Shiraz Ali
About Shiraz Ali
Shiraz Ali is a Senior Software Engineer at Robert Bosch Engineering and Business Solutions Ltd., where he has worked since 2011. He specializes in software integration for car navigation systems and has experience with major automotive brands, utilizing various tools for build and release management.
Work at Robert Bosch Engineering and Business Solutions Ltd.
Shiraz Ali has been employed at Robert Bosch Engineering and Business Solutions Ltd. since 2011, serving as a Senior Software Engineer for 13 years. In this role, he coordinates between development and testing teams to facilitate smooth process management and software releases. His responsibilities include managing software integration for car navigation systems for major automotive brands such as GM, Nissan, VW, and Ford. He has taken full ownership of process releases across various environments, including production, and has worked independently to ensure successful outcomes.
Education and Expertise
Shiraz Ali studied Computer Engineering at Sikkim Manipal Institute of Technology, where he earned a Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech.) degree from 2005 to 2009. His educational background has provided him with a strong foundation in software engineering principles and practices. His expertise includes utilizing various tools and technologies for build and release management, such as ClearCase, Perl scripts, Batch Scripts, Unix Shell, and .NET.
Software Development and Integration Skills
Shiraz Ali has developed and managed software integration for car navigation systems, working with major automotive brands. He has extensive experience in debugging and removing project builds in both Windows and Linux environments. He has also tested software directly on GM Next Gen hardware within the Car Multimedia division, demonstrating his capability in real-world applications of software engineering.
Build Management and Testing Experience
In his role, Shiraz Ali has worked extensively with ARM and Eclipse compilers for build management. He has set up and deployed projects using MS Visual Studio 2005 and performed sanity tests on simulators. Additionally, he has implemented and utilized the Bullseye code coverage tool for software testing, ensuring that the software meets quality standards before release.
Process Management and Release Ownership
Shiraz Ali has managed the complete build process, which includes label generation, merging, conflict resolution, and the release of software binaries to customers. His role requires a high level of organization and attention to detail, as he ensures that all aspects of the software release process are executed efficiently and effectively.