# Prashanth Krishnan

> Autonomous Driving @ Torc Robotics

Location: Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States
Profile: https://flows.cv/prashanthkrishnan

I'm passionate about developing algorithms and simulation tools for automated driving applications.

My software proficiencies include C++, MATLAB, JavaScript, and Python. 

In addition to being a software professional, I'm passionate about automotive engineering, specifically in the areas of vehicle dynamics and vehicle driver assistance systems. 

I have strong leadership and communication skills. I relish challenges and thrive in scenarios that are fast-paced and demand problem-solving skills.

## Work Experience
### Senior Software Engineer, Autonomy @ Torc Robotics
Jan 2023 – Present | Remote

### Software Engineer - Planning & Controls @ Magna International
Jan 2022 – Jan 2023 | Boston, Massachusetts, United States
Optimus Ride was acquired by Magna Electronics in January 2022.

### Software Engineer - Simulation @ Optimus Ride
Jan 2021 – Jan 2021 | Boston, Massachusetts, United States

### Automated Driving Software Engineer @ MathWorks
Jan 2019 – Jan 2021 | Greater Boston

### Application Support Engineer @ MathWorks
Jan 2016 – Jan 2019 | Greater Boston

### Graduate Student Researcher @ Carnegie Mellon University
Jan 2014 – Jan 2016 | Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States

### Engineering Intern, Vehicle Dynamics & NVH @ Daimler Trucks North America
Jan 2015 – Jan 2015 | Portland, Oregon

### Service Technician - Intern @ Porsche AG - Behbehani Motor Company
Jan 2012 – Jan 2012


## Education
### Master of Science (MS) in Mechanical Engineering
Carnegie Mellon University

### Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) in Mechanical Engineering
College of Engineering, Guindy

### High School in Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science & Chemistry
Sri Sathya Sai Higher Secondary School


## Contact & Social
- LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/prashanth-krishnan-a2746980
- Portfolio: http://www.prashanthk.weebly.com

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Last updated: 2026-03-31