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Robotics Software Engineer
About
Always looking for excellent opportunities.
Robotics Engineer
I am a Robotics Engineer with practical experience in testing and integration,
primarily in the automotive industry.
My academic background focuses on Software Engineering and Robotics with
hands-on experience with Nonlinear Model Predictive Control for autonomous
vehicles using ROS 2 and C++.
I am seeking a Software Engineer position where I can further develop my skills in AI
& Robotics, driving innovative solutions in these fields.
Fluent in English and ready for international opportunities, I am eager to
contribute to cutting-edge engineering projects in a dynamic organization.
- Birthday: 25 March 2000
Resume
Hard Skills
C++
Python
ROS
ROS 2
MATLAB
Simulink
Wireshark
Testing
Soft Skills
Problem-Solving and Creativity
- Proven ability to solve complex software challenges, improving testing efficiency and system reliability.
- Demonstrated creative thinking in finding innovative solutions for process improvements.
Adaptability
- Quickly adapted to new tools and technologies, ensuring smooth transitions and consistent performance.
Time Management
- Successfully prioritized tasks and managed time under pressure.
- Reduced testing times by implementing efficient Python macros, boosting productivity.
Professional Experience
Test and Integration Engineer
11.2023 - Present
Enginium S.r.l. - Ingolstadt, Germany
- Collaborated effectively with cross-functional, international teams to achieve testing and integration goals.
- Automated 75% of checklist-based tests by developing a Python wrapper and macros (trace collection, prompt commands, built-in methods calls), demonstrating strong programming and automation skills.
- Executed software verification 2+ times per week for electronic central units through flashing and diagnosis, and trained a new team member to accomplish these tasks.
- Provided daily on-vehicle support for diagnostic and communication testing.
- Conducted preliminary Wireshark traces and Android Debug Bridge bug report analysis.
- Experience with Jira for test creation, planning, monitoring, and report generation, following the Agile methodology.
Master Thesis Internship
02.2023 - 08.2023
LS2N - Nantes, France
- Developed and implemented a Nonlinear Model Predictive Control for autonomous vehicles in ROS 2 using C++, focusing on software development operations, testing, real-time system optimization, and potential scalability.
- Conducted code reviews and debugging during system integration, ensuring optimal software performance in dynamic environments.
- Conducted testing on real vehicles (ROSbot 2R and Renault Zoe), addressing virtual static and dynamic obstacles.
Education
M.Sc in Advanced Robotics
09.2022 - 08.2023
Master's degree - University of Nantes, France
- Focused on Task-based control in ROS 2, with laboratories in C++ and Python.
- Studied fundamentals of Computer Vision, Autonomous Vehicles, and Humanoid Robots.
M.Eng in Robotics Engineering
09.2021 - 06.2022
Master's degree - University of Genoa, Italy
- Specialized in robotics software development in ROS, using C++ and Python, and practising with the Git version control system.
- Explored robotics control systems using MATLAB and Simulink.
- Studied fundamentals of Manipulator Control, Machine Learning, Mobile Robots, and Artificial Intelligence (AI).
B.Eng in Computer Engineering
09.2018 - 06.2021
Bachelor's degree - University of Genoa, Italy
- Approached software development with C++ and Java.
- Practised control systems using MATLAB and Simulink.
- Experienced in web development using HTML, CSS, PHP, and JavaScript.
Certification
Certified Tester Foundation Level
10.2024
ISTQB
- Essential testing knowledge that can be applied to real-world scenarios.
- Understanding of the terminology and concepts used in the testing domain worldwide, relevant for all software delivery approaches and practices, including CI/CD, Agile, DevOps
MATLAB Onramp
06.2021
MathWorks
- Self-paced training course focused on commonly used MATLAB features and workflows.
Simulink Onramp
06.2021
MathWorks
- Self-paced training course focused on creating, editing, and simulating models in Simulink.
CyberChallenge.IT
06.2021
CyberChallenge.IT
- 3 months training course focused on cryptography, network security, software security and web security.
Languages
Italian
Native
English
Fluent
