Arpi Derm
About Arpi Derm
Arpi Derm is an Embedded Software Engineer currently working at BLUE ORIGIN with a background in software development and firmware engineering.
Current Role at BLUE ORIGIN
Arpi Derm currently works as an Embedded Software Engineer at BLUE ORIGIN in Kent, Washington, United States. She has been with the company since 2020, applying her extensive experience in embedded systems to support the development of aerospace technologies.
Previous Work Experience at WET (Design)
From 2015 to 2020, Arpi Derm worked as a Firmware Engineer at WET (Design). During her five-year tenure, she was involved in developing embedded systems and firmware for various applications, contributing significantly to the company's product development efforts.
Education and Expertise
Arpi Derm studied Astronomy and Astrophysics at Arizona State University, achieving a degree in Astronomical and Planetary Sciences from 2018 to 2022. She also studied Computer Science at Pasadena City College, where she earned a degree in Computer Science over three years from 2012 to 2015. This combination of disciplines equips her with a unique blend of skills in both software engineering and scientific analysis.
Cofounder and Lead Engineer at WearAway
Arpi Derm co-founded WearAway and served as the Lead Engineer from 2014 to 2015. Based in the Greater Los Angeles Area, she contributed to the company's technical direction and led engineering projects, showcasing her leadership skills and technical expertise.
Key Projects and Developments
Arpi Derm has a track record of developing innovative embedded systems. Notable projects include designing a motion control system for underwater robots using an Infineon XMC microcontroller, developing a Bluetooth Low Energy Enabled Relay Hub with scheduling capabilities for a Fire Burner Control unit, and creating a Modbus gateway embedded board with an STM32 Cortex M0 MCU for controlling animation pumps in underwater robots. These projects highlight her proficiency in embedded software engineering and her ability to develop complex systems.