Athira Varma Jayakumar is a senior software engineer at DISTek Integration with 13 years of experience in embedded software development, with a focus on safety-critical systems across automotive and off-highway industries. She has extensive experience in automotive systems, autonomous vehicles, and model-based design. She specializes in Embedded Systems Development, with expertise in tools and technologies such as MATLAB, Simulink, AUTOSAR, and a variety of microcontrollers. Her technical skills span across real-time operating systems, diagnostic protocols like UDS, and communication protocols such as CAN, LIN, SPI, and I2C.

 

Jayakumar’s contributions to safety-critical software development have been recognized in multiple IEEE International Symposium publications, showcasing her innovative approaches to system verification and testing. Jayakumar pioneered a property-based fault injection methodology, utilizing advanced formal verification tools to ensure comprehensive coverage of potential fault scenarios in safety-critical applications, particularly in the nuclear power industry. 

 

Athira has a proven track record in delivering high-impact projects in autonomous vehicle systems and mining trucks, where she has played a critical role in developing, testing, and implementing advanced solutions. She excels in system integration, software verification, and configuration management, leveraging tools such as Vector CANoe, Razorcat Tessy, Jenkins, and Polyspace Code Prover. 

 

In addition to her technical achievements, Athira has significantly contributed to global initiatives through mentorship and leadership. As a mentor with the Open Avenues Foundation, she guided under-represented students in the U.S. on a project aimed at assisting drivers during medical emergencies. By leveraging MATLAB and Simulink, she trained students in model-based design and fostered innovation in safety-critical automotive systems, preparing them for STEM careers.

 

With a commitment to excellence and a passion for innovation, Athira continues to lead and contribute to projects that enhance safety, automation, and efficiency in the automotive and embedded systems domain. Her combination of technical acumen and leadership capabilities makes her an invaluable asset in advancing engineering solutions and driving technological progress.

 

JRTCSE is proud to include Athira Varma Jayakumar as a distinguished member of our prestigious editorial review board.