Naga Venkat K

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ABOUT NAGA VENKAT K

With over 10 years of experience in hardware design and C/C++ programming, I specialize in providing robust support and innovative solutions in the embedded systems domain. My extensive knowledge of hardware and firmware applications positions me to effectively contribute to any team. Key Skills and Experience: Integrated Development Environments (IDEs): Proficient in using Libero Smart Fusion, MPLab X for Microchip PIC controllers with xc16 & xc32 compilers, Vivado for Xilinx Zynq SOC, and STM32Cube. Communication Protocols: Experienced with I2C, SPI, UART, CAN, Ethernet, USB, Zigbee, and MIL-STD-1553 bus protocols. Peripheral Handling: Expertise in working with ADCs, DACs, timers, PWM, DMA, CAN USB, Ethernet, Sensor Interfaces, input capture, and output compare functionalities. Software Development: Skilled in software analysis, coding, testing, and debugging, with a strong ability to interpret hardware datasheets for firmware implementation in C and C++. System Design: Adept at designing embedded software and hardware architectures, and managing schematic design and layout verification processes. Prototype Evaluation: Competent in testing and evaluating prototypes from initial engineering samples to mass production. Team Collaboration: Proven ability to work effectively within a team and quickly learn new technologies and methodologies. Excellent communication and writing skills. Circuit Design: Hands-on experience in selecting and designing circuits using semiconductor devices such as FPGAs, SoCs, microcontrollers, processors (ARM, i.MX), DSPs, DDRAM, SRAM, SD cards, FLASH (NAND & NOR), PLLs, and Op-Amps. Proficient with mixed-signal interfaces like ADC and DAC. BLDC Motor Driver Design: Extensive experience in designing BLDC motor drivers, including H-Bridge circuits. EDA Tools: Proficient in schematic design entry using Cadence OrCAD Capture. PCB Design: Knowledgeable in PCB design placement, routing, and EMI/EMC guidelines. Analytical Documentation: Skilled in preparing analysis documents such as power, derating, and loading reports. Board-Level Debugging: Deep understanding of board-level debugging. Process Improvement: Experience in cost reduction, reliability improvement, failure analysis, and obsolescence management. Hardware Validation: Proficient in directing and documenting the hardware validation process and implementing necessary modifications. My strong technical background and ability to manage complex projects make me a valuable asset to any organization seeking to enhance its embedded systems capabilities.