Mahesh Hegde

About Mahesh Hegde

With 21+ years of experience in automotive embedded software, AUTOSAR platforms, and cybersecurity, I have built my career around leading large engineering organizations, driving strategic programs, and shaping future-ready capabilities for global customers. I currently serve as a Program Director at Bosch Global Software Technologies, where I manage a $4M portfolio and lead delivery for key AUTOSAR base software components, including HSM security modules.My core strength lies in building and scaling high-performing engineering teams. I’ve led organizations of 50–90+ members, optimized resource structures, reduced overhead by $0.4M annually, and delivered up to 15% savings through automation and GenAI initiatives. I work closely with global stakeholders to align program objectives, strengthen collaboration, and ensure seamless integration across teams.Before my current role, I managed security platform development for microcontrollers (Tricore, RH850, RCAR) and established multi-department Adaptive AUTOSAR project teams. Earlier in my career, I built foundational expertise in AUTOSAR BSW, diagnostics, MCAL drivers, security modules (SHE+), and complex microcontroller-based development. Over the years, I’ve improved on-time delivery from 70% to 95%, reduced customer defects by 30%, and consistently earned trust through operational excellence and technical depth.I thrive at the intersection of engineering leadership, program strategy, and automotive technology evolution — especially in AUTOSAR, cybersecurity, embedded platforms, and Agile/SAFe execution. My focus is always on growing people, solving complex problems early, and delivering high-quality software that meets global automotive standards.If your organization is looking to scale engineering capabilities, strengthen automotive software delivery, or build leadership depth in embedded systems and security, let’s connect. I’d be happy to explore how I can contribute.

Experience

1. Program Director

   Bosch Global Software Technologies

   Mar 2024 — Present · Bengaluru, IN

   Lead delivery and strategic planning for key components of the AUTOSAR basesoftware, including HSM security modules.Achieved TNS(total net sales) of ~4 million USD business through AUTOSAR andCyber security servicesLed a 90+ member delivery organization, optimizing resource mix and reducing bench & overhead costs by 0.4M USD annually without impacting productivity.Successfully rolled out automation & GenAI initiatives to achieve a total saving of 15%(~ 0.5 M)Collaborate closely with global stakeholders to align objectives, managedependencies, and drive integration success.Focus on building high-performing teams and developing future-ready capabilities inembedded software and automotive security.

Education

• UVCE

  Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.), Electronics and Communications Engineering

  1999 — 2003

• International Institute of Information Technology Bangalore

  Postgraduate Degree, Artificial Intelligence

• KCS Dr.A.V.Baliga Arts & Science College, Kumta. (N.K.)

  Pre university, Science

  1997 — 1999