Overview

PhD with extensive experience in perception systems through sensor fusion, Kalman filtering, and computer vision for autonomous applications. I specialize in state estimation, perception systems, and software development with expertise in Python, C++, and various ML frameworks.

Throughout my career, I've led the development of autonomous maritime perception systems, vehicle behavior analysis, and real-time state estimation solutions. I've worked across various industries, from autonomous vehicles to healthcare, implementing cutting-edge mathematical and computational solutions.

My approach combines rigorous mathematical foundations with practical implementation, ensuring robust solutions for complex real-world problems.

Professional Experience

Principal AI Consultant March 2025 - Present
Haptiq
  • Created AI Enterprise Operations Platform serving as digital command center for private equity firms
  • Architected core PaaS infrastructure that automates workflows and consolidates enterprise data
  • Led cross-functional AI/ML project teams providing technical leadership on system architecture
  • Developed complex routing algorithms and memory management systems for real-time AI applications
AI Architecture Multi-modal AI Distributed Systems
Senior Data Scientist Feb 2024 - Nov 2024
Concurrency
  • Led end-to-end AI projects on Azure for PDF ingestion and data extraction
  • Architected solutions with robust error handling and logging systems
  • Drove internal capability development through codebase management and mentorship
  • Engaged in pre-sales activities and client management for AI initiatives
Azure AI PDF Processing
Solution Principal Jan 2019 - Dec 2023
Slalom Consulting
  • Served as thought leader in Generative AI policies and tooling development
  • Led ML architecture for forward-facing moonshot project with JRCS managing international teams
  • Designed novel computer vision solutions for nighttime detection applications
  • Delivered models in AWS and Azure ecosystems using Python and SQL
  • Developed sensor fusion and estimation algorithms for various client projects
Generative AI Computer Vision AWS Azure
Data Scientist Jan 2018 - Jan 2019
NextHealth Technologies
  • Created valuable IP including novel propensity score matching approach
  • Measured outcome effects in observational experiments with statistical rigor
  • Managed lifecycle from idea to platform deployment including scaling to Spark
Propensity Score Matching Spark
Applied Mathematician Oct 2015 - Nov 2017
Chefsteps Inc
  • Architected unscented Kalman filter systems for real-time multivariate sensor fusion
  • Achieved robust state estimation in noisy culinary environments
  • Developed production-grade algorithms in Python using test-driven development
  • Collaborated with hardware teams to optimize sensor calibration and PID controllers
Kalman Filters Python Sensor Fusion
Founder Nov 2015 - Jan 2017
Drive Assured LLC
  • Developed real-time state estimation algorithms for vehicle behavior analysis
  • Implemented OBD and phone sensor fusion for comprehensive data collection
  • Created end-to-end perception pipeline for multi-sensor data streams
State Estimation Sensor Fusion Vehicle Analytics

Education

Ph.D. in Mathematics 2007 - 2012
Colorado State University

Dissertation: "The Novikov-Veselov Equation, Stability of Solitary-Wave Solutions and a Numerical Solution"
Advisor: Dr. Jennifer Mueller

Technical Skills

State Estimation & Perception

  • Bayesian Filtering: Kalman Filters (UKF, EKF)
  • Multi-object Tracking & Motion Models
  • Sensor Fusion & Real-time Processing
  • Object Detection & Track Association

Software Development

  • Python (Expert), C++ (Proficient), SQL, R
  • PyTorch, TensorFlow, NumPy, Pandas
  • Git, AWS, Docker, Test-Driven Development

Domain Expertise

  • Real-time Systems & Sensor Data Processing
  • PID Controllers & System Identification
  • Optimization & Differential Equations

Mathematical Interests

  • Signal Processing & Fourier/Laplace Transforms
  • State Space Models & Numerical Methods
  • Operations Research & History of Mathematics

Publications

Supporting Graduate Student Instructors in Calculus

Reinholz, Daniel L.; Cox, Murray; and Croke, Ryan (2015)

International Journal for the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning: Vol. 9: No. 2, Article 11.

The Novikov-Veselov Equation: Theory and Computation

Croke R, Mueller J L, Music M, Perry P, Siltanen S and Stahel A (2015)

Contemporary Mathematics 635, pp. 25-70.

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