I'm a Robotics Engineering & Computer Science student at Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) passionate about developing intelligent, autonomous systems that bridge software and the physical world. My expertise includes:
- 🤖 Robotics Software Integration, Autonomous Systems, and Perception
- 💻 Back-End Development, Cloud Engineering, and Systems Programming
- 🧠 Embedded Systems, Controls, and Machine Learning
- 🧪 Software Testing, Simulation, and Hardware Prototyping
Seeking opportunities in systems engineering, perception, automation, embedded systems, controls engineering, autonomous systems integration, or software testing.
Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI), Worcester, MA
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science & Robotics Engineering
Expected Graduation: May 2026 | GPA: 3.83/4.00
Awards: Dean’s List (Spring 2023, Fall 2023, Spring 2024, Fall 2024, Spring 2025)
Relevant Coursework: Introduction to Robotics Engineering, Actuation (Robotics I), ECE I, Embedded Computing, Sensing (Robotics II), Manipulation (Robotics III), Controls Engineering I, Machine Learning, Object-Oriented Programming, Systems Programming, Artificial Intelligence, Computer Networks, Algorithms, Software Engineering.
| Languages | Frameworks & Tools | Hardware & Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| C++, Python, C, TypeScript, JavaScript, SQL, Java, Verilog, FPGA | React.js, Node.js, Next.js, AWS, MATLAB, PyTorch, TensorFlow, SolidWorks, CREO, Vivado, Quartus, ModelSim, Linux, Arduino, Git, VS Code | LiDAR, SLAM, ROS2 (in progress), Embedded Systems, Server APIs, Simulation (Unreal Engine, MATLAB), Socket Programming, FSMs, Control Loops, Oscilloscopes, DMMs, Electrical Circuit Design, 3D Printing, Circuit Design, SPI, ADC/DAC, Soldering, CAD |
- Implemented SPI communication in Verilog between Master and Slave Altera FPGA boards, enabling reliable data exchange; ensured data integrity through cable length experimentation, signal quality testing, and ModelSim simulation for pre-processing.
- Prototyped an FPGA-based control system to process ADC data via SPI on the Slave board, generating real-time PWM signals.
- Designed and integrated a custom vacuum chamber test stand using CAD designs and hands-on hardware setup for electromechanical systems.
Verilog,FPGA,SPI,ModelSim,CAD,Hardware Prototyping
LiDAR Programmer (Unreal Engine) @ Autonomous Vehicle Mobility Institute (AVMI) — Sept 2024–Feb 2025
- Developed and integrated SLAM and LiDAR sensor simulation modules in Unreal Engine using C++ and Python to replicate real-world autonomous vehicle perception scenarios.
C++,Python,SLAM,LiDAR,Unreal Engine,Simulation
- Instructed over 100 students in courses including Python & AI, Machine Learning, and Robotics Engineering with VEX.
- Designed hands-on projects for BattleBots and VEX Robotics, enhancing student engagement and project completion rates.
Python,Machine Learning,VEX Robotics,Curriculum Development
- Leveraged SLAM using LiDAR sensors to validate autonomous navigation in complex, dynamic indoor environments.
- Conducted rigorous software and hardware debugging, identifying issues in localization, object detection, and path planning.
- Integrated generative AI to enable the robot to learn from interactions.
SLAM,LiDAR,RGB-D,IMU,Encoders,Generative AI,Debugging
- Built tools for mechanism simulation integrating MATLAB and TypeScript.
MATLAB,TypeScript,Simulation,Unit Testing
| Project | Description | Tools & Technologies |
|---|---|---|
| Escape Room Maze Runner Robot (March 2024–May 2024) | Designed and programmed a ramp-climbing robot with AprilTag detection for sub-5mm localization accuracy; synchronized operations with a counterweight robot for stability. | C/C++, Git, FSM, IR Sensors, AprilTags |
| Autonomous Solar Panel Replacement Robot (Jan 2024–March 2024) | Developed an FSM-driven robot with servo-actuated gripper, line-following algorithms, IR remote commands, and real-time feedback for panel removal/replacement. | C++, Git, FSM, Embedded C, Servo Actuators, IR Remote |
| Industrial Serial-Arm Robot Manipulation | Programmed a 4-DOF robotic arm, applying forward/inverse kinematics, trajectory generation, and velocity kinematics. | MATLAB, Linux, Git, Kinematics, Trajectory Planning |
| MSP430 Microcontroller Interface (Jan 2024–March 2024) | Created a function generator using SPI to interface with MCP4921 DAC, producing DC voltages, square waves, sawtooth waves, and triangle waves. | Embedded C, SPI, DAC, MSP430 |
| Embedded Time and Temperature Display (Oct 2023–Dec 2023) | Built a system using MSP430 with ADC12 for temperature measurement, Timer A2 for timekeeping, and LCD for real-time display. | Embedded C, MATLAB, ADC, Timer, LCD |
| Project | Description | Tools & Technologies |
|---|---|---|
| Traffic Sign Classification (Oct 2024–Dec 2024) | Implemented classification on GTSRB dataset using custom CNN and fine-tuned ResNet50/VGG16 models for performance comparison. | TensorFlow, PyTorch, Python, NumPy, Matplotlib |
| Clustering & Logistic Regression | Applied K-Means and Logistic Regression with L2 regularization for real-world data classification. | Python, scikit-learn |
| Project | Description | Tools & Technologies |
|---|---|---|
| Tables4U Restaurant Booking System (Oct 2024–Dec 2024) | Developed a full-stack app with user-driven dashboards; built AWS Lambda functions for backend logic, RDS integration, and API Gateway connectivity. | AWS, React, SQL, TypeScript, JavaScript, Jira, APIs, RDS |
| PMKS Solver | Simulated mechanical systems (e.g., 4-bars, cranks) with unit testing. | MATLAB, TypeScript, Unit Testing |
| HTTP Priority Server | Created a socket-based HTTP 1.1 client/server with custom packet scheduling. | C++, Python, Wireshark, Socket Programming |
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Vice President, South Asian Student Association (SASA) — Jan 2023–Present
Fostered inclusion and community-building on campus through events and initiatives. -
GPA: 3.83/4.00 at WPI
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Dean’s List: Spring 2023, Fall 2023, Spring 2024, Fall 2024, Spring 2025
📧 vivekkasireddyr@gmail.com | ☎️ 978-201-0541
📍 North Andover, MA
