Balkrushna Waghmare
Full-Stack Product Developer • Hardware • Firmware
• Software • Systems
I design, build, and integrate complete product from PCB design and firmware development to cloud connectivity and intelligent control software. My focus is on creating scalable, production-ready solutions that blend electronics, code, and user experience.
About Me
I am an Embedded Systems Engineer with extensive experience designing and implementing reliable, low-level firmware for UAVs, IoT, and industrial applications. My strength lies in bridging hardware and software, ensuring every component performs at peak efficiency.
With over five years of hands-on experience in hardware bring-up, PCB design, firmware development, and embedded RTOS programming, I thrive on solving deep technical challenges.
I am currently focused on UAV firmware, control systems, and sensor integration, and open to collaborations in advanced embedded and AI-driven systems.
Core Technical Skills
Programming Languages
Debugging & Development Tools
Version Control & Collaboration
Hardware & Platforms
Communication Protocols & RTOS
Employment History
Aeronica Advance Technologies Pvt. Ltd
UAV Firmware Engineer | Dec 2024 – Present
- Leading team of engineers and interns in UAV firmware and hardware development.
- Developing firmware for STM32F4/H7 MCUs and control algorithms for IMU stabilization.
- Managing hardware lifecycle — PCB design, component selection, and testing.
ARTPARK, IISc Bengaluru
Systems Engineer | Apr 2023 – Oct 2024
- Led multidisciplinary team of professionals and interns in UAV and AI sensor projects.
- Developed firmware for NINA-B306 SoC with multi-sensor integration.
- Worked with CDAC to port PX4 to RISC-V Vega; flight tested successfully.
- Delivered 100+ Omnimini Flight Controllers through EMI/EMC-compliant production.
ProAzure Software Solutions Pvt. Ltd
Embedded Software Engineer | Mar 2022 – Apr 2023
- Led team of 5 engineers and 10 interns on embedded display product line.
- Ported firmware from STM32F0 (M3) to STM32G0 (M0+), reducing power and cost.
- Redesigned system architecture for improved manufacturability.
Avench Systems Pvt. Ltd
Embedded Software Engineer | Jul 2021 – Feb 2022
- Developed the complete Digital Input/Output (DIO) block for an industrial PLC system from scratch for a European client.
- Integrated the MAX14906 (Quad-Channel Industrial Digital Output/Input) IC with an STM32F7-based microcontroller.
- Wrote custom SPI drivers for MAX14906 and implemented the full digital I/O firmware module ensuring deterministic control and diagnostics.
- Collaborated with the hardware team during board bring-up and validation phases.
- Assisted the testing team in debugging and verifying the DIO block functionality during system integration.
Codera Embedded Systems & Softwares Pvt. Ltd
Founder & CTO | Apr 2019 – Aug 2022
- Founded hardware startup delivering IoT and custom automation systems.
- Developed home automation, AI-based remote monitoring tools, and sanitizer systems during COVID-19.
- Handled full project lifecycle: PCB design, firmware, testing, and deployment.
Major Projects
Omnimini Flight Controller
- Custom STM32F427-based 38×38mm PX4 flight controller with IMU and barometer integration.
- Reduced PCB footprint by 40% and achieved EMI/EMC compliance for 100+ units.
AI-BEE Flight Controller
- NINA-B306 SoC-based AI-enabled sensor platform for motion, light, and environmental data logging.
- Designed three prototype revisions with multi-sensor firmware validation.
Vega Flight Controller (RISC-V)
- Collaborated with CDAC Trivandrum to port PX4 to RISC-V Vega processor.
- Successfully flight-tested drone using Vega FC architecture.
5G Drone Platform
- Integrated Qualcomm RM500Q 5G module with Omnimini flight controller for IMC2024 showcase.
- Enabled real-time telemetry and video streaming over 5G.
Lidar & GPS Boards
- Custom Lidar module using VL53L1 and GPS module with u-blox M10N SOM.
- Developed firmware and RF optimization for improved range and accuracy.
custom Solutions
- Smart home automation system with custom PCBs, firmware, and mobile control app integration.
- Implemented touchless sanitizers and UV phone disinfectors during the COVID era.
Get In Touch
I’m open to opportunities in Embedded Systems, UAV, and IoT development roles.
Email: balkrushna.waghmare@yahoo.com
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/balkrushna-waghmare
GitHub: github.com/balkrushana-waghmare