensive testing to verify the correct operation of all diagnostic features and ensure adherence to required standards. ❖ Issue Reporting and Tracking: Reported and tracked issues and bugs using tools such as ESIMS, RTC Synergy, and PRTS server, ensuring effective issue resolution and progress monitoring. Maintained detailed records of all issues, ensuring timely updates and effective documentation of resolutions throughout the testing process.

KPIT

Senior Software Engineer

KPIT

LinkedIn
2008-1 - 2009-7 · 1 yr 7 mos

Bengaluru Area, India

𝑲𝒆𝒚 𝑹𝒆𝒔𝒑𝒐𝒏𝒔𝒊𝒃𝒊𝒍𝒊𝒕𝒊𝒆𝒔 – ❖ Software Development and Code Validation: Developed and validated embedded software for automotive systems, ensuring alignment with client specifications and design requirements. Conducted thorough code reviews to guarantee compliance with industry standards. ❖ Test Case Development and Execution: Created and executed test cases for various automotive features, such as power windows and mirrors, to validate system functionality and ensure proper integration with hardware. ❖ Issue Identification and Reporting: Identified software defects through rigorous testing, documenting bugs and tracking resolutions to ensure timely fixes and system reliability. ❖ Collaboration with Cross-Functional Teams: Worked closely with hardware and software teams to ensure seamless integration between software and hardware, fostering effective communication and collaboration throughout the development lifecycle.

BCS Innovations

R&D Embedded Engineer

BCS Innovations

2006-1 - 2008-1 · 2 yrs 1 mo

Bengaluru Area, India

𝑲𝒆𝒚 𝑹𝒆𝒔𝒑𝒐𝒏𝒔𝒊𝒃𝒊𝒍𝒊𝒕𝒊𝒆𝒔 – ❖ Embedded System Design and Development: Designed and developed embedded systems for automotive applications, focusing on CAN communication protocols and system integration to meet client specifications and project requirements. ❖ Firmware Programming and Optimization: Programmed and optimized firmware in C/C++ for embedded systems, ensuring efficient operation and compliance with system requirements for automotive products. ❖ Testing and Debugging: Conducted thorough testing and debugging of embedded systems, identifying and resolving software and hardware issues to ensure reliable performance.

Education

Visvesvaraya Technological University

Visvesvaraya Technological University

LinkedIn

Instrumentation Technology

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