Jean Vianney

Field Application Engineer - Agriculture @ Hexagon Autonomous Solutions

About

I’m a product‑focused engineering leader with experience across AI, autonomous systems, and customer‑centric product development. My background spans founding a health‑tech AI startup, leading cross‑functional teams, and building solutions that sit at the intersection of user needs, data, and technical feasibility. As the Co‑Founder & CEO of Yuko AI, I led product discovery, user interviews, competitive research, and MVP definition—translating complex, frontline healthcare problems into solutions powered by AI. I owned the roadmap, defined KPIs, and partnered with NGOs and frontline teams to validate early adoption and drive product iterations. At Hexagon, I work closely with OEM customers, engineering teams, and field operations to identify high‑impact problems, and guide the delivery of reliable, data‑informed solutions for autonomy in agriculture. My work includes breaking down ambiguous customer issues, conducting telemetry‑driven root‑cause investigations, and contributing to shaping and review of Concepts of Operations and stakeholder specifications for new initiatives. Previously, I led engineering for the WATonoBUS autonomous shuttle (20‑person team), where I owned testing frameworks, integration plans, system validation, and real‑time telematics development. Across all roles, I thrive in ambiguous environments, enjoy working with cross‑functional partners, and bring a structured, analytical mindset to building products users genuinely value. I’m energized by roles where product, engineering, and user empathy intersect—and where I can help build products that deeply solve user problems.

Country

Canada

City

Calgary

Industry

Computer Software

Skill

Machine Learning, Computer Vision, Data Mapping, Data Analysis, Remote Sensing, GPS, Spatial Analysis, Project Planning, Research, Data Collection, Technical Writing, Surveying, Geomatics, Programming, Cartography, Engineering, Control Systems Design, Matlab, Python, GIS

Experience

Field Application Engineer - Agriculture

Hexagon Autonomous Solutions

2023-8 - Present · 3 yrs 2 mos

OEM level technical applications engineer for positioning & guidance systems - Provide high‑level technical support to a major OEM customer, diagnosing complex issues across integrated positioning and tractor/implement guidance systems. - Own escalated cases end‑to‑end, coordinating with engineering, product, and field operations to shorten time‑to‑resolution. - Translate recurring issues into actionable requirements, influencing Concept of Operations, stakeholder specifications, and roadmap decisions. - Build trust with customer teams by delivering clear explanations, regular updates, and data‑backed recommendations. - Contribute to test plans, validation workflows, and field trials for new product features and bug‑fix releases. Key achievement: - Reduced repeated customer issues by improving diagnostic workflows and feeding insights into engineering.

Co-Founder + CEO

Yuko AI

2021-8 - 2023-8 · 2 yrs 1 mo

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Led product discovery, roadmap definition, and GTM for an AI assistive tool used by health workers - Built the product vision and roadmap from 0 → 1 through user interviews, problem mapping, and competitive analysis. - Translated qualitative user insights into MVP requirements, PRDs, and feature specs grounded in feasibility and value. - Designed and implemented a KPI framework (adoption, quality, engagement) that guided iteration cycles and feature prioritization. - Collaborated with engineering to define success metrics, model evaluation needs, and versioning strategy for ML‑powered features. - Developed partnerships with NGOs, frontline workers, and early adopters to validate product assumptions and refine the solution. - Owned go‑to‑market strategy, including positioning, messaging, pilot programs, and stakeholder updates. Core PM strengths shown: 0→1 product building, user research, KPI definition, MVP scoping, GTM, iterative product improvement.

Research Engineer / WATonoBus Project Lead

University of Waterloo

2020-1 - 2021-8 · 1 yr 8 mos

Waterloo, Ontario, Canada

Led systems integration and validation for a 2.7‑km autonomous shuttle pilot - Led a 20‑person cross‑functional engineering team across perception, localization, controls, safety, and operations. - Defined system requirements, testing workflows, and validation plans across multiple autonomy modules. - Conducted structured risk assessments, defined mitigation strategies, and ensured on‑time delivery of engineering milestones. - Built a real‑time telematics system enabling proactive health monitoring, fleet visibility, and decision‑making. - Coordinated with municipal partners, campus stakeholders, vendors, and researchers to ensure successful deployment. Core PM strengths shown: execution planning, cross‑functional leadership, system integration, requirements writing, stakeholder coordination.

Product Support Analyst

Trimble Applanix

2015-9 - 2018-1 · 2 yrs 5 mos

Richmond Hill, Ontario, Canada

Supported global customers building UAV and autonomous systems - Worked directly with customers to identify issues, gather requirements, and support integrations across UAV and autonomous platforms. - Communicated product limitations, edge cases, and improvement opportunities to internal PM and engineering teams. - Led payload integrations, field tests, and troubleshooting sessions—feeding insights back into product roadmaps. Core PM strengths shown: customer empathy, problem discovery, product feedback loops, technical troubleshooting.