Lokesh Tatke
Sunnyvale
Summary
Expertise in leading software and firmware development for IVD devices and complex digital pathology solutions. Proven track record in architecting scalable systems, improving development processes, and managing cross-functional teams to deliver robust, regulatory-compliant products that enhance operational efficiency and patient outcomes.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Software Engineering Manager
Agilent Technologies Inc.
Santa Clara
05.2016 - Current
- Developed scalable architecture for new instrument platforms, enhancing performance and reliability
- Delivered solutions for complex instruments with multiple modules, enabling efficient parallel processing
- Leading software and firmware development for new instrument project(s) and supporting existing platforms for maintenance releases.
- Managing day to day activities for new instrument development projects and sustaining platforms
- Applying Machine learning and Artificial Intelligence in context of solutions involving both new and existing instrument platforms.
- Researched and evaluated new technologies for integration into new instrument platforms, driving innovation
- Delivered working POCs for new instrument platform
- Delivered efficient processes and procedures for quality driven product development with respect to latest changes to standards involving IEC 62304 and Cyber Security
Independent Consultant
Fremont
12.2015 - 05.2016
- Worked on projects in Digital Pathology and Cancer research for multiple clients.
- Delivered a working Image Viewing application for whole slide images in Digital Pathology.
Director / Senior Manager – Software Development
Roche Tissue Diagnostics (VMS Inc, BioImagene Inc.)
Mountain View
07.2003 - 12.2015
- Led software development activities for the Whole Slide Image Scanning platforms iScan Coreo, iScan HT and related workflow solutions in Digital Pathology.
- Delivered multiple releases of the iScan HT platform involving software, firmware and hardware interfaces in a regulatory compliant development environment.
- Successfully delivered multiple releases of the Whole Slide scanning platform iScan Coreo.
- Planned and re-architected iScan Coreo platform to support internationalization and localization.
- Led 'Tiger Team' to implement product improvements, resulting in enhanced customer satisfaction.
- Led efforts for transitioning of the iScan Coreo platform from Windows XP to Windows 7.
- Key contributor in delivering the first automated digital slide scanner (iScan) for the company.
- Delivered the first successful Digital Pathology workflow solution 'VirtualImage' from BioImagene Inc. to a reference laboratory.
- Architected, designed, and developed iScan Image Viewer and Image Server applications, contributing to robust digital pathology solutions.
- Developed workflow applications for viewing and serving of Whole slide images with features like zoom, pan, annotations and much more.
- Played a key role in building a strong foundation for BioImagene Inc., acquired by Roche.
- Roche Tissue Diagnostics acquired BioImagene Inc. in 2010.
Software Development Manager
SoftLink International Pvt. Ltd.
07.1997 - 06.2003
- Accountable for delivering DICOM (Digital Imaging and Communications in Medicine) PACS solutions.
- Delivered DICOM PACS related software products involving software, DICOM protocols.
- Developed the company’s first HCP DICOM Viewer and the first successful implementation of HCPDICOMNET.
- Managed complex deployments integrating solutions from multiple vendors, enhancing system interoperability.
- Interfaced with several devices like Cardiac Cathlabs, CT, MRI, Ultrasound, Color Doppler, C-Arms, Digital X-Rays and DICOM printers using DICOM protocols.
- Investigated hardware interfaces such as cameras, frame grabbers, and DLT tapes to optimize system performance.
- Worked on getting an FDA 510K approval for the solution.
Software Engineer
Electronica Machine Tools Ltd.
Pune
05.1996 - 06.1997
- Developed new features for ELAPT (Electronica Application Programming tool) and control software for CNC and EDM machines, enhancing functionality for SUPERCUT Wire-Cut machines and FANUC MAXICUT.
- Developed software solutions for advanced machine tool operations.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to enhance product functionality.
- Designed and implemented user interfaces for machine control systems.
Education
Post Graduates Program in Business Administration - Finance
IME
Pune01-1999
Bachelor of Computer Engineering (B.S.) -
V.I.T
Pune01-1995
Skills
- Implementing agile methodologies
- Project roadmapping
- Software project oversight
- Product quality enhancement
- Technical architecture
- Scalable architecture
- Improving processes efficiently
- Task tracking
- Troubleshooting
- Problem-solving
- Leadership and team management
- Building effective teams
- Cross-functional teamwork
- Scalable architecture Cross-team communication Time management
Tools And Technologies
IEC 62304, 62366, ISO 13485, QSR (FDA 21 CFR Part 820), ISO 14971, HFE (Human Factors Engineering), cGMP, DFM, Oracle's Agile Product Quality Management, HP Quality Center, Windows (10 IoT, 8.1, 7, XP, 2003, 200, Vista, 98, 95), C, C++, MS VC++, MFC, C#.NET, C++/CLI, WPF, WCF, Windows SDK, XML, ADO, DAO, HTTP, TCP/IP, SOAP, REST (web services), DICOM, MVC, MVVM, SOA, HTML/CSS, Javascript, Node, MS Access, Microsoft SQL Server, MS Project, JIRA, libtiff, libjpeg, Barcode decoding, JPEG 2000, OR-Tools, Bugzilla, JIRA, MS Visual Source safe, CVS, SVN, GIT, MS Visio, Doxygen, Boundschecker, Parasoft, Collaborator, NUnit, google test, ReSharper, Confluence, Interfacing with different cameras (USB, FireWire, GigE), frame grabber cards, LCD displays, motion control, infra-red devices, barcode readers, I/O devices used in applications
Timeline
Software Engineering Manager
Agilent Technologies Inc.
05.2016 - Current
Independent Consultant
12.2015 - 05.2016
Director / Senior Manager – Software Development
Roche Tissue Diagnostics (VMS Inc, BioImagene Inc.)
07.2003 - 12.2015
Software Development Manager
SoftLink International Pvt. Ltd.
07.1997 - 06.2003
Software Engineer
Electronica Machine Tools Ltd.
05.1996 - 06.1997
Post Graduates Program in Business Administration - Finance
IME
Bachelor of Computer Engineering (B.S.) -
V.I.T