Ivan Alles
Machine Learning Software Engineer
ivan.alles@gmail.com +49 176 2378 3872
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I'm a software engineer with 25+ years of experience focusing on algorithms, machine learning, computer vision and robotics. I pioneered the introduction of deep learning in the manufacturing industry, building first-in-their-kind systems for product quality check (up to 99.99% accuracy) and robot control. With broad expertise in software development and as a company founder, I have an excellent understanding of business needs.
Skills
Expert: Python, C++, C, numpy, OpenCV, CNTK, SVN.
Advanced: TensorFlow, C#, .NET, algorithms, robotics, SQL, Point Cloud Library, GitHub.
Familiar: TensorFlow.js, music information retrieval, Javascript, Vue, pandas, Java, Qt, Perl, Pascal, UML, OpenGL.
Work History
Founder at Urobots, 2018-2021
- Leading a team of experts, created a user-friendly AI framework to solve computer vision and robotics problems without coding and reduce the development time from months to days.
- Developed AI algorithms for classification, object detection, semantic segmentation, robot-camera calibration.
- Designed REST APIs.
- Implemented software modules for camera, robot and advanced Blockly programming.
- Applied the framework in 50+ customer projects.
Python, TensorFlow, CNTK, OpenCV.
Software and machine learning engineer, 2018-2020
- Developed a model to learn user preferences.
- Optimized GAN generator for usage in javascript.
- Developed a web application demonstrating human-AI collaboration in computational creativity.
Python, TensorFlow, TensorFlow.js, javascript, Vue.
Founder at Urobots, 2018-2021
- Developed computer vision algorithms for real-time object localization, achieving accuracy < 2 pix in position and < 2° in rotation.
- Created a transfer learning model, reducing the required number of training data by 90%.
- Applied the algorithm in 10+ projects in robotics, object counting, quality assurance.
Python, TensorFlow, TensorFlow.js, OpenCV, javascript, Vue.
Founder at Urobots, 2018-2021
- Pioneered the introduction of deep learning models in low-energy consumption environments (CPU, FPGA).
- Applied deep learning in an interactive exhibit in Germany's most prominent science center.
Python, TensorFlow, CNTK, OpenCV, Linux.
Founder at Urobots, 2016-2019
- Implemented algorithms for segmentation and grasping of previously unseen objects in 2D and 3D.
- Designed and developed software processing 3D camera input and controlling the robot.
Python, TensorFlow, CNTK, OpenCV, Qt.
Optical quality control of industrial components
Founder at Urobots, 2016-2020
- Developed methods for defect detection using the minimal "defect / no defect" input on the whole image rather than labeling each defect separately.
- Implemented software for optical quality control of industrial components: object presence, segmentation, tracking, counting.
Python, TensorFlow, Torch, lua, CNTK, OpenCV, Qt.
Founder at Urobots, 2012-2021
- Developed algorithms and applications to check the assembly correctness of products consisting of hundreds of near-identical specular parts, achieving 99.95% accuracy.
- Managed a team adapting the core algorithms for 100+ product types.
- Designed the relevant hardware (lightIng, cameras) for 15+ installations.
C++, python, JSON, XML, boost, OpenCV, MFC, Visual Studio.
Head pose tracking (product prototype)
Software engineer, 2012
- Developed and evaluated algorithms for real-time head pose tracking in video.
C++, OpenCV, OpenGL.
Computer poker (hobby project)
Software engineer, 2010-2012
- Developed efficient algorithms and software for the Annual Computer Poker Competition.
- The program reached 4th place in the limit hold 'em 2-player event, challenging teams with tenfold human, computer and time resources.
C#, C++, Java, Maven, Linux.
Automated Baggage Loading System for Grenzebach
Freelance software engineer, 2009-2013
- Developed methods and software for 3D object recognition and registration.
- Developed methods and software for LIDARs-robot calibration, reducing manual effort by 90%.
- Implemented physics and LIDAR simulation.
- Developed algorithms for optimization of container loading (3D knapsack).
- Designed and implemented production software and tools.
C++, XML, MFC, boost, Point Cloud Library.
Automotive drivers and middleware for SMSC
Freelance software engineer, 2008-2012
- Designed and developed various drivers: QNX Sound, Media Local Bus, EEPROM, Timer, GPIO.
- Implemented MOST middleware.
- Implemented PC simulation.
C, C++, C#, Visual Studio, Windows CE, ARM, INIC, Linux, QNX, OSEK.
GUI coverage profiler (product prototype)
Software engineer, 2007-2008
- Developed instrumentation methods required working on .NET assemblies without access to the source code.
- Designed and implemented a program for measuring test coverage of GUI elements in .NET applications.
C#, C++, Visual Studio.
C++ refactoring tool (product prototype)
Software engineer, 2007
- Developed scripts to convert the C++ grammar to the intermediate language of GNU tools Flex and Bison.
- Implemented a syntax error-tolerant parser and semantic analyzer.
- Programmed an add-in for Visual Studio to make code refactoring using a context menu.
C++, C#, perl, boost, Visual Studio.
Automotive drivers for Harman Becker Automotive Systems
Freelance software engineer, 2006-2007
- Replaced a hardware parallel bus with a software-based serial bus, reducing hardware costs by 10% and CPU load by 90%.
- Designed and implemented peripheral device drivers (SPI, RS-232, MLB, I2C) with CPU load reduced by 90% due to the use of DMA.
- Managed a team developing a boot loader for a radio unit.
C, C++, Visual Studio, V850, OSEK.
Сontrol module for chemical analysis for Agilent Technologies
Software engineer at K2L GmbH, 2002-2005
- Implemented software components: GUI, generic data processing, inter-processor communication, device drivers.
- Designed and implemented a visual form editor for GUI development, simulation and test tools.
C++, XML, Visual Studio, MFC, wxWidgets.
Automotive software and tools for German car manufacturers
Software engineer at K2L GmbH, 2000-2005
- Designed and developed GUI for instrument panels for Audi, VW and Iveco.
- Designed and implemented the MOST Network Master function block for BMW. The software was 100% compliant with the MOST specification and became a reference project for ISO 9001 certification.
- Managed a team implementing device drivers (USB, RS-232) and tools.
C++, C, XML, Visual Studio, ST10, Windows CE, OSEK.
Backend software for E-Commerce
Software developer at Actis Systems Internet, 1999-2000
- Designed and implemented an application for monitoring changes in websites.
- Developed backend database management tools.
C++, COM, MS SQL Server, Oracle.
Photoscan for Science Center of Komi Republic, Russia
Freelance software engineer, 1999
- Developed methods and software to measure the volume of round timber on camera images.
- Managed the development team.
C++, computer vision.
In-house software development
Software Engineer at Energosbyt, 1998-1999
- Designed a contractors' database, incorporating contractors of all subsidiaries of the company.
- Designed and implemented a program for analyzing customers' data.
- Maintained and enhanced the company's software, consulted over 50 users.
Visual Basic, FoxPro.
In-house software development
Software Engineer at Sberbank of Russia, 1996-1998
- Designed and implemented an analytical information system, incorporating financial indexes, information about all bank transactions and a collection of converters for importing data from various sources.
- This work was awarded the First Prize in the "Young Banker 1997" republican competition.
Visual Basic, MS Access.
Warehouse and sales database for industry
Freelance Software Engineer
- Designed and developed a database for monitoring and maintaining warehouse stock records and sales.
- Created a program for generating bills and various reports based on the data from the database.
FoxPro.
Electronic signature (Diploma Project)
Software developer，1994-1995
- Developed an algorithm and implemented software to compress scanned signatures to 1% of the original size.
C++, image processing.
Education
Master of Science (M.S.) in Applied Mathematics
Syktyvkar State University, Russia
1990 – 1995
Courses
Music Information Retrieval
University of Victoria, 2021
Studied Extracting Information From Music Signals, Machine Learning for Music Information Retrieval, Music Retrieval Systems.
Robotics
Columbia University, 2017
Core techniques for representing robots that perform physical tasks in the real world.
Machine Learning
Stanford University, 2016
Certificate in machine learning.
Machine Learning Foundations
University of Washington, 2016
Certificates in classification, regression and practical applications of machine learning.
Languages
Fluent in English, German and Russian (native language). Elementary proficiency in Chinese.
Hobbies
Hiking, cross-country skiing, yoga, computer games.