Pankaj Pachlore

CEO

Pune, Maharashtra, India27 yrs 5 mos experience

AI ML PractitionerAI Enabled

Key Highlights

Expert in advanced automotive SoC solutions.
Proven track record in network security software development.
Strong leadership in cross-functional collaboration.

Stackforce AI infers this person is a leader in Automotive and Embedded Systems development.

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Skills

Core Skills

Technical Project LeadershipAdvanced Driver-assistance Systems (adas)Embedded SoftwareTechnology ManagementNetwork Security Software DevelopmentStrategic ThinkingProduct DevelopmentApplication EngineeringProject LeadershipSoftware Product Management

Other Skills

IP CamerasEmbedded LinuxAutomotive InfotainmentSensor FusionAUTOSAROpenCVPython (Programming Language)Problem SolvingAnalytical SkillsLive Video StreamingDVBOver-the-Top Content (OTT)Account ManagementBusiness Case DevelopmentMicrosoft Products

About

At MediaTek, our team is pioneering advanced SoC solutions for cutting-edge STB and camera technologies, integrating software with middleware and Android DTVKIT. My leadership in bridging hardware design with customer-specific requirements has been pivotal in driving innovation and meeting complex design needs. With my extensive background in embedded systems and application software development, I've honed skills in Linux, life-cycle management, and OTT content, all of which are vital to my current role. Previously, as Head of Department at Quick Heal, we focused on developing robust network security software for diverse devices, employing Agile methodologies and advanced source control tools to achieve both short and long-term objectives. My tenure at Quick Heal was marked by a commitment to excellence, ensuring the security of Wi-Fi routers, industrial IoT devices, and UTM machines through innovative Linux Kernel Drivers and application software. These experiences have solidified my expertise in not only technical execution but also strategic leadership and cross-functional collaboration.

Experience

27 yrs 5 mos

Total Experience

3 yrs 10 mos

Average Tenure

7 mos

Current Experience

Renesas electronics

Principal Engineer

Nov 2025 – Present · 7 mos · Bengaluru, Karnataka, India · On-site

Working on R-Car Products for Automotive SoC and RZ/MPU from Renesas to deliver world class ADAS , IVI, Fusion, Cluster and Industrial IoT projects.
We are working on enabling the Automotive customers globally and in India with make in India initiative to design their solution directly (OEM) or indirectly through our ODM partners.
The journey has just began...

Technical Project LeadershipIP CamerasEmbedded LinuxAdvanced Driver-Assistance Systems (ADAS)Automotive InfotainmentSensor Fusion+2

Mediatek

Technical Manager

Jan 2020 – Mar 2026 · 6 yrs 2 mos · Pune District, Maharashtra, India

Led the development of 32-64 Bit SoC for STB and Camera, ensuring compatibility and performance.
Spearheaded BSP and Software development for AOSP-based boards, integrating with MW and Android DTVKIT.
Collaborated closely with HW team to design PCB boards with customer design requirements in mind.

Technology ManagementPython (Programming Language)Problem SolvingAnalytical SkillsEmbedded SoftwareStrategic Thinking+19

Quick heal

Head Of Department, Network Security

Mar 2019 – Jan 2020 · 10 mos · Pune, Maharashtra, India

I led the development of network security software for Wi-Fi routers, Industrial IoT, and UTM machines at Quick Heal in Pune. Utilizing Linux Kernel Driver and Application software, I ensured robust security measures were in place. Following Agile Methodology and Source Control tools, we met short and long term goals effectively.

Strategic ThinkingMicrosoft ProductsDocumentationProblem SolvingAnalytical SkillsBusiness Case Development+7

Jio

VP, Home Automation and Surveillance

Jan 2018 – Mar 2019 · 1 yr 2 mos · Mumbai Metropolitan Region

Led the development of camera and IoT solutions for home and enterprise, overseeing product design, roadmap, and market delivery.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to design PRD and Go-to Market Strategies, ensuring successful product launches.
Managed hardware, software, and test engineering teams, driving innovation and efficiency in product development.

Strategic ThinkingMicrosoft ProductsIP CamerasDocumentationProblem SolvingAnalytical Skills+9

Marvell semiconductor

Application Engineering Manager

Jan 2011 – Jan 2018 · 7 yrs · Pune/Pimpri-Chinchwad Area

Application Engineering and Support for Marvell's Network CPU, Switches, Cellular , Application Processor and DTV/STB SoC.
Working on Linux Kernel opensource for Router and STB.

Strategic ThinkingMicrosoft ProductsDocumentationProblem SolvingMarket AnalysisLife-cycle Management+5