Akash Atmaram is an experienced Lead Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) currently at BlackBerry since August 2022, where significant contributions include the development of automation test strategies that led to a 30% increase in test coverage and a 50% reduction in testing time using advanced tools like Robot, Selenium, and Appium. Prior roles span multiple prestigious companies such as Ford Motor Company, Thales, Aptiv, General Motors, and Mediaminds LLC, ranging from Infotainment Test Engineer to Cloud Automation Engineer, showcasing expertise in test strategy, automated testing, and validation of critical automotive features. Akash Atmaram holds a Bachelor of Engineering degree in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from Visvesvaraya Technological University.