Arijit Mandal

Background

About Arijit Mandal

Head of Software Engineering / Technology Leader – Automotive SystemsHL Mando / Mando Group Scope & OwnershipLead a large, multi-layered engineering organization responsible for the design, development, integration, and validation of safety-critical automotive software systems, including Electric Power Steering (EPS), CAN communication, diagnostics, and AUTOSAR-based platforms, delivered to Indian and global OEM customers. Organizational LeadershipOwn a multi-tier structure comprising engineering managers, technical leads, and senior engineers, with full accountability for delivery quality, engineering productivity, and capability development across concurrent vehicle programs. Technology & Platform StrategyDrive long-term software platform strategy focused on:AUTOSAR standardization and reuseScalable embedded architectures for multi-vehicle programsMigration toward software-defined vehicle (SDV) conceptsEnsure architectural consistency while enabling customization for OEM-specific requirements. AI & Automation InitiativesChampion the introduction of AI/ML-driven automation within embedded software workflows, including:AI-assisted EPS parameter tuning and calibrationPredictive diagnostics and anomaly detection conceptsIntelligent test automation and CI/CD integration for embedded systemsPosition AI initiatives as quality, cost, and time-to-market multipliers, not experimental research. Business & Delivery ImpactPartner with program management, quality, and global stakeholders to:Reduce defect leakage and reworkImprove development efficiency through reuse and automationBalance technical risk, cost constraints, and customer commitments Governance & ComplianceEnsure compliance with functional safety (ISO 26262), automotive quality processes, and OEM governance expectations, while continuously improving engineering maturity and audit readiness.