About Us
Welcome to Karnex Software Solutions, where innovation meets automotive excellence. Since our establishment in 2013, Karnex has been a driving force in the automotive industry, leveraging our unparalleled design and engineering expertise to support our partners in bringing their product visions to life.
At KARNEX, we pride ourselves on being at the forefront of automotive innovation. With a dedicated team of over 390+ professionals, we have become the preferred partner for automotive OEMs and suppliers seeking comprehensive solutions and services that drive industry transformation.
Our expertise spans a wide range of domains within the automotive sector. From AUTOSAR to Functional Safety (ISO26262) and Automotive SPICE (ASPICE), we are well-versed in industry best practices and standards. Our commitment to quality is evident in our ISO9001:2015 certification for Quality Management System compliance, ensuring that our processes consistently meet the highest standards of excellence. Additionally, we are proud to be D-U-N-S Registered, further solidifying our reputation as a trusted leader in the automotive software solutions industry.
At Karnex, we believe in the power of partnership and collaboration. With a focus on delivering end-to-end solutions that drive tangible results, we are dedicated to helping our partners navigate the complexities of the automotive landscape and achieve their goals.
Join us as we continue to redefine the future of automotive technology.
Vision
By 2026, we aim to be a USD 30 million organization, serving as the preferred partner to OEMs and Tier 1s in the Mobility sector. Through innovation and collaboration, we’re redefining standards and shaping the future of mobility. Join us on this journey toward unparalleled growth and leadership.
Mission
Empowered by our talented team, we are dedicated to delivering world-class solutions in embedded software, systems, functional safety, cybersecurity, vehicle EE architecture, and platform solutions. We strive to exceed expectations by leveraging our expertise and passion to drive innovation and excellence in the Mobility sector. Our mission is to empower our partners with cutting-edge technologies and unparalleled service, shaping the future of mobility.
Value
Trust, Quality, Value, Professionalism, Integrity, Excellence—these aren’t just words to us. They’re the pillars of everything we do. From the products we create to the service we provide, our commitment to these values is unwavering. Join us on a journey where integrity meets excellence, and together, let’s build something extraordinary.
Our Timeline
2013
‘Auto-Can Solutions’ got incepted at Jaipur, IN.
HiL Testing solutions for automotive sector.
2015
Development and Testing Tool Development vertical started.
2016
Embedded Hardware vertical spun-off from V&V vertical.
2017
Embedded Software development vertical took shape.
2019
Company rebranded into KARNEX.
2020
100 Employees.
2021
Entry into Pune market.
Start of Pune office and operations.
2023
300 Employees.
2024
380+ employees currently
Verticals:
- Embedded software development, stacks, tools.
- Verification &Validation
- Systems engineering.
- Hardware engineering.
2024
Entry into Bangalore market.
Start of Bangalore office and operations.
Leadership Team
Karan Singh
CEO
Manish Sharma
Senior Director – Engineering
Pavan Kumar Majeti
General Manager – Business Development
Karan Singh
CEO
Karan Singh is a visionary leader in the automotive engineering sector, currently serving as the CEO of KARNEX, a renowned company specializing in Automotive Engineering Services. With a deep passion for innovation and a keen understanding of industry dynamics, Karan has steered KARNEX to become a trailblazer in delivering cutting-edge engineering solutions to clients worldwide.
Under Karan’s leadership, KARNEX has solidified its position as a trusted partner for automotive companies seeking excellence in product development, project management, and technology integration. His strategic vision and hands-on approach have not only driven growth but also fostered a culture of innovation and collaboration within the organization.
Karan’s expertise spans across various domains including automotive engineering, product development, project management, and team leadership. His relentless pursuit of excellence and commitment to delivering high-quality solutions have earned him recognition as a leader shaping the future of the automotive industry.
Beyond his role at KARNEX, Karan is actively involved in fostering industry partnerships and driving initiatives that promote technological advancements in automotive engineering. His dedication to pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in the automotive sector continues to inspire his team and industry peers alike.
With a strong educational background and years of hands-on experience, Karan embodies the spirit of leadership and innovation that defines KARNEX’s success story. His vision for the future is not just about meeting industry standards but exceeding them, driving transformation and value for clients, partners, and stakeholders.
Pavan Kumar Majeti
General Manager – Business Development
Pavan Majeti comes with 19 years of experience working in industries like automotive, semicon, industrial, consumer electronics and power electronics. He has led portfolios of upto 11mi USD, through sales and delivery roles. He had prior worked in global corporations like Caterpillar, Daimler, GlobalEdge ( now Capgemini ), ARi, Pricol, BlueBinaries, etc., Graduated from Anna University in Electronics & Communications discipline, he was a core technical member and strong in embedded electronics. As a positioned industry leader, he is playing an important role in building synergies amongst the MSMEs, Startups and rising leadership from millennials.
He held various roles covering SDLC, PDLC to Business. He is passionate about outside sales, and moving close with customers. He has overseen branding exercises, lead-generation and marketing efforts in building strong pipeline. He was on-the-job trained by industry leaders like Phanesh Murthy ( ex-CEO iGate-Patny, Infosys ) in closing techniques, strategizing the deals. Embedded, Electrical & Electronics, Mechanical (CAD/CAE), Manufacturing Engineering, Product & IT Solution sales are the domains he worked in sales.
He is currently a General Manager-BD at KARNEX. He holds global portfolios for business, sales, marketing, PR, collaborations, M&A for KARNEX.
Spending time with family and friends, solo-weeklong-travels are his hobbies. He was state 7th rank holder in TANCET ( TamilNadu MBA entrance ).
He can be reached at:
Phone: +91 96322 91911
Email: pavan.majeti@karnex.in
Manish Sharma
Senior Director – Engineering
Manish Sharma is Karnex’s Senior Director of Engineering. With over 25 years of experience in executive and general management roles within American and European automotive organisations, he is a seasoned professional with over three decades of setting up and overseeing large-scale global teams within the R&D/engineering and software services domain.
He offers a unique blend of technical acumen and strategic leadership. Manish has developed and implemented strategic initiatives in emerging technologies, driven operational efficiency, P&L management, digital transformation, IP management, and established global capability centres with embedded systems CoE, delivery frameworks, IT infrastructure, and processes.
In his previous roles at the esteemed organizations, Manish led worldwide delivery, managed strategic priorities, created governance frameworks, and effectively built and managed multicultural, multinational, cross-functional teams. In his role as CIO/CISO, Manish has also obtained ISO 27001 and TISAX accreditation.
Manish worked for a number of reputable automotive companies before joining Karnex, including Force Motors, Mahle, Dana, Marquardt, and Verolt.
Our Customers
Client Testimonials
Uno Minda Ltd. (CREAT Division)
“We are working with KARNEX for more than year, KARNEX is quick and efficient in providing skills workforce. Also have wonderful employee engagement with regular feedback meeting. We like to thank you to KARNEX for this partnership and the continuous support.”
Spark Minda Technical Centre – SMIT
We thank KARNEX for the wonderful job in helping us develop our program. Everyone was professional, excellent and hard-working. Thanks to them, we were able to achieve our goal on time, and we look forward to continue working with them in the future.
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