Santhosha HOSAKOTI

DevOps Engineer

Munich, Bavaria, Germany10 yrs 3 mos experience

Key Highlights

  • 10+ years in embedded software verification and validation.
  • Expertise in safety-critical systems and regulatory compliance.
  • Proven leadership in high-performing engineering teams.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a Safety-Critical Systems Engineer with expertise in Aerospace and Rail Transport industries.

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Skills

Core Skills

Verification & Validation (v&v)Model Based TestingSystem TestingVerification And Validation (v&v)Test AutomationQuality AssuranceSoftware TestingIntegration Testing

Other Skills

DO-178CAgile MethodologiesCBatteriesFunctional RequirementsDO-178BElectrical EngineeringHardware in Loop (HIL)HILDO-330Test ProceduresVectorCAST/C++AerospacePolarionMATLAB

About

Experienced Systems & Test Engineer with 10+ years in embedded software verification, validation, and systems engineering includes development of test systems framework in eVOTL, Avionics and Locomotive Industries. - Extensive working knowledge of Verification of ARP4754A , DO-178C and DO 331, Level A and Level C real time embedded Systems and software in Avionics. - Extensive working knowledge of sub system validation of Control system real time embedded software as per CENELEC EN50126 , EN 50128 (SIL 1) , EN50129 in Locomotive Domain. - Good knowledge on ADAS Feature Testing Well Skilled in the area of Software Life Cycle and Software Requirement Gathering, Software Design & System Safety Analysis. - Developed and added the keywords in TAF Framework Using CAPL. - Extensive working knowledge of IVVQ of IEC 62304 (Class B) real time embedded software in Health Care Domain. - Proficient in performing Requirement Based HSIT Unit testing and Model Based Testing HIL and MIL using Simulink. - Requirement Management, Writing and Review and Defect tracking in IBM tools DOORS (DNG, RQM, CCM), Polarion, JIRA, and JAMA. - Test Case Design, Test Script Development, Test Script Execution, Debugging and Review.. - Proficient in High Level requirements development and review, code reviews. - Proficient in Requirement Coverage Analysis, Structural Coverage Analysis and Model Coverage Analysis -Proficient in JTAG/SWD debugging using tools like CCS, ADS, and Trace32 for memory inspection, breakpoints, variable monitoring - Execution and Generation of Test Report Logs on CANOE Using TAF Agent - Working knowledge of automotive data networks CAN and Ethernet and avionics communication protocols ARINC 429, 665 and 825 - Knowledge of Vector Tools : CANoe and CANanalyzer - Part of the SOI#3 audits /TQR activities. - Working on the V Model, Agile tools and methodology. - Proficient in systems and module knowledge encompassing Displays, BootLoader, Dataloader, Surveillance, Global Landing Unit, TripOptimizer, and Digital X-ray Detectors. - Demonstrated ability to work and lead high-performing teams, work across multiple product lines, and collaborate with stakeholders at all levels. - Multinational working experience with multiple customers such as Lilium GmbH, Collins Aerospace, Wabtec, Alstom, Thales in India and France(short term). - Certifications: ISTQB Foundation Level

Experience

10 yrs 3 mos
Total Experience
2 yrs 6 mos
Average Tenure
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Current Experience

Airbus helicopters

Lead System and Software Test Engineer

Aug 2025Apr 2026 · 8 mos

  • Payroll by : Expleo Solutions Limited
  • Verified and Validated the High-Level System Requirements of Safety-critical System for Flight Warning System (FWS), Specific Test inputs as per Lab-Test Request from Stakeholders.
  • Led the Expleo Verification Team for Airbus Helicopters' Vehicle Management System (VMS), ensuring safety-critical software quality.
  • Conducted comprehensive SCADE model and design reviews to align with avionics standards and system requirements.
  • Developed and executed IBM Rational Test Real-time (RTRT) test cases, enhancing software reliability through rigorous testing.
DO-178CModel Based TestingAgile MethodologiesCVerification & Validation (V&V)System Testing

Lilium

Senior Embedded Software Tester

Sep 2024Jan 2025 · 4 mos · Gauting, Bavaria, Germany · On-site

  • Payroll by : Technology & Strategy GmbH
  • Program : Battery Management Systems for electric Vertical Take-Off and Landing (eVTOL) aircraft.
  • Software Verification activities as per DO-178C and DO-331 for Level A&C safety-critical systems
  • Model based design development for MIL, SIL and HIL tests in MATLAB Simulink
  • Executing manual/automated HIL tests with Speedgoat test benches on complex systems
  • Unit Testing for low level requirements using Vector Cast
  • Knowledge of Vector Tools : CANoe and CANanalyzer
  • Requirement and lifecycle management by using Polarion
  • Agile software development with Jira
BatteriesFunctional RequirementsDO-178BElectrical EngineeringHardware in Loop (HIL)Integration Testing+16

Thales

Technical Lead

Jul 2022Oct 2024 · 2 yrs 3 mos · Bengaluru, Karnataka, India · Hybrid

IEC 60601Test AutomationDO-178BTCLAutomated Software TestingRational DOORS+14

Collins aerospace

Lead Engineer

Nov 2019Apr 2022 · 2 yrs 5 mos · Bangalore

Test AutomationDO-178BTrace32Integration TestingPythonAerospace+13

Wabtec corporation

Quality Assurance Engineer

May 2018Nov 2019 · 1 yr 6 mos · Bengaluru Area, India

  • Led verification and validation for Trip Optimizer™ System CMU and WTMS modules for major railway projects in Canada and France.
  • Managed end-to-end testing activities including test planning, execution, defect analysis, and results preparation.
  • Utilized expertise in system level testing on test bench, train lab, and on train environments.
  • Managed software quality documentation, ensuring updates aligned with legal and project-specific requirements.
  • Led test planning and risk assessment, ensuring reliable product delivery and serving as the quality gatekeeper for major releases.
  • Developed test scripts using Python for TO subsystems from component to system level testing.
Quality AssuranceRailway SignalingRational DOORSIntegration TestingHILPython+12

Hcl technologies

Software Verification Engineer

Apr 2014May 2018 · 4 yrs 1 mo · Bengaluru Area, India

EN 50128Train LabIntegration TestingRational DOORSRegression TestingFunctional Testing+8

Education

University Visvesvaraiah College of Engineering

Bachelor of Engineering (B.E) — Electrical and Electronics Engineering

Jan 2009Jan 2013

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