Swathi Kandiyil

Electrical Engineering | Communication Systems | Signal Processing
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Master’s graduate in Electrical Engineering – Information Technology from Universität Rostock, with hands-on experience in communication systems, signal processing, and applied machine learning. Completed thesis on quantised spatial modulation systems using Python, PyTorch, and NumPy. Proficient in developing and validating algorithms for wireless communication applications, seeking roles to apply advanced technical expertise in industry or R&D.

Work Experience

Student Job - Research

Universität Rostock | 2024 - 2025

Analyzed Approximate Message Passing (AMP) algorithms for decoding in spatial modulation systems. Investigated performance variations and convergence issues through simulation and result evaluation using Python (PyTorch).

    Software Engineer (Part Time)

    DezignEx | 2015 - 2020

    Performed manual testing for web and mobile applications, designing and executing test cases within an Agile DevOps environment. Ensured high-quality software delivery through meticulous validation.

    • Manual Testing
    • Agile / DevOps Framework
    • Web Application Testing

    Part-time Content & Tutoring

    Wittypen, Chegg, Course Hero | 2017 - 2021

    Created SEO-optimized content and provided tutoring support. Delivered clear explanations and step-by-step solutions to support student learning across multiple platforms.

      Teaching Assistant

      Indian Institute of Technology, Madras | 2013 - 2019

      Supported professors by evaluating exam papers, addressing student queries, evaluating assignments, and creating study materials.

        Associate Software Engineer

        Robert Bosch Engineering & Business Solutions | 2011 - 2012

        Validated embedded systems for ABS and ECS in automobiles. Performed manual black box testing for clients including Mercedes and BMW.

        • Embedded Systems Testing
        • Black Box Testing
        • Agile Team Collaboration

        Projects

        Investigation of Quantised Spatial Modulation Systems

        Master's Thesis

        Compared quantised spatial modulation using AMP decoding with conventional MIMO-OFDM. Designed and implemented simulations in Python to evaluate performance based on error rate curves.

        Comparison of Spatial Modulation and MIMO Techniques

        Pre-Thesis Project

        Compared spatial modulation with AMP-based decoding against conventional MIMO systems without OFDM. Designed and implemented simulations in Python to evaluate system performance.

        Education

        • Master of Science in Electrical Engineering - Informatik
          Universität Rostock
          Grade: 1.9
          2023 - 2025
        • Master's & PhD* in Communication Engineering
          Indian Institute of Technology, Madras
          CGPA: 8.5/10
          2013 - 2019
        • BTech in Electronics and Communication Engineering
          Amrita School of Engineering, Coimbatore
          CGPA: 8.34/10
          2007 - 2011
        • 12th Grade
          Kendriya Vidyalaya, Coimbatore
          Total: 94%
          2006 - 2007