Sumit K. M.

About Sumit K. M.

Computational Materials Scientist with a joint Ph.D. in Mechanical & Materials Engineering from IIT Bombay and Monash University, holding an M.Tech. in Materials Science from IIT Kanpur and a B.Tech. in Metallurgical Engineering from NIT Raipur.I specialize in materials and process design through atomistic simulations, integrating molecular dynamics, density functional theory (DFT), and machine learning to accelerate discovery and innovation. My work spans semiconductor, telecom, and automotive industries, where I apply advanced computational methods to solve complex materials and process challenges, enabling improved performance, reliability, and efficiency.I bring a unique combination of deep technical expertise, cross-disciplinary research experience, and industry-oriented problem solving, with a passion for bridging cutting-edge computational science with real-world engineering applications.

Experience

1. Staff Engineer

   Synopsys Inc

   May 2024 — Present · Hyderabad, IN

   In my current role, I focus on the development and application of atomistic simulation methods and tools to tackle complex process and material challenges in the semiconductor industry. This involves simulating material behavior at the atomic scale to gain insights into fundamental mechanisms, optimize processes, and support material innovation. By bridging computational modeling with real-world industrial needs, I contribute to enhancing the performance, reliability, and scalability of semiconductor technologies.

Education

• Indian Institute of Technology, Bombay

  Doctor of Philosophy - PhD

  2017 — 2022

• Monash University

  Doctor of Philosophy - PhD

  2017 — 2022

• National Institute of Technology Raipur

  Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech.)

  2010 — 2014

• Indian Institute of Technology, Kanpur

  Master of Technology - MTech

  2014 — 2016