Professional Background

As the first software engineer in the AI team, I developed the complete software infrastructure for AI-driven robotic applications. Successively promoted to Group Leader for AI for Manipulation in September 2021.

• Developed deep learning-based pick-and-place systems, enabling selective grasping by fusing semantic segmentation with 3D depth data.
• Built comprehensive human detection and collision avoidance schemes using multi-sensor fusion for safe human-robot interaction.
• Conceptualized and developed a showcase robot for human-robot engagement (Tic-Tac-Toe).
• Architected the software stack using C++ libraries, ROS/Gazebo, and custom device drivers.
• Featured in international media for demonstrating AI-driven robots at GITEX 2021 in Dubai.

Focused on motion planning, grasping, and trajectory generation for mobile and humanoid manipulators.

• Contributed to major EU and industry projects including Hybr-IT, TransFIT, NeTTUN, and iLAADR, focusing on HRI, teleoperation, and sensor-based manipulation.
• Served as DFKI Project Coordinator for the EIT Digital project iLevator (2016).
• Developed motion planning and trajectory generation frameworks for mobile manipulators in unstructured environments.
• Supervised Master's research on multi-sensor fusion for in-hand object localization.

Led large-scale industrial automation projects, focusing on drive control schemes and commissioning of complex machinery.

• Developed AC/DC drive control schemes, PLC programming, and HMI designs for industrial applications.
• Optimized machine logic and tuned control loops during commissioning.
• Managed technical interfaces between clients, consultants, and vendors.
• Promoted through roles from Graduate Trainee Engineer to Executive and finally Senior Executive.