Highly proficient Staff Optical Engineer with a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, specializing in lidar system design and advanced optical receivers. Over 7 years of experience in designing, developing, and testing cutting-edge lidar, optical, and electro-optical systems for space and automotive applications. Published over 30 scientific papers and holds a U.S. patent for lidar innovations. Proficient in crossdisciplinary collaboration and applying advanced engineering solutions to real-world challenges.