Kumarraju Appikonda

Motivated Electronics and Communication Engineering graduate with strong proficiency in Embedded Systems, C programming, Linux basics, microcontrollers, electronic circuit design, and PCB development. Skilled in embedded firmware development, hardware debugging, testing, and interfacing using industry-standard tools and instruments including Oscilloscope, Logic Analyzer, and Spectrum Analyzer. Possess exposure to related domains including IoT, VLSI Front-End and Back-End Design, and industrial communication systems.

Experienced in schematic design, PCB design, hardware validation, troubleshooting, and system-level testing. Seeking an opportunity with a reputed organization to contribute to innovative projects and build a long-term association with the firm.

Research & Development Intern - Pranayuv Technologies (AMTZ)

(2025-12 - 2026-05)

Working on IoT, embedded systems, and PCB design for real-world AMTZ R&D projects

• Works on ESP32 (S3,C3), ESP8266, and Raspberry Pi 5, firmware development using Arduino IDE
• Implemented MOSFET driver circuits for high-speed switching and load control in embedded hardware
• Worked with motor driver ICs and PWM-based control for linear/rear actuators, BLDC and DC motors
• Implemented wireless communication using Wi-Fi, NFC, ESP-NOW,UART, SPI, I²C, I²S protocols
• Used Oscilloscope, Spectrum Analyzer, Logic Analyzer,Multimeter for hardware testing and debugging

Physical Design Intern - Abhyasa Semicon Technologies

(2025-05 - 2025-06)

Completed a VLSI Physical Design internship with exposure to RTL-to-GDSII Design flow

• Worked on synthesis, placement, and routing stages
• Gained hands-on experience with Cadence (Genus and Innovus)
• Applied knowledge of Linux, CMOS, TCL, and PD methodologies

TELECOM Dept Intern - Vizag Steel Plant, RINL, VSP

(2025-01 - 2025-02)

Gained hands-on experience in telecom and wireless communications systems at RINL VSP

• Worked with walkie-talkies, base stations, and CCTV systems
• Programmed and troubleshot devices using Professional Radio CPS tools
• Exposure to industry-level telecom operations and maintenance

Internship Trainee (VLSI) - HMI Engineering Services

(2025-05 - 2025-07)

Completed an internship with exposure to Digital Electronics and VLSI fundamentals

• Worked on ECAD tools for basic circuit design and analysis
• Acquired practical exposure to Verilog HDL concepts
• Understood industry-oriented VLSI design workflows

Drone Intern - Rosys Virtual Solutions Pvt. Ltd, VSP

(2024-08 - 2024-10)

Done an internship in Drone design, Development, and Drone Deployment applications

• Worked on drone assembly and controller-based operations
• Obtanied hands-on experience in UAV system integration
• Collaborated with AU Innovation Center on A-HUB

BTech - Electronics and Communication Engineering (ECE) - Sanketika Vidya Parishad Engineering Collage (2022 - 2026)

Intermediate - MPC - The Board of Intermediate Education, Andhra Pradesh (2020 - 2022)

Secondary Education - The Board of Secondary Education Of Andhra Pradesh (2020 - 2020)