Visakh Pillai
Lead Engineer @L&T Technology Services
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WORK HISTORY
Lead Engineer @L&T Technology Services
Eschborn, DE
Performed comprehensive testing and validation of automotive infotainment systems, focusing on Radio (FM, DAB, and AM) features including field testing, signal strength validation, and FM generator-based lab testing for RF performance and sensitivity analysis.Conducted certification and compliance testing for global music streaming applications such as Amazon Music, Spotify, and SoundCloud, ensuring seamless integration with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay platforms.Executed OTA (Over-the-Air) update certification testing, validating software download, installation integrity, rollback handling, and update status monitoring in real-vehicle and simulated environments.Performed Cluster and HUD (Head-Up Display) validation, ensuring accurate and synchronized display of navigation data, turn-by-turn directions, and real-time vehicle information.Validated User Settings Management (USM) features — verifying personalized driver profiles, memory storage, and cross-module data synchronization between cluster, infotainment, and telematics ECUs.Collaborated with cross-functional teams (HMI, Navigation, Connectivity, and Audio) for issue triage, root-cause analysis, and regression verification using CI/CD pipelines.Logged and tracked defects in JIRA, supported debugging with logcat, adb, and CAN tools, and provided detailed test reports aligned with ASPICE and OEM standards.
EDUCATION
Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University, Kakinada
Bachelor of Technology (BTech), Electronics and Communications Engineering
Kendriya Vidyalaya
High School Diploma
ABOUT VISAKH PILLAI
Experienced Software Test Engineer | Automotive Infotainment | OTA | CCS | HIL | AutomationWith 7+ years of hands-on experience in automotive infotainment and connected car systems, I specialize in end-to-end testing and validation of cutting-edge features across multiple global OEMs including Audi, Ferrari, Nissan, Harley Davidson, FIAT, Iveco, GWM, Hyundai, KIA, and Genesis. Core Expertise:Infotainment Feature Testing: In-depth experience with Bluetooth (HFP, A2DP, MAP, PBAP, SPI), WLAN, GNSS, Navigation, Emergency Call, Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, MirrorLink, Tuner, and Holoride (VR).OTA & CCS Testing: Validated OTA update flows and CCS protocols for compliance and robustness in production-ready infotainment systems at L&T Technology Services.ADAS HIL Testing: Conducted ABS testing using VT7001 Power Supply, VT2516 Digital Signal Card, and VT2004A Analog Input Module.Automation & Scripting: Skilled in CAPL (CANoe), LabVIEW (NI), dSPACE automation, and Appium for mobile app testing. Developed Excel-based macros and tools to log and visualize test results efficiently. Tools & Platforms:Testing & Debugging: CANoe, CAPL, LabVIEW, Appium, CP Tools, ODIS, IDEXTest Management: JIRA, CodeBeamer, KPMAutomation: NI LabVIEW, CAPL, dSPACE, Appium, Excel macrosFrameworks: Agile/Scrum I thrive in fast-paced, Agile environments where system integration, cross-domain collaboration, and continuous learning are key. My goal is to keep enhancing system reliability by detecting critical bugs in pre-production and contributing to safer, smarter mobility.
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