Likhita K

Embedded Software Engineer @HCLTech

US

Designed and developed embedded firmware (C/C++) for networking devices (routers, switches, firewalls), optimizing protocol stacks (TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF) and improving packet processing speed by 20%- Built Linux kernel modules and device drivers (Ethernet, PCIe, USB, UART, SPI, I2C), enhancing stability across 15+ product lines- Integrated RTOS (FreeRTOS, VxWorks) into embedded solutions, achieving sub-millisecond response times for mission-critical applications- Implemented secure OTA update mechanisms with cryptographic validation, ensuring compliance with ISO 26262 automotive safety standards- Partnered with hardware teams to debug low-level issues (JTAG, oscilloscopes, logic analyzers), reducing defect leakage by 30%- Automated testing and CI/CD pipelines using Python, Jenkins, and GitLab CI, cutting test cycles by 40% and accelerating releases- Integrated IoT protocols (MQTT, Modbus, Zigbee) to enable real-time telemetry and remote monitoring for enterprise clients- Implemented network security features (TLS/SSL, secure boot, access controls), ensuring compliance with HIPAA, GDPR, and Zero Trust frameworks.

Purdue University Northwest

Master's degree

Purdue University Northwest

Post Baccalaureate Certificate