Yashas Mahendrakar Vinayaka Rao

About Yashas Mahendrakar Vinayaka Rao

A seasoned semiconductor professional with expertise in power management, silicon validation, and product definition. I specialize in system-level power and performance characterization, first silicon bring-up, issue identification and resolution, and seamless new product introduction to production.With a strong commitment to excellence and a collaborative leadership style, I have consistently driven innovative power optimization strategies, ensuring high product quality and efficiency. My ability to lead cross-functional teams, coupled with a proven track record of improving product yields and delivering industry-leading solutions, has contributed to the successful launch of cutting-edge semiconductor products.

Experience

1. Senior Post Silicon Hardware Engineer

   NVIDIA

   Nov 2025 — Present · Santa Clara, CA, US

Education

• National Institute of Engineering, Mysore

  Bachelor of Engineering (BEng), electronics and communication engineering

  2010 — 2014

• University of Minnesota

  Master's degree, Electrical Engineering

  2016 — 2017

Skills

• Verilog
• Pl/Sql
• Spice
• Synopsys Ic Compiler
• Management
• Sql
• Plsql
• Linux
• Matlab
• Microsoft Word
• Windows
• Cadence Virtuoso
• Microsoft Office
• Powerpoint
• Microsoft Excel
• Vhdl
• Odi
• Mysql
• English
• Universal Verification Methodology (Uvm)
• C
• Programming
• Perl
• Rtl Verification
• Tcl-Tk
• Photoshop
• C++
• Digital Electronics
• Photography
• Microsoft Powerpoint