Ajit Wadekar

Experience

• 

  C & M Tech Services

  Mar 2011 - Mar 2012

  Design and Development Engineer

  Designing of Electronics Hardware and PCB Designing

• 

  Robocon 2013

  Jun 2011 - Mar 2013

  Smt Kashibai Navale College of Engineering

  R & D in Robocon Team, Design and Manufacturing of complete Hardware. Testing of the Designed Hardware.

• 

  M.B. Solution

  Jun 2012 - Apr 2013

  Hardware Design Engineer

  Designing of Electronics Automation Hardware, various other Electronics circuits and other Control System.

• 

  D-light Semiconductors Pvt Ltd

  Jun 2013 - Nov 2014

  Design and Development Engineer

  Designing and Developing RF circuits, Embedded system, PCB's. Electronics Hardware system development. Design of Control System and Actuation Circuits.

• 

  Freelancer.com

  Jun 2013 - Apr 2023

  Electronic Design Engineer
• 

  Phynart

  Nov 2014 - now

  Working closely with co-founders to develop the vision, strategy, and business plan for the companyShaping the company's direction with involvement in daily operations, hiring, planning, and product developmentBringing a unique perspective and level of commitment to the company's successDeeply invested in the success of the business and motivated to drive growth and innovationPassionate about the mission and vision of the company and committed to its long-term successDeveloping and implementing embedded systems and hardware engineering products across the organizationManaging a team of engineers and working closely with other departments to ensure hardware and embedded systems meet technical requirements and business objectivesCreating and managing budgets, developing technical roadmaps, and identifying and implementing new technologies to drive innovation and growth Show less Product Vision and Strategy: Develop and communicate the overall product vision and strategy, ensuring alignment with company goals.Product Development Oversight: Oversee the product development process from conception to launch, ensuring high-quality and timely delivery.Market Research: Conduct market research to inform product decisions and identify new opportunities.Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with marketing, sales, and customer service teams to ensure product positioning and feedback alignment.Team Leadership: Manage a team of product managers and designers, fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration.Stakeholder Communication: Represent the company at industry events and engage with stakeholders to communicate the value of products.Performance Metrics and Analysis: Monitor key performance metrics to measure product success and drive data-informed decision-making. Show less Development and implementation of embedded systems and hardware engineering products across the organization.Managing a team of engineers and work closely with other departments to ensure that the hardware and embedded systems meet the technical requirements and business objectives of the companyResponsible for creating and managing budgets, developing technical roadmaps, and identifying and implementing new technologies to drive innovation and growth.Strong technical knowledge and experience in embedded systems, hardware engineering, and product management. Show less Specializing in designing and developing innovative smart home solutions for enhanced connectivity, convenience, and securityExpertise in embedded systems and hardware designPerforming system-level integration and validation to ensure seamless performance of smart home devicesImplementing security protocols and best practices to protect smart home devices from cyber threatsDeveloping detailed documentation and technical specifications for new products and updatesParticipating in design reviews and providing critical feedback to improve product design and functionalityDeveloping and implementing embedded software and firmware for smart home productsDesigning, testing, and debugging hardware components to ensure optimal performance and reliabilityCollaborating with cross-functional teams to bring innovative smart home ideas to lifeConducting research and staying updated on the latest trends in IoT and smart home technologies Show less Developing electronic hardware designs for new products or modifying existing designs to improve performance, reduce cost, or meet new requirements.Collaborating with cross-functional teams such as software engineers, mechanical engineers, and product managers to ensure the overall success of a project.Designing and implementing electronic circuits, including schematics, PCB layouts, and component selection.Conducting testing and validation of electronic hardware designs, including bench testing, troubleshooting, and system integration.Performing analysis and simulations to optimize electronic hardware designs for performance, reliability, and cost.Staying up-to-date with new technologies and industry trends in electronic hardware design, and applying them to improve designs and processes. Show less

  • Co-Founder and COO

    Jan 2023 - now

  • Chief Product Officer

    Feb 2021 - now

  • Chief Embedded Hardware Engineer

    Dec 2017 - Feb 2021

  • Embedded and Hardware Engineer

    Apr 2016 - Dec 2017

  • Hardware Design Engineer

    Nov 2014 - Mar 2016