Automotive Engineering Leader · Germany

Dr. Unmendu
Senapati

Senior engineering and program management professional with 20+ years leading global ADAS, telematics, and infotainment programs for the world's most demanding OEMs.

20+ Years Experience
€120M Program Budgets
250 Engineers Led
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Dr. Unmendu Senapati
Bosch · Valeo · ADAS
About

Engineering Vision,
Global Impact

"Bridging advanced automotive technology with strategic program leadership across continents."

With a Doctorate in AI-Based Predictive Modeling for Risk Identification and Real-Time Safety Analysis, I combine deep technical expertise with proven program leadership at the highest levels of the automotive industry.

Currently serving as Engineering Product Manager at Bosch Germany, I lead telematics and platform software lifecycle management, driving quality governance and risk readiness across complex global programs.

Previously at Valeo, I managed ADAS ECU development programs — spanning camera, radar, and ultrasonic systems — coordinating cross-functional teams across Europe and Asia with direct OEM engagement.

Key OEM Customers

Trusted by the world's leading automotive brands

BMW Daimler Ford Renault Volvo Porsche General Motors Nissan Mitsubishi Suzuki
Languages
English
C1
German
B1
Core Expertise

What I Bring

Program & Portfolio Management
Automotive ECU Development
ADAS Systems & Autonomous Driving
Telematics Platforms
Product Lifecycle Management
Quality Management & ASPICE Compliance
Risk & Governance Management
Agile Program Execution
Cross-Cultural Leadership
OEM Stakeholder Management
Career

Work Experience

2021 — Present
Bosch, Germany
Engineering Product Manager
  • Product planning and lifecycle management for telematics and platform software development
  • Governance of product quality assurance aligned with automotive development standards
  • Risk management and forecasting for product quality and release readiness
  • Monitoring KPI-driven quality performance and structured problem-solving processes
  • Coordination and moderation of business unit software quality gate reviews
2017 — 2021
Valeo, Germany
Project Manager — ADAS Programs
  • Led global ECU development programs for ADAS technologies including camera, radar and ultrasonic systems
  • Managed program budgets up to €120 million with global engineering teams of approximately 250 members
  • Full lifecycle ownership covering software, hardware, mechanics and production readiness
  • Coordination of cross-functional engineering teams across Europe and Asia
  • Direct engagement with OEM customers for product development and milestone alignment
  • Oversight of validation, testing and production launch readiness
2007 — 2017
Bosch, India
Project Manager & Delivery Lead
  • Program management for infotainment and multimedia system product development
  • Coordination between software, hardware, mechanical engineering and production teams
  • System architecture definition and technical requirement management
  • Supplier coordination, software delivery governance and defect management
  • Budget planning, resource allocation and risk mitigation
2005 — 2007
Keane
Project Leader
  • Led software development teams delivering enterprise application solutions
  • Managed project execution schedules and client deliverables
2001 — 2005
Adsert Web Solutions Ltd
Software Developer
  • Developed web-based enterprise software applications
  • Participated in full software development lifecycle including design and testing
Education

Academic
Background

Doctorate — AI-Based Predictive Modeling for Risk Identification and Real-Time Safety Analysis
Doctoral Research
MBA — Business Management
Welingkar Institute of Management, Bangalore
Bachelor of Engineering — Computer Science
Shivaji University
Certifications

Professional
Credentials

IPMA Level B — Senior Project Management
Automotive ASPICE Provisional Assessor
Six Sigma Lean Black Belt — Indian Statistical Institute
Bosch Basic Manager Qualification Program (BMQP)
Bosch Project Management Qualification (PMQ-L1)
Certified Scrum Master
Certified Product Owner
Research

Publications

Research Paper
AI-Integrated Predictive Safety Architecture for Autonomous Vehicle Risk Management
Academic Research Publication
2023 — Journal of Namibian Studies
Fusion-Driven Predictive Risk Modeling for Safer Autonomous Vehicle Navigation
Journal of Namibian Studies, 2023
Contact

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Open to senior program management and engineering leadership opportunities in automotive, ADAS, and mobility technology sectors across Europe and globally.

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Email
unmendu@gmail.com
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Phone
+49 176 57639800
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Location
Hildesheim, Germany
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