Abishalini Sivaraman
About Abishalini Sivaraman
Abishalini Sivaraman is an Applied Roboticist with a strong background in Electrical and Computer Engineering, having earned both a Bachelor of Science and a Master of Engineering from Texas A&M University. She currently develops robotic applications at PickNik Robotics and has experience in AI software engineering and autonomous vehicle projects.
Work at PickNik Robotics
Abishalini Sivaraman has been employed at PickNik Robotics as an Applied Roboticist since 2020. In this role, she focuses on developing robotic applications, utilizing her expertise in C++, ROS2, and Qt/QML. Her work contributes to advancing robotics technology and applications within the company, which is known for its innovative solutions in the field of robotics.
Education and Expertise
Abishalini Sivaraman holds a Master of Engineering in Computer Engineering and a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, both from Texas A&M University. Her studies spanned from 2014 to 2020, during which she concentrated on artificial intelligence, machine learning, and virtual reality application development. Additionally, she completed a Nanodegree in Robotics Software Engineer from Udacity, further enhancing her skills in robotics software.
Background in Robotics
Abishalini developed a strong interest in robotics through extracurricular activities and hands-on projects. During her undergraduate studies, she participated in an autonomous underwater vehicle (AUV) project team and gained practical experience by working on building an AUV and automating a Ford Focus. Her tinkering nature led her to learn various skills, including mechanical and electrical CAD software, machining, 3D printing, soldering, and computer vision techniques.
Previous Work Experience
Before her current role at PickNik Robotics, Abishalini Sivaraman worked as an AI Software Engineering Intern at State Street in 2019 for two months. She also served as a Graduate Teaching Assistant at Texas A&M University from 2018 to 2020. These positions allowed her to apply her knowledge in practical settings and gain valuable experience in the field of robotics and software engineering.