Jade Cutinhola

Senior Engineer with extensive experience across the full electronic product lifecycle — from hardware architecture and PCB design to certification and mass production. Proven track record leading complex international projects involving analog and digital design, high-speed interfaces, RF, FPGAs, and ARM-based microcontrollers. Expert in multilayer PCB design (DFM, DFT, EMC), embedded firmware development, industrial communication protocols, and wireless connectivity.

Strong background in regulatory compliance (CE, FCC, Anatel, ISO) and hands-on experience with project commissioning and implementation across Brazil, Latin America, Europe, and Asia.

Senior Embedded Software Engineer at Magneti Marelli (2025-12 – Present)

Engineer responsible for the integration, continuous development, and maintenance of embedded software for FIAT and RENAULT passenger vehicles. Solid experience in programming with C, Python, Bash, Bat, Yocto, and FreeBSD, focusing on embedded operating systems and ARM architecture. Proficient with Vector tools (CANAnalyzer, CANoe, DIAnalyzer) and ONEPLM for analysis, testing, and validation of automotive networks, including CAN, LIN, and FlexRay communication.

Involved in electronic control unit (ECU) development projects, implementation of automotive protocols (UDS, ISO 14229, ISO 26262), configuration and customization of embedded operating systems, integration of software requirements according to AUTOSAR standards, and support for homologation processes. Experienced in CI/CD pipelines, version control, hardware-software integration, unit testing, integration testing, and fault analysis. Strong knowledge of functional safety, cybersecurity, and international standards.

Skilled in multidisciplinary teamwork, collaborating with hardware, validation, and requirements teams, as well as suppliers and customers within the automotive sector.

Senior Hardware and Software Engineer at Bosch (2021-09 – 2025-12)

Lead projects from sizing to commissioning, delivery, and post-implementation support. Responsible for developing firmware in C language for SoC, ARM Cortex-C, cross-compilation, Python for automation, embedded Linux software using Yocto Project for SoM, and developing multi-layer hardware using Altium Design. Developed and configured U-Boot, DTB, and kernel for embedded Linux systems, ensuring seamless boot process and system stability.

Gather requirements from clients, act as an interface between the client and development teams, prepare technical specifications, define the system architecture, and select hardware and software components. Coordinate cross-functional teams and manage project delivery in compliance with international standards and regulatory compliance.

Embedded Systems Software Developer at Promon Logicalis (2019-09 – 2021-09)

Developed and integrated embedded systems from requirements definition to implementation and testing. Delivered projects in remote monitoring, asset tracking, and energy consumption management, ensuring seamless hardware-software integration. Programmed ARM Cortex microcontrollers in C, developing and implementing communication stacks and protocols for Bluetooth, LoRa, MODBUS, and GPRS connectivity, as well as integrating acceleration and temperature sensors.

Acted as liaison between customers and engineering teams to define technical solutions and ensure compliance with standards.

Hardware and Firmware Engineer at SmartMotion (2018-01 – 2019-09)

Designed automation and sensor systems for industrial and urban applications. Responsible for schematic design, PCB layout, product certification, communication interfaces, and system integration. Participated in energy management projects from design to field validation.

Developed bootloaders in C and Assembly for embedded systems. Worked with SQL databases for data management and system integration. Experienced with RS485 and RS232 networks, conversion of through-hole (PTH) to surface-mount (SMD) PCB designs, and implementation of custom communication network protocols.

Embedded Development Engineer at Apliant (2017-01 – 2018-01)

Developed hardware and embedded firmware for medical devices, leading the complete product lifecycle from concept and electronics design to mechanical enclosure, certification, prototyping, and mass production. Designed and implemented a high-complexity mathematical algorithm for body fat measurement in an electronic adipometer. Responsible for the firmware stack handling magnetic angle sensing of the electronic caliper, integrating Bluetooth communication for data transmission.

Worked with multiple sensor technologies and database integration for portable clinical devices.

Postgraduate in Data Science & Artificial Intelligence in Data Science & Artificial Intelligence – Universidade Mackenzie (2021-06)

B.Sc. in Electrical and Electronic Engineering in Electrical and Electronic Engineering – Universidade Tecnológica Federal do Paraná (2017-01)

Technical Degree in Electronics in Electronics – ETEC Aristóteles Ferreira (2011-01)