Edwin Mercado

About Edwin Mercado

Hello! I’m Edwin Mercado, a driven and innovative Senior Embedded Software Architect with over two decades of experience in the tech industry, specifically in advancing firmware development for embedded systems. My journey has been marked by a relentless pursuit of excellence and leading high-impact projects that have set industry benchmarks. With a foundation in software and electrical engineering, I excel in integrating analytical rigor with creative problem-solving across the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), focusing on firmware design and embedded software. My ability to translate complex business needs into technical solutions has fostered trusted stakeholder relationships. What drives me is a passion for solving complex problems and working at the cutting edge of technology. This passion has been the guiding force behind my pursuit of innovative solutions and has kept me continually engaged with the latest advancements in our field. Key Innovative Leadership: Led Intel\'s pioneering development of its first safety-critical Software Test Library, a cornerstone in functional safety for automotive and industrial Strategic Contributions: Directed the BIOS team to deliver Intel® Xeon® BIOS solutions ahead of schedule, contributing to the development and validation of support for cutting-edge Technical Leadership: Navigated intricate firmware challenges in developing eSPI/LPC bridge support for next-gen platforms, exemplifying my adaptability and technical Collaborative Excellence: My leadership in cross-functional teams has underscored the importance of early engagement and continuous improvement in overcoming complex challenges and surpassing goals. Armed with a broad technical skill set, including advanced proficiency in C/C++/C#, Java, Perl, VHDL, Verilog, PHP, and JavaScript, and experience with Linux, Windows, and real-time operating systems, I am prepared for the challenges of tomorrow. My educational background with Master of Science degrees in Software Engineering and Electrical Engineering from Arizona State University and Worcester Polytechnic Institute has solidified my technical foundation. As I eagerly anticipate the next phase of my career, I am passionate about driving innovation, mentoring emerging engineers, and contributing to projects that not only push technological boundaries but also have a profound societal impact.

Experience

1. Software Engineer

   Intel

   Nov 2005 — Present

Education

• Worcester Polytechnic Institute

  Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Computer Science

  1997 — 2001

• Worcester Polytechnic Institute

  Bachelor of Science - BS, Electrical Engineering

  1997 — 2001

• Worcester Polytechnic Institute

  Master of Science - MS, Electrical Engineering

• Arizona State University

  Master of Science - MS, Software Engineer