Mani Chandhan Chakinala
Robotics Engineer | Embedded AI & Perception | ROS2, SLAM, YOLOv8, Sensor Fusion, CUDA | Real-Time Systems | MS Robotics @ Northeastern | Ex-Cisco, Cybage | LiDAR, CV, Autonomous Platforms
- Role
- Perception Engineer at Cisco
- Location
- Boston, MA, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Mani Chandhan Chakinala
I’m a Robotics Engineer with over 4 years of hands-on experience in developing advanced perception systems, embedded controls, and autonomous navigation algorithms for cutting-edge robotic platforms. My core strengths lie in sensor fusion (LiDAR, Radar, RGB), real-time SLAM, and deploying optimized deep learning models like YOLOv8 and Faster R-CNN on edge devices using TensorRT and CUDA. I specialize in designing scalable robotic systems that bridge the gap between intelligent software and real-world performance—delivering measurable improvements in localization accuracy, detection reliability, and response latency. I’ve led and contributed to full-stack development across robotics platforms using ROS2, Python, C++, and Simulink in enterprise and industrial environments. From energy-optimized bipedal locomotion to sensor-driven mobile platforms, I thrive in transforming complex challenges into functional, production-ready solutions. I’m actively exploring opportunities where I can collaborate with innovative teams and vendors to build the next generation of autonomous systems. Let\'s connect if you\'re looking for: Robotics & Perception Engineering Expertise Scalable Sensor Fusion & Vision Pipelines Embedded System Integration & Real-Time Control Collaboration on AI-powered Automation Projects
Experience
Perception Engineer
Aug 2024 — Present · Boston, MA, US
Designed advanced object detection models (YOLOv8, Faster R-CNN) with TensorRT optimization.Built sensor fusion pipelines (LiDAR, radar, RGB) using Kalman Filters.Deployed scalable ROS2-based systems across 10+ projects.Enhanced SLAM and localization in dynamic environments.
Education
Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University Hyderabad (JNTUH)
Bachelor's degree
2017 — 2021
Northeastern University
Master's degree
2022 — 2024
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