Sree Ramya Yendluri is a highly skilled Feature Validation Engineer currently leading all vehicle-centric feature testing at Zoox Inc. With a Master of Science in Electrical and Computer Engineering from Purdue University, she brings over 8 years of experience in the automotive industry, specializing in vehicle testing, software validation, and embedded control systems.
Professional Experience
Feature Validation Engineer | Zoox Inc.
Foster City, California
Ramya is responsible for developing, maintaining, and executing vehicle-level validation plans for key vehicle features at Zoox. She has a proven track record of testing complex systems such as Vehicle Motion Control, Collision Avoidance, Charging Systems, and Low Voltage Control Monitoring. Her role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams, including hardware, software, and product teams, to ensure feature integrity and performance.
Key contributions include:
- Leading validation efforts using Vector CAN tools and conducting tests across Zoox’s various sites.
- Spearheading issue investigations and liaising with development teams to resolve issues efficiently.
- Designing and implementing regression test suites in Test Rails to streamline the testing process.
- Conducting homologation testing for current and future architectures to ensure public road safety compliance.
- Creating an Automated Signal Analysis Website to optimize data analysis, saving weeks of manual work.
- Collaborating with feature integration teams to ensure requirements are well-defined and validate-able.
- Mentoring new engineers and participating in seminars to showcase Zoox vehicles at public events.
Technical Skills: Python, MATLAB, Simulink, dSPACE, Vector CANalyzer, Polarion, Jira, Google Workspace, GIT, Vehicle Spy, Grafana, and Confluence.
Previous Experience:
- Active Safety Subsystem Validation Engineer at General Motors
- ADAS Research Project Engineer at DELPHI, developing sensors for BMW and Audi’s Active Safety Systems.
Educational Background
- Master of Science in Electrical and Computer Engineering
Purdue University, IUPUI, Indianapolis, Indiana (2016) - Bachelor of Technology in Electronics and Communication Engineering
Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University, Kakinada, India (2014)
Certifications and Training
- Design for Six Sigma (DFSS): Green Belt and Black Belt
- SAE Certified Controls Engineer with expertise in embedded and control systems.
- LHPU Engineering Solutions: Fundamentals of Control Systems – Gasoline (SAE Certificate of Mastery)
Technical Proficiency
- Software: MATLAB, Simulink, dSPACE Control Desk, IBM DOORS, Jira, Test Rails, Confluence, Grafana
- Hardware: Neo VI Fire, dSPACE HIL Simulator, VECTOR CANalyzer
- Protocols: GMLAN, J1939 CAN, LIN, I2C, RS232, TCP/IP
- Programming Languages: C, Python
- Certifications: DFSS Green Belt and Black Belt
Ramya’s comprehensive knowledge in software verification and validation, paired with her hands-on experience in both bench-level and vehicle testing, positions her as an industry leader in the field of automotive safety and control systems. Her proactive approach to issue resolution, cross-functional collaboration, and the creation of automated testing tools has contributed significantly to the success of complex vehicle programs at Zoox.