Sahil Agnihotri
Introduction
I am an experienced Technical Project/Product Architect specializing in successfully delivering cross-platform software solutions (AR, mobile, desktop, web, and embedded systems) across various industries, including CAD, CFD, Geospatial, Surveying, Mining, and AEC BIM. I hold PRINCE2 Agile® and RedHat Enterprise Linux certifications and received the Perforce Versionary award in 2016. Always seeking new challenges and opportunities to learn. Let's connect!
💼 Experience
Expert Software Engineer
Mar 2013 – Present (12 years 2 months)
Oslo, Norway
- Technical project management and facilitation for HxGN AEC Project Viewer.
- Developed CradleXR, Smart Connected Cities AR, and Smart HVAC AR.
- Contributed to BLK2GO LIVE by enhancing 2D and 3D visualization capabilities for its companion app on iOS and Android.
- Created CFD simulation visualization functionality.
- Built a Direct3D renderer for Microsoft Hololens and UWP, enabling Mixed and Augmented Reality applications.
- Ported the myVR rendering SDK to .NET6, .NET Framework 4.7, and UWP.
- Developed 3D functionalities for Web (WebGL via Emscripten), iOS/Android (OpenGL ES), and native platforms (Linux, Windows using OpenGL).
- Conducted performance profiling, benchmarking, and optimizations for 3D applications.
- Designed and managed mTransformer, a cross-platform tool for converting, sorting, and merging GIS and 3D datasets with reprojection capabilities.
- Delivered Collaborative XR solutions using Hololens, Daqri Smart Helmet, and other platforms.
- Created demo applications for mapping and CAD data visualization to support developers.
Expert Software Engineer
Aug 2023 – Present (1 year 9 months)
Oslo, Norway
- Led technical project management for HxGN AEC Project Viewer and CradleXR.
- Developed AR solutions for Smart Connected Cities, Smart HVAC, and Remote Expert AR.
- Enhanced CFD simulation visualization and Direct3D renderer for Hololens and UWP.
- Ported myVR rendering SDK to .NET6 and UWP, and optimized 3D functionalities for Web, iOS, and Android.
Senior Software Engineer
Jan 2019 – Oct 2023 (4 years 10 months)
Oslo Area, Norway
- Developed cross-platform rendering solutions for WebGL, OpenGL ES, and native platforms.
- Conducted performance optimizations and data analysis for 3D applications.
- Delivered AR and XR solutions for various industries, including Smart Cities and HVAC.
Software Developer
Mar 2013 – Dec 2018 (5 years 10 months)
Oslo Area, Norway
- Designed and managed mTransformer, a tool for GIS and 3D dataset conversion and reprojection.
- Developed AR experiences for Smart Streets, Refineries, and Collaborative XR.
Technical Support Associate
Nov 2012 – Feb 2013 (4 months)
Mohali, India
- Provided technical solutions for Dell products via remote access and phone.
- Managed escalations and resolved customer issues.
Software Engineer
Feb 2012 – Oct 2012 (9 months)
Linkoping, Sweden
- Developed functionality for viewing media content from DLNA-enabled devices on IPTV STB boxes.
- Integrated and tested modules in embedded OS.
🎓 Education
- Indian Institute of Technology, Roorkee – Postgraduate Machine Learning
- University of Oslo (UiO)
- Chitkara University – Bachelor of Engineering (Computer Science)
- Gandhi Academy of Naturopathy and Yoga – N.D.D.Y
⚙️ Certifications
- PRINCE2 Agile® Project Management – PeopleCert (Mar 2023)
- Agile Project Management – Google (May 2022)
- RHCE (Red Hat Certified Engineer) – Red Hat (Sep 2011)
- RHCSA (Red Hat Certified System Administrator) – Red Hat (Aug 2011)
🏆 Honors & Awards
- Perforce Versionary Award – Best Perforce Helix-based Product Developed by Customer (2016)
- Best Member Award – AIESEC Chandigarh