Karthik Thangavel
About Karthik Thangavel
Karthik Thangavel is a Software Test Manager at Bosch Global Software Technologies in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, India, where he has worked since 2019. He specializes in communication protocols, test coordination, and mentoring teams, with a background in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from Anna University.
Work at Bosch Global Software Technologies
Karthik Thangavel has been employed at Bosch Global Software Technologies since 2019, serving as a Software Test Manager. In this role, he coordinates test plans, execution, and reporting for both onshore and offshore test teams. His responsibilities include requirement elicitation, defect tracking, and failure analysis, focusing on lessons learned and best practices. Prior to his current position, he worked as a Senior Software Test Engineer from 2014 to 2018 and as a Software Test Engineer from 2013 to 2014, accumulating a total of five years of experience with the company.
Education and Expertise
Karthik Thangavel earned a Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) degree in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from Anna University, where he studied from 2006 to 2010. He has developed expertise in communication protocols such as CAN and FlexRay. Additionally, he has proficiency in developing Hardware In-Loop (HIL) and Software In-Loop (SIL) models for simulation environments. His technical skills are complemented by his experience with various tools for requirement engineering, configuration management, and validation, including IBM DOORS, Test Director, Clear Case, TCM, SVN, ETAS Labcar, CANoe, and CANalyzer.
Professional Background
Before joining Bosch Global Software Technologies, Karthik Thangavel worked at Cognizant Technology Solutions as a Program Analyst from 2010 to 2013. His career in software testing began at Bosch, where he first held the position of Software Test Engineer from 2013 to 2014. He has a comprehensive background in software testing and project management, which has contributed to his current role as Software Test Manager.
Communication Skills
Karthik Thangavel is proficient in multiple languages, including Tamil and English. He also possesses basic proficiency in German, achieving an A2 level. His communication skills facilitate effective collaboration with diverse teams and stakeholders, enhancing project outcomes.
Mentorship and Team Leadership
In his role as Software Test Manager, Karthik Thangavel mentors his test team to ensure they meet targets for every planned SPRINT. His leadership in guiding team members contributes to the overall efficiency and effectiveness of the testing process.