Akhil Sankar
About Akhil Sankar
Akhil Sankar is a software engineer with a background in mechanical engineering and robotics. He has held various positions at organizations such as Rutgers University, Farmshelf, and Sensei Ag, and is currently pursuing a Master of Science degree at Columbia University.
Work at Sensei Ag
Akhil Sankar currently holds the position of Software Engineer at Sensei Ag, where he has been employed since 2020. In this role, he contributes to the development of software solutions that support agricultural technology. His experience in software engineering enhances the company's ability to innovate and improve agricultural practices.
Education and Expertise
Akhil Sankar is pursuing a Master of Science degree in Robotics & Control at Columbia University. He previously studied at Stevens Institute of Technology, focusing on Robotics as a Graduate Student since 2020. He earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering with an Aerospace Concentration from Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey-New Brunswick, from 2010 to 2014.
Background in Research
Akhil Sankar has a background in research from his time at Rutgers University. He served as an Undergraduate Research Assistant for one year from 2012 to 2013 and as an Aresty Research Fellow for six months in 2012. His research experience has contributed to his technical skills and understanding of engineering principles.
Previous Work Experience
Before joining Sensei Ag, Akhil Sankar worked in various engineering roles. He was a Software Engineer at Farmshelf for six months in 2020 and at Welltok, Inc. for two years from 2015 to 2017. He also worked as a Backend Engineer at Wink from 2017 to 2020 and as an Instrumentation & Controls Engineering Associate at Linde Engineering North America Inc. from 2014 to 2015.
Technical Interests
Akhil Sankar has a keen interest in applications related to perception, motion planning, and electromechanical actuation. His focus on these areas reflects his commitment to advancing technology in robotics and engineering.