Koundinya Jallepalli

About Koundinya Jallepalli

Hello, Brilliant Minds! I’m Koundinya, an Engineer at Design Evaluation Engineering at Analog Devices, passionate about ensuring high-performance and reliable IC designs.In my role, I specialize in validating HDMI and MIPI protocol-based ICs, leveraging Python, Verilog, Embedded C, and FPGA skills to design and execute innovative test scenarios. I bring expertise in protocols like UART, I2C, SPI, HDMI, MIPI, I2S, SPDIF, and advanced audio standards like Dolby Audio and DTS. Through tool development and collaboration with cross-functional teams, I’ve streamlined validation processes, debugged complex issues, and delivered high-quality outcomes.I hold an MTech in Signal Processing and Communication from DIAT-DRDO, where I earned a gold medal for academic excellence, and a BTech in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from MVGR College of Engineering.During my internship at Intel Corporation, I contributed to the post-silicon validation of RAS features for next-gen Xeon processors, developing and automating test scripts and debug tools that enhanced validation efficiency and accuracy. Let’s connect and discuss how we can collaborate to innovate and excel in the semiconductor industry.

Experience

1. Engineer, Design Evaluation Engineering

   Analog Devices

   Jun 2023 — Present · Hyderabad, IN

   Contributed to the emulation and validation of high-performance ICs, specializing in HDMI protocol-based designs and high-speed interfaces. Key accomplishments include:Validation: Led validation of HDMI Audio and eARC functionalities on silicon and emulation platforms, working with diverse audio formats, including multiple audio processing techniques for various audio codecs.Advanced Lab Analysis: Utilized oscilloscopes, signal generators, analyzers, power sources, and HDMI generators/sinks for in-depth IC analysis and performance refinement.Debugging Tool Development: Designed and implemented a user-friendly debugging tool for streamlined macro execution on ICs, enhancing efficiency in validation processes and debugging configuration level issues.MATLAB Modeling: Developed MATLAB models and GUIs to improve IC simulation, verification, and performance evaluation.RTL Debugging: Analyzed and debugged RTL code to identify root causes of issues, delivering firmware-level workarounds and solutions where needed.Hardware Debugging: Demonstrated expertise in resolving hardware board-level issues, ensuring robust IC functionality and reliability.

Education

• MVGR College of Engineering

  Bachelor of Technology - BTech, Electrical and Electronics Engineering

• Defence Institute of Advanced Technology (DIAT), DU, DRDO

  Master of Technology - MTech, Signal Processing and Communication