Ashish Agrawal

Software Engineer

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India15 yrs 4 mos experience

Most Likely To SwitchHighly Stable

Key Highlights

15+ years in Wi-Fi systems development
Expert in embedded C programming and networking protocols
Proven track record in product commercialization

Stackforce AI infers this person is a Networking expert with extensive experience in Wi-Fi systems and embedded software development.

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Skills

Core Skills

WifiFirmwareWlanTechnology Leadership

Other Skills

Device DriversData StructuresCEmbedded LinuxEmbedded SystemsIEEE 802.11Kernel DriversLinux Device DriverTeam LeadershipAlgorithmsC++JavaJavaScriptRoutersSwitches

About

Software Engineer with 15+ years of experience in developing , desigung and optimizing Wi-Fi (802.11) systems, embedded C programming, and low-level networking protocols. Proven expertise in delivering high-performance solutions and driving product commercialization across large-scale environments. Skilled in cross-functional collaboration, system-level debugging, and performance optimization. Passionate about tackling complex technical challenges and working in innovative, high-impact environments to continue delivering cutting-edge solutions.

Experience

15 yrs 4 mos

Total Experience

2 yrs 2 mos

Average Tenure

3 yrs 9 mos

Current Experience

Samsung semiconductor

Senior Staff Engineer

Aug 2022 – Present · 3 yrs 9 mos · Bengaluru, Karnataka, India · On-site

Key Responsibilities & Contributions:
Contributed to successful commercialization of Samsung Galaxy A54, A55, and A56 devices from WLAN firmware perspective — driving feature readiness, stability, and performance optimization.
Developed and debugged key Wi-Fi functionalities including P2P (Wi-Fi Direct), TDLS, NAN (Neighbor Awareness Networking), Scanning, Connection Management, and Roaming across multiple chipset platforms.
Owned end-to-end development and issue triaging for Wi-Fi firmware — from feature bring-up to commercialization and post-launch support.
Provided support for legacy Wi-Fi chipsets in Samsung devices — addressing critical bugs, stability issues, security updates, and Android version upgrades.
Collaborated closely with cross-functional teams — including Test, Product Management, and Customer — to drive timely feature delivery and issue resolution.
Worked with global teams across India, Korea, and UK to handle feature integration, debugging, and commercialization activities.
Contributed to system-level debugging involving kernel logs, host-driver interactions, and firmware-level debugging tools.

Device DriversWiFiFirmwareWLANData StructuresC+5

Nxp semiconductors

Senior Lead Engineer

Jun 2021 – Aug 2022 · 1 yr 2 mos · Pune Division, Maharashtra, India · On-site

Developed firmware for Zigbee(802.15.4) with Open thread. Support for SPI communication implemented with host.(imx8mm

WLANTeam LeadershipTechnology Leadership

Einfochips (an arrow company)

Senior Technical Lead

Jun 2018 – Jun 2021 · 3 yrs · On-site

EIC-Q610/410-200 System-on-Module
Led design and development of Qualcomm QCS610/410-based module with Octa-Core ARM Cortex CPU and Adreno 612 GPU.
Key Contributions:
o Schematic design and review
o Implemented connectivity (WiFi, Bluetooth, Ethernet, GPS)
o Integrated audio, video, HDMI, and sensor interfaces
Eragon820: EIC-Q820-200 System-on-Module
Created a compact module based on Snapdragon 820 processor.
Key Contributions:
o Schematic design and review
o Enabled connectivity (WiFi, Bluetooth, Ethernet, GPS)
o Integrated audio, video, HDMI, sensor, and camera interfaces
o Supported Android Nougat, Oreo, and Pie
EIC-Q660-500 Single Board Computer
Developed SBC based on Qualcomm Snapdragon 660 SoC.
Key Contributions:
o Schematic design and review
o Implemented connectivity (WiFi, Bluetooth, Ethernet, GPS)
o Integrated audio, video, HDMI, sensor, and camera interfaces
o Supported Android Oreo and Pie

Volansys technologies

Technical Team Lead

Sep 2017 – Jun 2018 · 9 mos · Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India

Designed and developed the IoT Solution for multiple customers.

Qualcomm

Software Engineer

Nov 2011 – Sep 2017 · 5 yrs 10 mos · Hyderabad, Telangana, India

1. 7+ years of experience Wireless LAN (802.11) MAC layer development.
2. Designed and Developed multiple features based on Wifi specs, 802.11b/a/g/n, 802.11ac, 802.11d,wmm to name few.
3. Published Patent
USPTO Application: #US20160095103A1
Published Patent#2: US20160066353A1
4. Projects :
Best Wi-Fi Connection at first connection
Designed and Developed an algorithm to choose best AP at first time connection. Algorithm will take different parameters in consideration to choose best Access point to improve connection reliability and throughput to increase user experience.
Auto Channel Selection
Designed and Developed scalable algorithm to choose best operating channel to increase wlan connection reliability and better user experience with less interference.
Country code selection (802.11d)
Designed and Developed complete 802.11d Wifi Specification based solution which include CRDA based solution as well.
MDM9x35 and MDM9x45
Implemented Multiple end to end Wi-fi/WLAN Features to support MDM9x35 and MDM 9x45.
Offload Features, Qualcomm India Pvt. Ltd
Implemented scan, connection, disconnection and other wlan offload features to support multiple customers.
TDLS: Tunneled Direct Link Setup
Worked on TDLS off Channel with Scan feature which will allow to do scan without teardown the link.
Due to TX/Rx Activity Scan on Device was not possible. Modified TDLS design to allow scan while connected without change in throughput.
Wi Fi - Direct(P2)
Was part of early members of team which designed and Developed Wi-Fi Direct. Developed and debugged Multiple features and issues for Wifi-Direct.
Some of features include robust wlan p2p connection, fast connection, high throughput over the P2P link and Multi-Channel concurrency.
DFS channel Scanning
Designed and Developed algorithm to detect DFS channels and make them operatable for the devices.
Dual Wi-Fi(STA+STA, STA+SAP, SAP+SAP)
Designed and developed driver-based protocol to execute Dual Wi-Fi.