Abhir Joshi
About Abhir Joshi
Abhir Joshi is a Senior Firmware Engineer with extensive experience in firmware development and engineering. He has worked for various technology companies and has a strong educational background in Industrial Electronics and Electronics & Telecommunication from the University of Mumbai.
Work at Starkey Hearing Technologies
Abhir Joshi has been serving as a Senior Firmware Engineer at Starkey Hearing Technologies since 2013. In this role, he has contributed significantly to the development of firmware for hearing aids. His work includes building an automated test framework for verifying hearing aid features and developing specialized firmware for tinnitus therapy and Dynamic Range Compressor DSP tailored for hearing aids. Joshi's expertise in firmware development processes has led to the creation of internal tools that enhance efficiency in the engineering workflow.
Education and Expertise
Abhir Joshi completed his education at the University of Mumbai, where he earned a Diploma in Industrial Electronics from 1995 to 1998, followed by a Bachelor of Engineering in Electronics & Telecommunication from 1998 to 2001. His educational background provides a strong foundation in electronic systems and telecommunications, which supports his work in firmware engineering and development for hearing aid technologies.
Professional Background
Abhir Joshi has a diverse professional background in firmware and software engineering. He began his career at DG2L Technologies as a System Development Engineer from 2003 to 2005. He then worked at Conexant Systems as a Lead Software Engineer from 2005 to 2007, where he designed polyphonic indicators for hearing aid devices. Joshi continued to build his expertise at Imagination Technologies and NXP Semiconductors before moving to Entropic Communications as a Staff Engineer. His experience spans multiple companies and roles, contributing to his current position at Starkey Hearing Technologies.
Achievements in Firmware Development
Throughout his career, Abhir Joshi has made notable contributions to firmware development, particularly in the hearing aid industry. He has implemented a new communication protocol over I2C for programming hearing aids and created a novel 10-channel I2C programmer utilizing the PRUs of the Beaglebone. His work has focused on enhancing the functionality and efficiency of hearing aid devices, showcasing his technical skills and innovative approach in the field.