Work Experience

Bee2Cloud		Darmstadt, Germany
CEO and Founder		Nov 2020 ‑ Present
• Successfully organised and orchestrated the establishment of Bee2Cloud from scratch (technical, managerial, human resources, financial, etc.) • Extensive Research and Development for a Product and Solution in the field of Precision Agriculture and Apiculture • Requirements elicitation through discussions with end‑users • Management of 3 different teams remotely (Hardware, Software and AWS/Web App/Smartphone App) • Proof of Concept: Integration of COTS devices and deployment of systems for studying feasibility and lessons learned • Back‑end: Set‑up of AWS back‑end for data acquisition and curation and a web app for data visualisation • PCBA Prototyping: Development and manufacturing of a PCB, unique in the market in terms of features • Pilot: Deployment of 5 devices for testing both front‑end and back‑end, as well as, cellular (4G) connectivity • Development and PCBA of a second product (GPS Tracker) to be used as a stand alone or on top of main product • Customers identification and product presentation • Pricing, demos and negotiations • First product release 2023 Q1
Cognizant Technology Solutions		Frankfurt Am Main, Germany
Senior Manager		Nov 2017 ‑ Oct 2020
• Senior Architect / Technology Specialist – Industry 4.0 / Industrial IoT / IoT Strategy and Digital Transformation • Thought leadership in: – Identification of next‑generation IoT and Industrial IoT / Industry 4.0 technologies, platforms, and business models – Establishment and maintenance of partnerships with research institutes and academia – Project management of joint PPP (Public–Private Partnership) research projects – Research proposals generation for PPP (Public–Private Partnership) and EU Calls • Leadership and execution of technology advisory consultancy projects • Portfolio creation of use‑cases ready for proposal to existing / new customers and lead to first of its kind projects • Market analysis, identification of market opportunities and development of growth strategies and plans • Engagement with Client Partners and Account Managers in order to support and win RfPs with a focus on Digitalization / Automation via IoT and Industry 4.0 technology capabilities (Digital Transformation) • Participation in Technology Acceleration, such as inventing novel and impactful technology profiles and developing related assets (Digitalization/Automation storylines, Use Cases, Reference Architectures, Integration options) • Contribution to technology vision, technology roadmaps, building assets, platforms, and proof of concepts • Contribution to enhancement and maintenance of sustainable Innovation Ecosystem (Academic / Research Partners, Industry Alliances / Fora, (Pre)Standards Bodies, Governmental Agencies, etc.) • Mind share impact – Dissemination (white papers, PoVs, magazine/conference publications) • Communication of results and activities to senior internal and external audience
AGT Group (R&D) GmbH		Darmstadt, Germany
Senior Researcher		Jun 2011 ‑ Oct 2016
• Undertaking a senior role, spearheading the groups’ operations across complex infrastructure and technical implementation projects, business case development, product and solution innovation, high level consultancy and intellectual property rights (patents, publications) • Delivering key consultancy within various projects in area spanning but not limited to hardware, antennas, wireless systems and RF engineering topics, SCADA for critical infrastructures and sensors & technologies for Internet of Things • Developing Business Cases on critical infrastructure regarding safety and security (Oil & Gas, mining, food processing) and on enabling technologies (Carbon Capture and Storage) • Providing expert technical consultation & support to the sales & marketing departments regarding new products, solutions & services • Engaging extensively with existing customers to devise product solutions providing exceptional after care and support • Contributing significantly to the definition of Research Agenda & Technology Roadmap, outlining both short‑term & long‑term goals
Embedded Technology Solutions Ltd and University of Strathclyde		Glasgow, United Kingdom
Knowledge Transfer Partner (KTP) Associate		Sep 2010 ‑ May 2011
• Engaged as main engineer on study, implementation, installation and maintenance of a wireless sensor condition based system for husbandry, including base‑stations, Wi‑Fi access points, antennas and PC configuration • Performed numerous technical functions including preparation, assembly and testing of the system components prior to installation • Procured highly skilled, fully qualified subcontractors for installation of wireless and wireline communication infrastructure • Supervised subcontractors during installation and system testing upon completion, ensuring optimum performance and that work was carried out stringently in line with specifications • Liaised frequently with the customer, as main point of contact, during all phases from installation through to system presentation and demonstration • Provided after‑sales customer care and interaction, including system demonstration and software tutorial • Conducted system exploitation to further applications development to meet customer requirements and to potentially expand to new markets • Completed essential administration tasks including inventory management and components order placing, documentation and report preparation as well as installations planning, all finalised in a timely manner • Generated process and statistical analysis of data acquired by the installed WSN platform to develop algorithms for animal diseases
RF and Antennas Consultancy Services		Glasgow, United Kingdom
Freelancer / Expert Advisor		Sep 2010 ‑ May 2011
• Key expertise consultancy, on RF issues & on antenna design & implementation for consumer electronics product development
University of Strathclyde		Glasgow, United Kingdom
RESEARCH FELLOW		Nov 2008 ‑ Aug 2010
• Leading numerous research projects for diverse domains, such as Aerospace and Defence (WIDAGATE), Intelligent Transportation Systems (DOORMON), Agriculture, etc.
University of Strathclyde		Glasgow, United Kingdom
Teaching Assistant		Sep 2005 ‑ May 2008
University of Leicester		Leicester, United Kingdom
Teaching Assistant		Sep 2003 ‑ May 2005
Vaisala Impulsphysik GmbH		Hamburg, Germany
Industrial Placement / Systems Technician		Aug 2000 ‑ Aug 2001