Krishna Mohan Chinni
Canton
Summary
Senior Software Engineer with extensive experience at Ford, specializing in deep learning and computer vision. Developed high-performance object detection models and perception fusion algorithms, enhancing autonomous vehicle technology. Proficient in C++ and Python, with a strong focus on collaboration and innovation.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Software Engineer
Latitude AI
01.2025 - Current
- Designed end-to-end perception systems with anomaly detection for enhanced sensor reliability.
- Optimized semantic segmentation networks to achieve robust scene understanding.
- Implemented adaptive Auto High Beam algorithms for real-time headlight control based on perception data.
AV-Perception Engineer
Ford
01.2020 - 12.2024
- Developed deep learning-based object detection models for camera-based perception systems.
- Designed and implemented perception fusion algorithms for multi-sensor data integration.
- Contributed to end-to-end perception systems for autonomous shuttle operation.
- Www.ford.com
- Skills: C++, Computer vision, Deep learning, Perception
Sr. Software Engineer
Robert Bosch
01.2016 - 01.2020
- Developed deep learning models for object and lane detection.
- Designed and implemented sensor fusion pipelines for object detection and tracking.
- Built automatic ground truth generation pipelines using multi-sensor data.
- Contributed to localization and end-to-end perception systems for autonomous vehicles.
- Www.bosch.us
- Skills: C++, Computer Vision, Deep Learning, ROS
Algorithm Engineer
Synaptics
01.2014 - 01.2016
- Invented and developed the industry-leading "Quantum Matcher", adopted by multiple OEMs for high-accuracy fingerprint authentication.
- Designed advanced fingerprint recognition algorithms optimized for speed, scalability, and reliability.
- Collaborated with product teams to integrate the matcher into commercial devices.
- Www.synaptics.com
- Skills: C++, Pattern Recognition, Image Processing
Early-Career Computer Vision & Machine Learning Roles
01.2007 - 01.2014
- Face & Object Recognition: Developed real-time face detection, multi-face tracking, feature alignment, gender classification, and clustering (MTM Interactive, Duos Technologies, Google)
- Virtual Fitting & Augmentation: Enhanced facial feature detection and alignment for virtual makeup, jewelry, and eyewear (TAAZ, DITTO)
- Classification & Feature Extraction: Built algorithms for pill classification (Perceptimed), improving accuracy and reducing complexity
- ML Pipelines & Evaluation: Designed end-to-end CV/ML pipelines for large datasets, achieving high accuracy (e.g., 95% sunglass detection at Google Picasa)
- Key Skills: C++, Python, OpenCV, Matlab, Machine Learning, Video/Image Processing, SQL
Education
MS - Electrical Engineering
University of Southern California
BE - Electrical and Electronics
PSG College of Technology
Skills
- C and C programming
- Python development
- Robot operating system (ROS)
- Visual Studio IDE
- Version control with Git
- Linux operating system
- Windows operating system
- OpenCV library
- Pytorch framework
- TensorFlow framework
- Matlab and Octave
Papers Awards
- Innovation award for developing an industry leading Fingerprint matcher 'Quantum Matcher'
- 'Real Time Visual Control of Two Axis Robotic Arm with Motion Estimation' presented at IEEE SPCOM '04 International Conference on Signal Processing and Communications.
- 'Real time texture defect detection with subband domain feature extraction' presented at GSPx 2004, Santa Clara Convention Center.
- 'Real time texture defect detection using sub-band domain feature extraction' presented at 'VI MANTRA' conducted by National Instruments and won 1st prize of $10,000.
- 'A Novel System for Speaker Independent Isolated Word Recognition' presented at IEEE ACE 2003, Pune and won 3rd prize in M.V.Chauhan Student paper award.
Timeline
Senior Software Engineer
Latitude AI
01.2025 - Current
AV-Perception Engineer
Ford
01.2020 - 12.2024
Sr. Software Engineer
Robert Bosch
01.2016 - 01.2020
Algorithm Engineer
Synaptics
01.2014 - 01.2016
Early-Career Computer Vision & Machine Learning Roles
01.2007 - 01.2014
MS - Electrical Engineering
University of Southern California
BE - Electrical and Electronics
PSG College of Technology