Mathavan Sekar

About Mathavan Sekar

Innovative hardware engineering leader with 10+ years of experience driving product development from concept to manufacturing. Expertise in IoT, consumer electronics, and wireless technologies. Proven track record of leading cross-functional teams to deliver market-ready products for industry giants like Amazon, Apple, and Dyson. Specialized in early-stage development, design for manufacturability, and cost optimization. Seeking challenging roles in hardware leadership, program management, and product innovation.Specialized in- Translating complex technical concepts into scalable, manufacturable designs- IoT and consumer electronics product development- Early-stage prototyping and design optimization- Cost-effective manufacturing processes and supply chain management- Wireless technologies and connectivity solutions- Rigorous hardware testing and quality assurance strategiesTrack record of significantly reducing production costs, enhancing operational efficiency, and successfully launching pioneering products across diverse tech sectors. Recognized for building and mentoring high-performance teams, fostering innovation, and cultivating strong partnerships with external collaborators and stakeholders.Seeking senior leadership roles in hardware engineering, program management, and product innovation to leverage my expertise in driving technological advancements and accelerating business growth through innovative product development.Key Skills: Hardware Engineering Leadership, Concept-to-Manufacturing Expertise, IoT Innovation, Wireless Technology, Cost Optimization, Cross-functional Team Management, Program Management, R&D

Experience

1. Hardware Lead, Hde3

   Amazon

   Aug 2023 — Present · Bengaluru, IN

   Leading hardware development for next-generation access control systems. Spearheading cost reduction initiatives and innovative power solutions. Mentoring cross-functional teams in hardware development lifecycle and RF technology- Architected next-gen access controller, reducing costs by 40%- Developed super cap-based power backup solution for 24-hour device operation- Led cross-team initiatives to improve legacy device performance and latency- Coordinated with compliance teams to facilitate cellular testing in India

Education

• Petit Seminarie Higher Secondary School

  Physics,Chemistry

  1993 — 2007

• Pondicherry Engineering College

  Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech.), Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering

  2007 — 2011

• National University of Singapore

  Master of Science (M.Sc.), Micro Electronics

  2014 — 2015

Skills

• Orcad
• Vlsi
• Integrated Circuit Design
• Microprocessors
• Pspice
• Rf
• Analog
• Npi Management
• Matlab
• Debugging
• Product Life Cycle
• Pcb Design
• Circuit Design
• Hyperlynx
• C
• Testing
• Product Development
• Embedded Systems
• Hardware Architecture
• Electronics
• Hardware