Experience

Applied Materials Inc.

Systems Engineer II (Advanced Control) | Jun 2025 – Present | Santa Clara, California

Developing a Python/C++ automation stack to accelerate control loop calibration and tuning across multiple tool and chamber families.
Emphasizing improvement in tracking performance, disturbance rejection, and reducing manual commissioning effort.
Implemented software for new throttle valve and pressure control applications, collaborating with internal customers to ensure stable chamber operations.
Drafted technical specifications and developed Embedded C firmware on STM32/Win-RT platforms, including closed-loop control, flow estimation algorithms, and fault handling.
Authored over 20 technical workflow documents enabling structured AI-based parsing for internal technical support.

Autonomous Driving Software Intern | Jun 2024 – Apr 2025 | Auburn Hills, Michigan

Implemented ADAS features like Rear Collision Warning and Autonomous Emergency Braking in Simulink using Model-Based development.
Conducted MiL, SiL, and in-vehicle HiL testing using CarMaker & Vector CANape.
Developed production-level feature logic in C/C++ for Radar detection-based Pre-Crash Warning features (Side Crash Warning, Autonomous Emergency Steering).
Aligned features with EURO NCAP 2026 and ISO 26262 safety standards.
Designed a feature arbiter for Safe Stop by integrating Driver Attention signals with Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC).
Developed an automated Python framework to compute KPIs like stopping distance and False Positives for AEBs.

Graduate Student Research Assistant - Bandits and RL | Sep 2023 – Sep 2024 | Ann Arbor, Michigan

Developed a multi-armed bandit algorithm for adaptive environmental exploration using a Greedy Bayesian approach.
Designed a real-time decision policy to optimize UAV fleet management, targeting safety and efficient deliveries.
Implemented a Python framework to evaluate performance and fine-tuned hyperparameters with Factorial Design.
Published findings in AIAA SciTech 2024.