Mehdi Daneshpanah
SVP, Head of Engineering @ Cognichip
About
I build high-performing engineering teams and category-defining products at the intersection of AI and deep tech. As SVP and Head of Engineering at Cognichip, I lead the development of AI-native platforms transforming how semiconductors are designed.My experience spans software, algorithms, systems engineering, and enterprise product delivery. I’m passionate about solving hard problems, building cross-disciplinary teams, and turning bold ideas into real products.45 publications • 6 patents • 1300+ citations.
United States
San Francisco Bay Area
Computer Software
Computational optics, Statistical Signal Processing, Physics based modeling, Computational lithography, Optimization, Physics, Modeling, Optics, Communications Audits, Optimizations, Matlab, Lithography, Algorithms, Digital Signal Processors, Pattern Recognition, R&D, Semiconductors, Simulations, Signal Processing, Robotics
Experience
SVP, Head of Engineering
Cognichip
Founding VP of Software
Cognichip
Sr. Director of Engineering
KLA
Led engineering teams across algorithms, computational physics, software, HPC, and systems engineering for semiconductor inspection and metrology products. Delivered high-performance solutions at the intersection of hardware, software, and deep domain science. Previously held multiple individual and leadership roles with expanded scope in engineering during a 13+ year tenure. Started as Algorithms Engineer in 2011.
Senior Scientist
GE Research
Albany, New York Metropolitan Area
Developed computational optics probes and algorithms for advanced metrology and inspection problems at GE Aviation, Energy and Security business units.
Research Associate
University of Connecticut
Research on NSF and DARPA funded projects for 3D imaging and display. Focus on digital holography and computational imaging. 1100 citations to date (h-index 17) to over 18 journal papers and 40+ conference presentations.
System Engineering Intern
ASML
Double dark-field detection for EUV reticles. Asphere optimization for 193i litho lens.
Software Developer
Isfahan University of Technology
Developed AI engine, omni-directional tracking and visual serving for soccer playing robots. Bronze medalist in 2003 International RoboCup Competitions. https://www.robocup.org
Education
University of Connecticut
Electrical Engineering, Imaging Systems
University of Connecticut
Electrical and Computer Engineering
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