Anand Rajendran
Full-Stack Solution Architect | AI Engineer || Automotive Test Solution Architect | Technical Project Manager
About Me
From Embedded Systems Leadership to AI Engineering
I've spent 13+ years building things that matter - critical automotive systems that keep people safe. I started as an engineer, grew into leadership, and led teams through complex programs. Along the way, I learned that great engineering isn't about the tools; it's about understanding systems deeply and solving problems others can't see yet.
In 2023, I voluntarily chose to leave my last job to upskill in AI and completed an intensive full-time AI/ML PG-Diploma at CDAC in 2024. This wasn't about leaving embedded systems behind - it was about expanding how I think about them. Machine learning and embedded systems both demand systems thinking, architectural clarity, and the patience to debug complex problems while putting my transferable skills to best use.
What excites me now is bringing this perspective to new challenges. I can architect intelligent systems. I can lead technical teams. I can build full-stack solutions that are both elegant and production-ready. I'm looking for roles where deep technical expertise, leadership experience, and fresh AI/ML skills converge to solve meaningful problems.
Personal Information
Skills
Artificial Intelligence & Data Science
Full Stack & Programming
Cloud & DevOps
Automotive & Embedded Systems
Management & Processes
Experience
13.5 Years of Professional Experience!
Automotive Project Management & Agile Transformation Consultant
Technical Specialist (Manager)
Solutions Architect [Principal Engineer – I]
Senior Consultant [Manager]
Deputy Manager [Project Chief]
Project Leader / Senior Software Engineer
Senior Systems Engineer / Systems Engineer
Education
Educational Background
P.G. Diploma
Artificial Intelligence
M.E.
Embedded System Technologies
B.E.
Electrical & Electronics Engineering
12th (Intermediate)
10th (Secondary)
Professional Training
LinkedIn Trainings & Certifications
Learning Paths
- Microservices Foundations
- Design Patterns
- Software Architecture: Breaking a Monolith into Microservices
- Deep Learning: Foundations
- Artificial Intelligence Foundations: Neural Networks
- Deep Learning with Python: Convolutional Neural Networks
- AI Workshop: Build a Neural Network with PyTorch Lightning
- Deep Learning with Python: Optimizing Deep Learning Models
- Introduction to Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs)
- AI Workshop: Hands-on with GANs Using Dense Neural Networks
- AI Workshop: Hands-on with GANs with Deep Convolutional Networks
- Getting Started with Microservices
- Design Patterns
- Security
- Overview
- Budgets
- Communication
- Teams
- Requirements
- Risk
- Schedules
- Ethics
Courses
AI & Data Science
Backend & Microservices
Leadership & Professional Development
Design & Communication
Project Management Tools
Others
Achievements & Recognitions
FCA IT
FCA Engg
L&T TS
Infosys
Portfolio and Projects
Portfolio / Freelancing Projects
Comprehensive web application for job seekers and employers with role-based access, advanced search filters, skill matrix matching, real-time notifications and chat functionality
- User authentication and role-based access control
- Advanced job search with filters and skill matrix
- Real-time notifications and chat
- Responsive UI design
- Production-ready scalable architecture
Deep Learning model for automatic speech recognition and speech-to-text transcription supporting multiple accents and noise conditions
- Deep learning model for audio transcription
- Support for noisy/noiseless audio
- Indian and international accent recognition
- Deployed on AWS EC2
- Production-ready web application
Reconfigurable digital automotive instrument cluster (dashboard) application demonstrating modern HMI design principles and automotive communication protocols using PyQt5 framework with Decks and Cards architecture
- Reconfigurable digital gauge clusters with real-time data visualization
- Modular deck-based UI component system for automotive displays
- Automotive SOME/IP protocol implementation for vehicle network integration
- Multi-source chime notification system with event logging
- Telltale/warning light indicator system with zone-based positioning
- Remote REST API interface for cluster control and monitoring
- Extensible configuration-driven architecture
Professional Projects
Managed functional verification of Classic AUTOSAR Base Software for STLA-Brain and STLA-AD projects covering ADAS, BCM and Zonal Control ECUs
- Functional verification of Classic AUTOSAR BSW
- Diagnostics (DoIP) verification
- Multi-vehicle program support (MY24-26)
- Test automation for regression testing
- Large team management and coordination
Functional validation of Instrument Cluster Middleware for various vehicle functions and diagnostics for German OEM client
- Middleware data flow validation
- Instrument cluster feature testing
- DoIP diagnostics validation
- Test automation support
- Regression testing implementation
Functional validation of Instrument Cluster component (Application and Platform software) across multiple vehicle models and variants
- Test case development and reviews
- Vehicle function validation
- UDS diagnostics testing
- Voltage profile testing
- Test automation on target hardware
Software-In-Loop Testing of Instrument Cluster HMI Application Software for various vehicle functions across different vehicle models and variants
- Test stimuli development
- SIL testing on PC-based simulator
- Vehicle function HMI behaviour verification
- Defect reporting and analysis
- Support for new and carry-over programs
Developed automated regression test framework for Body Control Module application software with PC front-end and Excel-based test database
- Automated test execution framework
- Excel-based test database
- PC front-end application
- CPU simulator regression testing
- Multi-OEM/Model support
Design and development of Application and Device Driver software for automotive Head Up Display with HMI graphics and LCD integration
- HMI graphics and library integration
- LCD driver porting
- SPI and PWM drivers
- Board and LCD bring-up
- Integration testing on target
Design and development of Side View Mirror Monitor with camera and LCD display integration with rain drop removal algorithm
- Application chain module development
- Camera capture and display integration
- Rain drop removal algorithm integration
- ARM+DSP multi-core SoC
- Board bring-up and integration testing
Design and development of reconfigurable 12-inch TFT digital instrument panel cluster for Japanese Tier-1 automotive customer
- 12.3-inch LCD driver porting
- UART handler and message buffer
- SPI driver for LCD initialization
- Linux device driver development
- HMI library integration
Development and maintenance of datalink (CAN, J1939), diagnostics and common software modules for Engine, Machine and Network ECMs
- J1939 and CDL datalink implementation
- NVM and clock modules
- Multi-platform porting and validation
- Hardware abstraction layer development
- Feature enhancement and maintenance
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