● Lead a skilled R&D group across multiple disciplines—including PHY, Protocol Stack, Management Applications, Platform, Embedded Software, QA, System/Algorithm, Lab, and Hardware teams—to successfully deliver a fully software-based 5G private network solution.● Build and strengthen R&D teams to effectively manage fast-paced activities and capitalize on emerging opportunities.

● Led embedded software and tools development for the FastLinQ Ethernet product line following Cavium’s acquisition by Marvell.● Developed firmware to support new ASIC features, including SR-IOV, performance monitoring, and maintenance functionalities.● Implemented management protocols and integrated with major OEM server vendors, such as Dell iDRAC, HP iLO, Lenovo, and Supermicro.● Defined, validated, and tested next-generation ASICs, managing the entire lifecycle from design through successful bring-up.● Supported production, field support, and QA activities, ensuring smooth operations and addressing any issues promptly.● Collaborated with globally distributed remote teams across ASIC design, hardware, host OS protocol drivers, systems, QA, and OEM vendor support.

● Managed R&D activities to deliver mobile and cloud platforms for IoT control, resulting in a product that was ranked #1 on Google Play and attracted over 10 million users.● Integrated new smart-home protocols (OCF, Z-Wave) and emerging standards to gain a competitive advantage through innovation.● Led development efforts for Android mobile client, as well as cloud solutions.● Initiated and directed the development of an Apple iPhone native application, starting with outsourced services and later transitioning to an in-house development team.● Developed and led the team, including hiring, training, and mentoring team members to foster growth and expertise.● Focused on aligning with company strategy by delivering high-quality software within fast delivery cycles.

● Lead the Flash Management Firmware Group to deliver embedded NAND Flash storage solutions for mobile devices.● Develop algorithms to enhance device endurance, performance, and reliability, supporting SLC, MLC, and TLC NAND flash types.● Implement eMMC specifications and integrate proprietary features into embedded SoC software.● Complete integrations with Tier-1 mobile phone vendors, achieving superior performance and endurance compared to other NAND flash vendors.

• Lead the embedded software group to deliver Carrier Ethernet Switching Router.• Software stack composed of C++, OO, Embedded Linux on PowerQUICC processors.

• Developed innovative wireless communication processor (SDR SoC) that supports multiple programmable air interfaces (cellular, WiFi, digital TV, etc.).• Responsible for all software development: - Wireless Protocol Stack. - SoC BSP (Boot, RTOS, drivers, infrastructure). - SoC Compilation and debug tools (based on binutils and GDB). - Demonstration applications (GUI, Host drivers). - SoC Verification framework and tools.• Recruited software team members, established development procedures and defined the overall software architecture.• Worked with worldwide partners to integrate diverse technologies (WLAN, GSM/GPRS/EGPRS, proprietary) and deliver complete products.

• Lead teams to develop and support the organization's top priority products: - Stackable managed switches and routers. - Routers and branch office VoIP media gateways.• Teams spanned worldwide.• VxWorks and Linux environments, OO using C and C++.

(Started as a Development Manager For iRiS Antivirus and continued as VP R&D After the acquisition by Computer Associate))• Delivered best in class AntiVirus technology for multiple platforms: Linux, Windows, WindowsCE, DOS, MacOS that was used by more than 35M users worldwide.• Initiated new products that directly contributed to the company bottom line.• Managed the 24/7 product support while collaborating with R&D teams globally.• Designed and developed innovative malicious code detection and removal algorithms, patents granted.

(Formerly Lannet/Madge)• Implementing networking routing protocols software.• Network switches and routers development (Ethernet, ATM, L2 and L3).

Developed real time embedded software for military applications.

Airborne systems development