Ajay Velappan MA — Associate Consultant
I'm a seasoned Automotive Systems Engineering Leader with more than a decade of experience specializing in Infotainment and Telematics systems across global markets. From embedded software design to system architecture and integration, I bring a deep understanding of how vehicles connect, communicate, and enhance user experience. My career spans OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers in India and Germany, where I’ve contributed to and led multiple end-to-end product developments—from concept and requirements engineering to validation and production release. I've played pivotal roles as a System Architect, bridging business needs with technical excellence in connected car technologies. My core strengths include systems engineering , product development, OTA, my interest spread across automotive cybersecurity, system design, SDV. I thrive in cross-functional, multicultural teams and enjoy collaborating with cross functional team for system-level challenges for identifying potential customer centric problems and providing viable solutions. I’m driven by collaboration and commitment to enhancing vehicle intelligence and connectivity. I constantly explore emerging trends in SDV (Software-Defined Vehicles), 5G/V2X, and AI in automotive systems. Let’s connect if you’re passionate about the future of mobility or looking to collaborate on cutting-edge automotive technology.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a seasoned automotive systems engineer specializing in connected car technologies and product development.
Location: Erfurt, Thuringia, Germany
Experience: 14 yrs 2 mos
Skills
- System Architecture
- Product Development
- Telematics
- Product Management
- Functional Testing
- Systems Engineering
- System Testing
Career Highlights
- Over a decade of experience in automotive systems engineering.
- Expertise in connected car technologies and product development.
- Strong leadership in cross-functional and multicultural teams.
Work Experience
Desay SV Europe
System Engineering Consultant (1 yr 2 mos)
Valeo Germany
System Function Owner- Connectivity System Engineering (10 mos)
Luxoft
System Architect/Function owner- Connected Car (1 yr 4 mos)
Mercedes-Benz Research and Development India
Senior Technical Lead- Body Electronics Product Development (6 mos)
Mahindra and Mahindra Limited [Automotive, Farm Equipment and Agri Business]
Lead Engineer- Connected Car & Infotainment (4 yrs 10 mos)
Tata Consultancy Services
IT Analyst -Automotive Infotainment (3 yrs 4 mos)
Wipro Technologies
Project engineer - Automotive EE Component (2 yrs 2 mos)
Education
Master’s Degree at Anna University Chennai
B.E at Anna University Chennai
Class 11 and Class12 at Little oxford matric.hr.sec.school
Class-1 to Class 10 at Little oxford matriculation higher secondary school