Profile
Software engineer with over 6 years of experience in automotive embedded systems development. Specialized in designing and implementing robust, safety-critical software solutions for the automotive industry. Strong advocate of clean code principles and test-driven development, with a proven track record of delivering high-quality embedded software in compliance with industry standards (MISRA-C, QAC).
Combining deep expertise in electronics design with modern software engineering practices, I bring a unique perspective to solving complex technical challenges. Passionate about bridging the gap between hardware and software to create innovative automotive solutions.
Languages: Bulgarian (Native), Turkish (Native), English (B2)
Professional Skills
Software & Development:
- Software Testing – TDD, Tessy
- IDE – Eclipse, VS, VS Code (PlatformIO), MPLAB IDE
- Coding practices in compliance with MISRA-C and QAC
- C++ with OOP, C# .NET
Hardware & Electronics:
- PCB Design Software - Altium Designer, EasyEDA
- Microcontrollers – 8bit (PIC, AVR), 32bit (STM, NXP)
- Analog circuits design and verification - LTspice
- Testing of electronic devices with oscilloscope, logic analyzer
- Soldering SMD & THT components
CAD & Design:
- CAD program - SolidWorks, FreeCAD
- 3D printer – maintenance and print preparation
Experience
Developing cutting-edge automotive software solutions for Mercedes-Benz. Mbition is a Mercedes-Benz Group subsidiary specializing in next-generation automotive software platforms and digital services.
Developed safety-critical embedded automotive software for steering column modules supplied to major European automotive brands. Worked with modular AUTOSAR-like architecture, successfully passing multiple ASPICE audits.
- Developed Basic Software (BSW) layers including drivers, OS abstraction, and communication stacks
- Implemented Software Components (SWC) for application-level functionality
- Created Complex Device Drivers (CDD) for hardware interfacing and control
- Provided production support with configuration files and technical documentation
- Ensured compliance with automotive standards (MISRA-C, ASPICE)
Professional design of hobby electronics, manufacturing of PCB, hobby-kits, and projects by customer’s assignment.
- Design electronics circuit and PCB for projects
- Developing firmware for 8-bit microcontrollers
- Preparation of Production files, Pick and place files, manuals for PCBA tests
Projects developed:
- Dimmer Regulator - PWM-based lighting control system
- PLC based on PIC16 - Custom programmable logic controller
- 8ch Light effect - Multi-channel lighting controller
- Stepper motor controller - Precision motor control system
- 2x16 LCD Energy Meter - Digital energy monitoring device
- Ah Meter - Ampere-hour measurement device
- ModBus Relays - Industrial communication relay system
- 7-segment PWM Regulator - Display-based control system
- Solid State Fuse - Electronic circuit protection
Maintenance and repair of production lines for electrical water heaters manufacturing.
Achievement: Developed a control algorithm for Siemens PLC for a 2-axis manipulator
- Developing test modules for PCBA
- Preparation of working manual for test modules
Projects
Academic & Competitive Projects
- Multifunctional robot for robotic contest (Turbo Snail), Club Robotics, RU “Angel Kanchev”, 2017
- Ball balance plate with computer vision, Electronics department, RU “Angel Kanchev”, 2017
- Autonomous car with OpenCV with Marsboard A20 (Linux Debian), 2016
- Multi-channel RGB led matrix controller for “Club Black and White” Rousse, 2016
- INDESIT compatible wash machine controller for “ISTEK Service” EOOD, 2016
- Microprocessor control system for 3D printer with servo motors, 2016 (Master diploma project)
- Human action recognition with OpenCV (Computer Vision), 2015 (Bachelor diploma project)
Education
University of Ruse "Angel Kanchev"
Master of Electronics
2015 - 2016
Advanced studies in electronics engineering with focus on microprocessor control systems and embedded design.
University of Ruse "Angel Kanchev"
Bachelor of Electronics
2011 - 2015
Comprehensive electronics engineering education with specialization in computer vision and embedded systems.
PGMP "Vladimir Komarov"
High School - Industrial Electronics
2005 - 2010
Technical high school education focused on industrial electronics and electrical systems.
Honors & Publications
Awards:
- 2nd place in Bluetooth at Day of Robotic and Mechatronic 2016, RU “Angel Kanchev”
- 3rd place in freestyle at Day of Robotic and Mechatronic 2016, RU “Angel Kanchev”
- 2nd place in freestyle at Day of Robotic and Mechatronic 2016, RU “Angel Kanchev”
- 3rd place in freestyle at Days of Robotics 2016, Technical University Sofia
- Best rated on “National external evaluation of Physics” 2006
- Best rated on “Contest electrical and electronics” 2010, University of Ruse
Publications:
- “Computerized feedback control system with usage of computer vision” - Scientific student session 2016, RU “Angel Kanchev”
- “Microprocessor control system for 3D printers with direct current motors” - Scientific student session 2016, RU “Angel Kanchev”
- “Investigation of electronic control system using computer vision” - Magazine “Elektronika”, Poland