Nick Pourazima
- [email protected]
- www.pourazima.com
- Sterling, VA
Experienced Software Developer with expertise in integrating advanced signal processing into mission-critical systems. Proven track record in managing complex software projects, bridging R&D and development, and leading cross-functional teams. Expertise in acoustic signal processing, machine learning, and real-time system optimization, with a focus on reliability and performance in high-consequence environments.
Work Experience
Technical Lead
Led multiple high-impact projects, leveraging advanced signal processing and software development techniques to enhance the capabilities of defense technologies.
- Led Sensor Fusion Development: Spearheaded the development of a sensor fusion data collection Android application capable of streaming high-throughput data to a server on demand using gRPC and Protocol Buffers. Architected the backend using a Go-based Docker Compose stack and leveraged NATS for command and control (C2).
- Full-Stack Development: Designed and implemented a custom API to interface seamlessly with a React and TypeScript frontend, enabling remote application triggering and ensuring efficient data handling across the entire system.
- MLOps Pipeline Deployment: Engineered an end-to-end MLOps pipeline and provisioned dual servers configured as a multi-node, multi-drive MinIO S3 bucket storage solution.
- Machine Learning: Developed a full GPU-based RF IQ intake system using NVIDIA Holoscan, deploying an RF spectrum-based segmentation model for modulation and cellular technology classification.
- Signal Processing Expertise: Integrated advanced signal processing techniques within the SignalQ system, significantly enhancing real-time gunshot detection, classification, and localization, leading to successive victories with the Army customer.
- SBIR Proposal Success: Authored and managed a winning SBIR proposal, securing funding on the first submission and aligning the company’s R&D strategy with defense sector priorities.
DSP Engineer / Software Developer
Lead engineer on a spectrum surveying project, focusing on full signal chain pipeline for wideband receiver archival and analysis.
- Programmed NVIDIA GPU using CUDA for fast PSD streaming.
- Built GNU Radio OOT Module to support Xmidas file types.
- Utilized ZMQ load-balancing for constant parameterization of pre-d stream.
Audio Software Engineer
Developed a suite of audio metrics using Python for the Portal product line, enabling deeper vocal analytics.
Hardware Engineer II
Designed a prototype to measure the HRTF from the ground up.
- Obtained full safety compliance (acoustic, biocompatibility, electronic).
- Lead inventor on two patents.
- Built a PDM to AES MEMS digital audio converter PCB board in Altium, which has since ramped up to full-scale production and is utilized in a capture space.
Acoustic Engineer
Worked as part of a small agile-run research team on cutting-edge 3D Audio applications and innovative technologies.
- Conducted soundfield reconstruction research and large-scale audio test and measurement deployment.
Audio Engineer
Set up, recorded, and mixed live concerts, ensembles, small groups, and private auditions throughout CMU theaters and off-site venues.
- Gained experience in microphone recording techniques and live mixing.
Technical Sales Engineer
Consulted technical solutions for 5G and other leading-edge projects at Qualcomm, San Diego, tailoring test and measurement equipment to their requirements.
- Established automation methods and crafted new tools to streamline the sales process.
- Conducted demonstrations and presentations tailored to customer requirements.
- Gained in-depth knowledge of RF and other bench-top equipment, including radio base station emulators, signal generators, spectrum analyzers, and oscilloscopes.
Firmware Test Engineer
Drafted test plans and procedures per specifications of the branded product line (NAS, routers, WDTV), bringing up these products from initial spec to final deployment.
- Managed projects and automated testing for all new online services on WDTV product line.
Projects
Developed a haptic metronome wearable device to fill the space between beats and provide a more meaningful gestural system than typical audible metronomes.
Prototyped a wearable device and app for sharing moods with loved ones, promoting emotional awareness.
Created a dynamic sound environment tracking butterfly flight via motion sensors at Phipps Conservatory, attracting over 125,000 visitors.
Founder - New Age Baby Monitor
Created a low-cost, multi-sensor wearable baby monitor for SIDS risk factors using Arduino Fio with Xbee radios, an electret mic, accelerometer, and temperature sensor to monitor baby positioning and vitals.