Pratik Tambe

Pratik Tambe has a diverse work experience in the field of software and embedded systems engineering. Pratik is currently working as a Senior Software Architect at Rekor since October 2022. Prior to this, they worked as a Software Architect at Rekor from July 2020 to October 2022.

Before joining Rekor, Pratik worked at Brivo Systems from July 2013 to July 2020, where they held the role of Embedded Systems Engineer. In this role, they were responsible for the development and implementation of cloud-based access controllers' manufacturing, firmware loading, and peripheral testing end-of-line software. Pratik specialized in ARM board bring-up, BSP, and custom OpenOCD JTAG config files debugging. Pratik also worked on programming various components of manufacturing electronics box using languages such as Python GTK+, C/C++, Bash/Expect, Tcl, PHP, cURL, and OpenSSL.

From August 2009 to July 2013, Pratik worked as an Embedded Systems Engineer at Techno-Sciences, Inc. Here, they focused on developing maritime surveillance sensor products for remote video surveillance, reconnaissance, and offshore infrastructure security systems. Pratik also designed custom-tailored video streaming and innovative image processing solutions using technologies like H.264, MPEG4-2, and MJPEG.

Prior to this, Pratik worked as an Embedded Software Engineer at Smartrise Engineering, Inc. for a brief period in 2009. In this role, they developed Keil C modules for CIP-51 based systems and implemented software integration for elevator controllers. Pratik also structured and programmed components for job automation software using .NET C# 2008 APIs.

Pratik's earlier work experience includes a role as a Graduate Teaching Assistant at George Mason University from August 2006 to January 2009. Here, they mentored students in senior design and research projects, helped them with MATLAB, PSPICE, VHDL, AVR Studio, and microcontrollers. Pratik also conducted laboratories, recitations, and trained students in various courses related to digital logic design, assembly language, electric circuit analysis, linear electronics, and robotics.

Pratik's first work experience was as an Intern at Tata Institute of Fundamental Research, Mumbai, where they worked in the Department of Chemical Sciences from January 2005 to June 2006. Here, they researched and designed a UV autotracker module for a pulsed laser beam, programmed microcontrollers, and tested circuit components.

Overall, Pratik Tambe has a strong background in software and embedded systems engineering, with experience in various industries and roles.

Pratik Tambe completed their education as follows:

From 2006 to 2008, they attended George Mason University and obtained a Master of Science degree in Computer Engineering.

Prior to that, from 2002 to 2006, they studied at the University of Mumbai, where they earned a Bachelor's degree in Engineering with a specialization in Electronics.

Between 2000 and 2002, Pratik attended Sathaye College in India, where they received a High School Certificate. Pratik'sfield of study during this time was Science, focusing on Physics, Math, Chemistry, and Biology.

Pratik'searliest education was at Parle Tilak Vidyalaya English Medium from 1994 to 2000. Though the degree name and field of study are not specified for this period, it can be inferred that they completed their primary or secondary education at this institution.

In addition to their formal education, Pratik Tambe has obtained several certifications. In April 2021, they received an edX Verified Certificate for Embedded Systems Essentials with Arm: Get Practical with Hardware. In October 2020, they completed OSHA Outreach Training. Furthermore, in June 2020, they obtained a certification in C++ from TestDome.