Federico Ariza

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VP of Engineering

Dec 2024 - Current (1 year 8 months)

Director of Engineering

Torc Robotics

Mar 2023 - Dec 2024 (1 year 10 months)

• Calibration Team Director: – Spearheaded the productization of calibration code, ensuring alignment with production targets and end-of-line (EOL) requirements. – Developed and executed a strategic plan for the embedded transition within the Calibration team. • Director and Interim Manager for Autonomous Driving Components: – Led the Request for Information (RFI) and Request for Quotation (RFQ) process, adhering to Daimler trucks standards. – Managed supplier relationships and orchestrated the formation of a cohesive team, successfully repatriating responsibilities for components from various groups across the company. • Director and Interim Manager for Hardware-in-the-Loop (HiL): – Formulated and executed a comprehensive HiL strategy. – S

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Director of Research Development

Jul 2022 - Mar 2023 (9 months)

• Director for Atlas Team (Algolux ISP optimisation framework): – Established and managed a highly efficient remote Python team in Colombia, enhancing productivity and reducing development costs.– Strategically guided the transition of the Atlas product into a Software as a Service (SaaS). – Implemented a robust lab-based automatic testing component for Atlas, ensuring reliable testing practices. – Orchestrated the preparation of the Atlas team and code for corporate acquisition by a leading automotive Tier 2. • Director and Interim Manager for Fleet Team: – Formed and led the Fleet team, dedicated to supporting Computer Vision data acquisition activities. – Developed and executed a strategic plan for data capture activities maximising retu

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Co-Founder

Apr 2019 - Current (7 years 4 months)

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R&D Manager

Algolux

Nov 2018 - Jul 2022 (3 years 9 months)

• Successfully transformed Atlas code from Proof of Concept (POC) to a production-ready state. • Innovated and implemented a new architecture for the Atlas framework. • Built and nurtured the Atlas team by hiring and training skilled professionals.

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Senior Researcher

Jan 2018 - Nov 2018 (11 months)

• Analyzed and assessed the Atlas code, contributing to its refinement. • Led Proof of Concept (POC) initiatives with multiple clients utilizing the Atlas framework. • Integrated commercial automotive Image Signal Processors (ISPs) into the Atlas ecosystem.

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Optical Specialist

Jul 2004 - Jan 2018 (13 years 7 months)

• Customer support in advance optics and lightning questions • Optical designer for new applications – Design of advanced optical systems – Select and present the available options to attain design goals – Design and model opto-mechanical solutions for custom made image acquisition devices – Guide customers and senior management in technology selection for specific applications – Feasibility study with laboratory prototyping • Test designer for camera characterization – Implement tests for new camera prototypes and production models – New algorithms development for image quality measurement – Full test design, from hardware control to database storage.

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Information System Analyst

United Nations Development Program (UNDP)

Jan 2001 - Jan 2002 (1 year 1 month)

Organized and verified data from a survey on how regional governments use and administrate SISBEN, a database that catalogues health programs for underprivileged people. Analyzed statistical data and prepared report summarizing data collection problems Calculated socio-ecological markers based on social and geographical information

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Researcher in Applied Optics

Physics International Centre

Jan 1999 - Jan 2001 (2 years 1 month)

Part time, while finishing physics degree. Research in advanced experimental optics Investigated optical methods for industrial application Developed a device for the study of small surfaces topography (now in use at the National Institute of Legal Medicine and Forensic Sciences) Performed feasibility study of a LIDAR system to monitor the air quality in Bogotá Colombia.

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Programmer

Letsgo internet service

Jan 1995 - Jan 1997 (2 years 1 month)

Web programming for company clients

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