HKHARISH KV
@harishkv
Senior embedded systems leader driving delivery of complex automotive and consumer products.
IndiaWhat I'm looking for
I am a senior embedded systems leader with over 19 years' experience delivering large-scale products across Automotive, Media & Entertainment, and Consumer Electronics. I combine deep technical expertise in embedded software platforms, connectivity stacks (Wi‑Fi, Bluetooth), Android/Linux systems, and device-level engineering with strong program execution to translate product requirements into reliable, certified solutions.
I've led multi-site teams of 30–40+ engineers, improved system stability and delivery predictability, and delivered measurable outcomes—boosting interoperability, reducing field issues, cutting boot latency, and achieving interoperability and certification goals across IVI, Smart TV, and Set-Top Box programs.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Senior Program Leader
Harman International
Directed embedded software programs for Automotive IVI and in-car audio platforms, delivering 10+ Wi‑Fi/Bluetooth features that improved interoperability by 25% and reduced field connectivity issues by 40%.
Software Engineer
Mphasis (Philips Semiconductors)
Developed UI and applications on VxWorks RTOS (C, XML), accelerating feature delivery by 25%, improving UI responsiveness by 20%, and delivering Teletext middleware for Philips TVs.
Engineering Manager
TP Vision
Led Android Smart TV embedded software across 5+ regions, increasing feature delivery throughput by 25% and ensuring 100% compliance with Google and OEM certification standards.
Program Manager
Capgemini
Served as embedded systems SME for Telecom and Media, led pre-sales and delivery supporting embedded device programs and influenced over $2M in pipeline opportunities while onboarding 15+ engineers.
Software Engineer
Konarak Industria
Developed microcontroller-based embedded solutions for Indian Railways achieving 99.5% uptime and reducing downtime incidents by 35% across 50+ installations.
Project Lead
HCL Technologies
Oversaw design and delivery of 15+ embedded Digital TV features, improving on-time delivery from 80% to 95% and reducing post-release defects by 30%.
Engineering Manager
Cisco Video Technologies
Managed end-to-end delivery of 5+ Set-Top Box platforms, achieving 100% headend interoperability and reducing post-launch integration issues by 40% while leading a 30-member embedded team.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
NKNational Institute of Technology Karnataka
Master of Technology, Electrical and Electronic Engineering
Completed M.Tech in Electrical and Electronic Engineering with focus on embedded systems and validation practices.
Gulbarga Vidhyavardhaka Institute of Technology (GVIT), KGF (affiliated to Bangalore University)
Bachelor of Engineering, Electrical and Electronic Engineering
Completed Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical and Electronic Engineering with coursework and projects in embedded systems and digital TV features.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
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