Sadhana Khamari
Embedded Software Engineer | Virtual ECU & Vehicle Simulation | AUTOSAR | Model-Based Development
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About
Embedded Software Engineer with 3+ years of experience in virtual ECU (vECU) build flows, virtualization, and model-based design (MBD) within the automotive domain. Hands-on experience with dSPACE VEOS, SystemDesk, and ControlDesk, as well as Synopsys VDK for virtual prototyping and early software validation. Working knowledge of AUTOSAR Classic and Adaptive concepts, MIL/SIL testing within the V-Model lifecycle, and Python-based automation for MATLAB/Simulink and TargetLink toolchains.
Strong communicator with proven experience collaborating directly with OEM stakeholders, and a track record of mentoring and cross-functional knowledge transfer.
Experience
Software Engineer - KPIT Technologies - Pune, Maharashtra
(2023-06)
- Developed, integrated, and validated virtual ECUs (vECUs) using MATLAB/Simulink and dSPACE (SystemDesk, VEOS, ControlDesk) following the V-Model development lifecycle; supported MIL and SIL testing for virtual ECU platforms.
- Performed virtual ECU development and early software validation using Synopsys VDK, enabling virtual prototyping, performance benchmarking, and reduced hardware dependency during development phases.
- Refactored and generalized MATLAB/TargetLink Simulink automation scripts into reusable helper functions, including generalized stub-generation logic for unconnected ports, improving maintainability and reuse of automation tooling across projects.
- Designed and debugged vehicle network communication over CAN and Automotive Ethernet, ensuring full compliance with OEM specifications and communication standards.
- Delivered technical training, mentoring, and cross-functional knowledge transfer to junior engineers on coding guidelines, dSPACE toolchain usage, and process standards, improving team adherence and onboarding efficiency.
- Authored and maintained software documentation including user manuals, design descriptions, and Root Cause Analysis (RCA) reports, supporting customer releases, defect tracking, and continuous process improvement.
- Recognized with 3 Spot Awards: Team Comrade Award, Manager Discretion Award, and High Flyer Award for consistent high performance and collaborative impact.
Education
M.Tech - Automotive Electronics - BITS Pilani, Work Integrated Learning Programme (2026-01 - 2027-12)
B.Tech - Electrical Engineering - JSPM's Rajarshi Shahu College of Engineering, Pune (2019-08 - 2023-08)
