Sameer Kulkarni

Seasoned automotive professional Sales Head Location: Bangalore (India) Years of Experience: 18 Years Expertise: Automotive Careers ;ADAS & Mobility Tech ; Career Growth; Sales & Strategy; Engineerin

Head of Sales for ADAS (India Market) · Aumovio Autonomous Mobility

18+ years New mentor Tech

About the Mentor

Sameer Kulkarni is a seasoned automotive professional with over 18 years of experience spanning engineering, project management, and high-level business leadership. He currently serves as the Head of Sales for ADAS (India Market) at Aumovio Autonomous Mobility (formerly Continental).

Sameer’s career journey is a testament to professional evolution; having started as a mechanical engineer, he successfully transitioned into strategic roles in business development and leadership. Today, he focuses on scaling advanced mobility technologies and cultivating critical partnerships with leading Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs).

Core Industry Expertise

Advanced Mobility Technology

Specialized knowledge in ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems) and emerging autonomous mobility tech

Business Leadership & Sales

Extensive experience in sales strategy, business development, and scaling technical products in competitive markets

Strategic Project Management

A strong background in managing complex engineering projects and automotive workflows.

Engineering Transitions

Practical expertise in bridging the gap between core mechanical engineering and executive business leadership

Mentorship Focus Areas

Career Guidance & Specialization

Helping mentees navigate diverse opportunities in automotive and engineering while providing frameworks to choose specializations aligned with their strengths

Leadership Transitions

Supporting professionals as they move from purely technical roles into business development or leadership positions

Industry Readiness

Equipping mentees for the automotive sector through resume optimization, mock interviews, and setting expectations for emerging technical standards.

Specializations

Tech