Aswin Krishnan

ASWIN P. KRISHNAN Kerala, India - www.linkedin.com/in/aswin-p-krishnan https://github.com/Aswinpkrishnan94 - Professional Summary Embedded Systems Engineer with 3+ years of experience in firmware development, microcontroller programming and FPGA design. Proficient in C, C++, Embedded C, VHDL and Verilog, with expertise in RTOS, communication protocols (UART, SPI, I2C, CAN) and low-level driver development. Skilled in hardware-software integration, debugging and optimizing embedded systems for performance and efficiency. Passionate about advancing embedded system technologies, with a focus on continuous learning, problemsolving and innovation Work Experience UNITED TECHNOLOGISTS EUROPE LIMITED | Embedded Systems Engineer | Ipswich, UK | April 2022 – April 2024 • Enhanced debugging efficiency by analyzing the Fast Light UT903 OTDR VHDL codebase, reducing debugging time by 30% through structured test bench simulations • Optimized laser pulse generation, improving fiber identification precision and reducing power consumption by 20% in the UT903 OTDR system • Developed and verified FPGA IP behavior using Avalon MM master BFM simulations, ensuring seamless SRAM integration and boosting data throughput by 50% Optimized FPGA resource utilization by 30% through multi-corner timing analysis and performance report generation i3 TECHNOLOGIES | Embedded Engineer | Ernakulam, India | June 2018 – June 2019 • Designed and developed 2 embedded system devices, ensuring optimal functionality through 100+ hours of rigorous testing and validation • Led a team of 5 volunteers to organize health camps across Kerala, partnering with major companies and increasing community service reach by 40% • Developed structured training scripts for onboarding, enhancing knowledge transfer efficiency by 25% through standardized content deliver • Integrated and validated new product designs, ensuring 100% adherence to quality standards and seamless incorporation into existing systems Education UNIVERSITY OF LEEDS | MSc, Embedded Systems Engineering | Leeds, UK | January 2021 – January 2022 • Specialized in embedded system design, DSP and wireless communication, applying principles to realworld embedded solutions • Mastered network security protocols (TCP/IP, UDP) and RF system design, performing link budget calculations, non-linearity and noise analyses using Keysight ADS • Developed FPGA and SoC expertise, implementing DSP algorithms and Verilog HDL-based simulations in MATLAB and Modelsim Certifications • • • • • Mastering Microcontroller and Embedded Driver Development – Udemy (2020) Embedded systems programming on Arm Cortex M3/M4 Processor – Udemy (2021) Microcontroller Embedded C programming – Udemy (2020) Internet of Things and Machine Learning – Bolt IoT (2020) Advanced Post Graduate Diploma in Embedded Systems and Hardware Design – TUV Rheinland (2017) Projects Detection of Glucose Molecules in the body using Square Wave voltammetry | MSc, Final year Thesis | Leeds, UK | May 2021 – January 2022 • Developed an electrochemical glucose detection system using square wave voltammetry, implementing a 50-ms square wave over a staircase potential (-1V to +1V, 5mV step size) • Developed firmware on PSoC 5LP (ARM Cortex-M3) to apply voltage and record current readings for real-time analysis • Validated waveform accuracy using oscilloscope analysis, improving detection precision IoT-Based Temperature Monitoring System • Developed real-time temperature monitoring using Bolt IoT (ESP8266) and LM35 sensor with predictive analytics • Integrated Bolt Cloud & Python scripting for automated email alerts & remote monitoring • Implemented Z-score anomaly detection, detecting fridge door openings based on temperature fluctuations All in One Health Hub System | i3 Technologies | Ernakulam, India | June 2018 – June 2019 • Built an Arduino-based health monitoring system, integrating I2C, SPI, UART, Bluetooth for real-time data tracking • Developed firmware for secure storage & real-time transmission of health parameters • Led hardware-software integration efforts, ensuring seamless device functionality Skills Programming Languages: C, C++, Embedded C, Java, Python, VHDL, Verilog, Bash, Assembly Embedded Systems Development: Microcontroller Programming, Firmware Development, RTOS, Bare Metal Testing & Debugging: JTAG, SWD, Logic Analyzers, Oscilloscopes, Multimeters Microcontrollers: STM32, Arduino, PIC, PSoC, Altera DE1-SoC, ESP32 Communication Protocols: UART, SPI, I2C, CAN, MQTT Version Control & Software Tools: Git, Eclipse, MPLAB, Keil, STM32Cube, Questa, Quartus, Platform Designer (QSYS), MATLAB/Simulink, Visual Studio Code FPGA: FPGA-based system design, Timing Analysis, Simulation, Modelsim, HDL Programming Learning & Development: • Embedded System Development: Embedded Linux (Yocto, Device Drivers, Kernel Development), Embedded Security, IoT Systems, Digital Signal Processing (DSP), Advanced FPGA design, High-Level Synthesis, Low-Power Optimization • Protocols: Wi-Fi, BLE, LoRa, Zigbee, Modbus Soft Skills: Analytical Thinking, Problem-Solving, Adaptability, Attention to Detail, Continuous Learning, Collaboration & Teamwork, Communication, Time Management, Pro-active Mindset, Self-motivated