# Vatsal Salla > Embedded Software Engineer (SDE-2) at Amazon Lab126 | Ex-Qualcomm | MS in Electrical Engineering Location: San Francisco Bay Area, United States Profile: https://flows.cv/vatsalsalla An optimistic individual on a quest to connect with like-minded people, striving to contribute to building a better tomorrow. Passionate about exploring new technologies, a quick learner, and always excited to tackle challenging tasks! I have graduated with an MS in Electrical Engineering from the University of Texas at Arlington and am currently serving as a Senior Embedded Engineer at Qualcomm. Prior to Qualcomm, I have worked as a Senior Firmware Engineer at Stanley, Black & Decker, and at Glas-Col, LLC as an Electrical Engineer for about a year. I also worked as an Electrical Test Engineer at Svtronics Inc. and had a 3-month Research Internship at the University of Texas at Arlington Research Institute (UTARI) during the summer of '17. • Expertise in Math and Analytical thinking has helped me get better at Data Structures & Algorithms, also facilitating ease in adapting to new programming languages. • Solid programming experience with C and C++ using tools such as Segger Embedded Studio, Visual Studio Code, X-Code, Code Composer Studio, CodeBlocks, Embedded Linux and Matlab. • Excellent knowledge of ARM Assembly, with academic experience in 8085 Assembly on DYNA 85 kit. • Experience with Shell scripting & Python, working with test frame works like Unity, writing scripts and working with special libraries like .wav music files on Raspberry Pi 2.0 platform using the Linux-based Raspbian OS. • Proficient in various tools including Altium Designer, Design Spark v5.0++, Eagle, Putty, Simulink v8.7+, Keil uVision v4.0, and Simulink. Skill Set: • Programming Languages: C, C++, Embedded C, Python, Assembly, Java (Familiar) • IDEs: Segger Embedded Studio, IAR, STM32Cube IDE, Xcode 9.0+, Eclipse v4.4.x+, Keil uVision v5.0, CCS v5.0+ • Communication Protocols: UART, SPI, I2C, Wi-Fi, Ethernet • Lab Tools: Mixed Signal Oscilloscope, Signal Generator, Digital Multimeter, and more • Microprocessors: Intel 8085 & 8086. Microcontrollers: Intel 8051. • Linux: Understanding of Embedded Linux concepts, Ubuntu 14.xx, Scripting involving Bash & sh. • Boards: Arduino UNO, Arduino LilyPad, TI Launchpad TM4C123GXL & MSP430, and Raspberry Pi v2.0+ • SW Development and related tools: Jenkins, JIRA, GIT (BitBucket, GitHub), Confluence, Sharepoint etc ## Work Experience ### Software Development Engineer - 2 @ Amazon Jan 2024 – Present | Sunnyvale, CA • Worked on the development of smart eyewear and wearable computing platforms. • Developed and customized embedded Linux builds and Board Support Packages (BSPs) for wearable devices. • Designed and debugged Linux device drivers to enable reliable hardware–software interaction. • Supported system bring-up, kernel-level customization, and platform integration for embedded products. • Designed and debugged system-level audio pipelines for concurrent playback and microphone capture. • Developed low-level positioning and sensor-related software for real-time wearable applications. • Worked in multi-OS environments involving Linux- and Android-based platforms to manage hardware controls and system functionality. • Built system-level communication components to support low-latency data exchange between software components. • Integrated and supported anti-rollback secure boot features, including firmware authenticity and integrity verification during system startup. ### Senior Embedded Firmware Engineer @ Etched Jan 2024 – Jan 2024 | Mountain View, California, United States ### Senior Engineer @ Qualcomm Jan 2022 – Jan 2023 | San Diego, California, United States • Developed using Embedded C programming on Bare – Metal for pre & post silicon used in mobiles, laptops & accessories • Worked with Python, tcl, and cmm scripting languages for mimicking systems, automation, integration, and regression testing • Testing involved working with the Wireless Communication Systems such as Bluetooth, UWB, FM, WLAN, & IEEE 802.15.4 • Proficiently handled synchronization mechanisms, including interrupts, semaphores/mutexes, deadlock detection/prevention to ensure robust and concurrent code execution with multiple technologies like Bluetooth, LTE and Ultra-Wide Band (UWB) • Worked with the Wireless Communication Systems modules like the Radio, Baseband Hardware, & Protocol Stack Software • Defined, developed, & implemented test system hardware and software to support manual and automated test case scenario • Worked with the standard lab equipment including Oscilloscope, Logic Analyzer, Protocol analysers, and RF test equipment • Day to day activities included testing Wireless Connectivity HW IP and lower layer controller FW in Pre – Silicon emulation(on FPGA) & Post – Silicon validation environment, system bring-up, integration, optimization, & characterization of system • Worked closely with the design engineers to perform Root Cause Analysis, interpreting wireless specifications & the product requirements, organizing test results, compiling, & presenting test reports, and logging defects into the defects tracking system ### Senior Embedded Engineer @ Stanley Black & Decker, Inc. Jan 2021 – Jan 2022 | Towson, Maryland, United States • Working in multiple cross-functional teams responsible for firmware development of various hand tools • Switching between multiple teams and multiple projects working as the lead engineer • Converting product features, concepts into prototypes to test feasibility of the possible product • Working with microcontrollers like STM32xx, TI MSP430xx, and Nordic nRF52xx • Working with RF technologies like Bluetooth Low Energy & RFID for prototyping • Testing, debugging, monitoring & documenting changes for design updates • Participating in design reviews. Supporting productionization plans with international, internal & external suppliers • Engaging with Mechanical & Industrial engineers to contribute to product specifications & designs • PLEASE NOTE: My position is Sr. Electrical Engineer but, I worked on Embedded systems. My time allotted to coding is more than 90-95% and the rest includes talking with Vendors, Suppliers or any place where the team needs technical support. It is a small team and have to wear multiple hats as needed. ### Embedded Engineer @ Stanley Black & Decker, Inc. Jan 2020 – Jan 2022 | United States ### Electrical Engineer @ Glas-Col, LLC Jan 2019 – Jan 2020 | Terre Haute, Indiana Area • Designing and developing printed circuit boards and electrical component specifications. • Comprehending data communication between devices: Serial, USB, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, etc. • Assisting with Firmware development. Providing technical assistance to other departments. • Preparing technical drawings and diagrams to support the design per job specifications. • Conferring with staff regarding customer requirements, design, & manufacturing capabilities. • Writing Assembly instructions and drawing the wiring diagrams for the production. • Producing quotations, designs and associated materials for custom products. • Searching for methods & materials to improve existing products. ### Electrical Test Engineer @ SVTronics Jan 2018 – Jan 2019 | Dallas/Fort Worth Area • Trained in ESD control – ANSI/ESD S20.20. Designed user-friendly test fixtures and modules • Assisted in programming & updated the firmware of boards manufactured by Svtronics • Primarily mass tested Texas Instruments Evaluation Modules. Verification & Validation. • Updated the test fixtures & device firmware. Worked in strict deadlines. Updated the BOM. • Identified substitutable components to reduce the overall cost of the boards. • Troubleshot failed circuit boards & performed failure analysis at assembly, board & unit level • Failed PCBs by analyzing schematics, performing X-Ray/QC & collaborating with HW team • Worked directly under Test manager to troubleshoot and set the test environment • Software tests included System Test, Integration Test, Unit Test, & Black-box Test • Performed In-Circuit, Functional Test, Programmable Load, Continuity, Burn-In like tests ### Student Assistant @ The University of Texas at Arlington Jan 2017 – Jan 2018 | 1225 W. Mitchell St., Suite 112, Arlington, TX 76013 I worked Part-time in the Parking and Transportation Department at the University of Texas at Arlington as a Student Assistant. Being a part of the electronics department of the job too, there are some important concerns as mentioned below: 1. Radios Maintaining radios is an essential part of the job to stay in touch with the dispatch. These radios are assigned a particular frequency band. These radios are a part of the Police and various other departments. Meddling in any other confidential conversations (other frequencies) might create a problem. Thus, working in the assigned frequency domain is mandatory. 2. Tablets The tablets contain the app which keeps all the records. It gets updated every now and then. It has to be kept in running condition so as to stay in touch with the dispatch and the regular requests. 3. Documentation. The documentation is essential to keep a record of every single task assigned when on duty. This keeps a track on the number of people using it & changes are done accordingly. In case of complaints or any other issues in relation to the tasks assigned, these records are helpful to resolve conflicts. Benefits • Able to multitask & manage time more efficiently. Learned to use radios & tablets, handled paperwork. Learned to keep a smile on the face irrespective of the situation. • Able to take spontaneous decisions with more confidence and precision. • Able to work with the available resources. ### Summer Research Intern @ University of Texas at Arlington Research Institute Jan 2017 – Jan 2017 | 7300 Jack Newell Blvd S, Fort Worth, TX 76118 Research Intern at the Robotics Lab 126 Research: Stabilized the flight of multiple (2/+) Crazy Flies generating a Crazyswarm ROLE 1. Worked under Dr. Frank Lewis in trajectory planning of ≥2 CrazyFlie 2.0s flying more than 65 cms above the ground 2. Used Eclipse IDE to load the firmware and modify it to remove redundancy which created problems in simultaneous flight 3. Viewed the position & observed movements of the CrazyFlie with the help of VICON under the supervision of project guide. 4. Collected data through VICON & estimated current state of UAV. User Switching: Damper - Maneuver, changed PID per stage as required 5. Collaborated with a team of 6 members in preparing informative posters for the Lockheed Martin visit at Robotics Lab 126, UTARI 6. Programmed, modified the CrazyFlie firmware through the steps below (Foundation): • Provided power through a USB source. Tested by the self-test and assembled it • Controlled, Installed and Configured the client before flying • Used VICON with the help of project guide in observing movements of CrazyFlie 7. Worked with a group of 3 members other than the project guide 8. Attended meetings & discussed problems as and when required 9. Designed posters with other groups during the Lockheed Martin visit 10. Gained knowledge in make and cmake ### Marketing Professional @ Ignite Academy Jan 2016 – Jan 2016 | Rajkot Area, India ROLE • Built & maintained tie-ups with 23 consultancies in the proximity • Managed the monthly budget & updated the social media content regularly • Handled inbound & outbound phone call(s), filed papers & created documents as per request • Redesigned policies to enhance business growth and development • Identified strategies and techniques used to attract new customers to the business ### Skills Trainer @ Ignite Academy Jan 2016 – Jan 2016 ROLE • Helped students improve their speaking skills via individual & group sessions • Helped the faculty in planning, preparing and delivering lessons • Helped in preparing teaching material for the course • Checked and assessed pupils' work • Organized and ran specialist courses • Prepared coursework and assignments for classes • Met colleagues to coordinate teaching plans and worked with specific subjects of expertise • Held one-on-one conferences with students to keep them on track as necessary ## Education ### Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering The University of Texas at Arlington ### Bachelor’s Degree in Electronics and Communications Engineering Gujarat Technological University (GTU) ## Contact & Social - LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/vatsalsalla --- Source: https://flows.cv/vatsalsalla JSON Resume: https://flows.cv/vatsalsalla/resume.json Last updated: 2026-03-29