HANNA THOMAS
Port Arthur,US
Summary
Innovative Software QA & Validation Engineer skilled in embedded and automotive systems.
Experienced in quality gates, advanced testing, QA strategy, KPIs, audits, and defect reduction.
Strong in troubleshooting, regulatory compliance, and cross-functional collaboration.
ISTQB‑certified with an M.Tech in Power Systems and a results‑driven approach.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Verification & Validation Engineer
L&T TECHNOLOGY SERVICES LIMITED
Bangalore, India
09.2021 - 04.2025
- Led product quality engineering for Bosch active safety systems, improving ABS stability, precision, and defect resolution across multi‑platform projects including 2‑Wheelers.
- Developed, tested, and integrated Automotive‑SPICE–aligned quality processes; conducted audits, quality checks, and managed Software Quality Gates (QGs) with certification as a QG Assessor.
- Built and maintained PPQA plans, quality dashboards, and senior‑leadership reports (PCC, SW QAP, MRC, PRC, overdue tracking), ensuring full transparency and compliance.
- Drove KPI analysis and defect‑trend investigations, leading cross‑functional RCA, CAPA, and Defect Prevention Plan (DRP) initiatives to reduce recurring issues.
- Led software and hardware validation activities, creating and executing test plans and reports, supporting releases, and handling late customer changes without compromising compliance.
- Applied PDLC (Product Development Life Cycle) knowledge to design and execute system-level validation strategies.
- Created and executed system and automation test cases aligned with product validation requirements.
- Supported testing of IoT-enabled / connected systems, ensuring reliability, performance, and compliance.
- Worked with LabVIEW, Python (basic exposure), and test automation concepts, contributing to validation activities.
- Gained exposure to test automation scripting tools (e.g., Squish – conceptual familiarity).
- Developed and executed test methodologies for complex electrical and electromechanical systems, including motor control and connected interfaces.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams (electrical, software, compliance) to ensure systems meet design, performance, and regulatory requirements.
Embedded Systems & IoT Engineer
EMERTXE Information Technologies
Bangalore, India
02.2021 - 08.2021
- Led end‑to‑end development of embedded software for microcontroller and Linux‑based systems, including architecture design, coding, testing, and optimization.
- Built scalable real‑time embedded architectures and developed Linux drivers, kernel modules, and system‑level components for performance‑critical applications.
- Automated development and validation workflows using Python and Shell scripting, and enhanced hardware–software integration through co‑simulation and structured validation.
- Implemented major communication protocols (TCP/IP, MQTT, HTTP, SPI, I2C, UART) and collaborated with cross‑functional teams to deliver production‑ready embedded solutions.
- Mentored junior engineers and improved product reliability through embedded test automation, HIL setups, and best‑practice firmware design guidance.
Administrative Executive
T-JOHN GROUP OF INSTITUTIONS
Bangalore, India
08.2019 - 02.2020
- Coordinated operations across institutions under the T John Group, ensuring smooth administrative workflows.
- Managed employee onboarding, appraisal processes, student admissions, and scheduling activities.
- Oversaw calendars, appointments, and daily schedules for company executives.
- Developed and maintained organized filing systems to improve document retrieval and record management.
- Provided IT support, arranged meetings, handled queries and escalations, and organized internal events.
- Supervised and trained staff to ensure compliance with administrative procedures.
Education
Master of Technology - Power Systems
CHRIST UNIVERSITY
Bangalore, India06-2017
Bachelor of Technology - Electrical and Electronics Engineering
AMAL JYOTHI COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING
Kanjirappally, India06-2014
Skills
- Microsoft Office Suite
- LINUX UBUNTU, MAC & Internet
- Advanced C, C, Embedded C
- Embedded Software
- Systems Data Structures
- LINUX Internals, Embedded Linux on ARM, Qt
- Python, Zigbee, Rasbian, MP 8085, MC 8051
- AutoCAD, MATLAB, Power world simulator
- ETAP, Latex, yEd Graph Editor Solidworks, Al
- Labview, One-Q, CSCRM
Languages
English
Hindi
Tamil
Malayalam
Certification
Age
35
Date of Birth
15-08-1991
Nationality
Indian
Marital Status
Married
Passport Number
Z7380104
US Legal Status
L2B VISA
VISA Number
R2988685
Accomplishments
- Advanced Programme inApplied Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning from IIT, Madras
- ISTQB - International Software Testing Qualification Board
- IELTS Academic – Overall Band 7.0
- Embedded systems & IoT
- Etap
- Electrical Designing & Drafting
- Firefighting Designing & Drafting
- AutoCAD
Timeline
Verification & Validation Engineer
L&T TECHNOLOGY SERVICES LIMITED
09.2021 - 04.2025
Embedded Systems & IoT Engineer
EMERTXE Information Technologies
02.2021 - 08.2021
Administrative Executive
T-JOHN GROUP OF INSTITUTIONS
08.2019 - 02.2020
Master of Technology - Power Systems
CHRIST UNIVERSITY
Bachelor of Technology - Electrical and Electronics Engineering
AMAL JYOTHI COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING