Rishi Patel
About Rishi Patel
Rishi Patel is the Director of Software Engineering at Cerebras Systems, where he has worked since 2021. He has extensive experience in software development for embedded processors and system integration, having held various engineering roles at companies such as Broadcom, Element Science, and Caban Systems.
Current Role at Cerebras Systems
Rishi Patel serves as the Director of Software Engineering at Cerebras Systems, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he focuses on software development for embedded processors and system integration. His responsibilities include leading engineering teams and optimizing product performance through advanced software development tools and collaborative efforts. Cerebras Systems is known for its innovative approaches in the field of artificial intelligence and high-performance computing.
Previous Experience in Software Engineering
Prior to joining Cerebras Systems, Rishi Patel held several key positions in software engineering. He worked at Caban Systems as the Head of Software Development from 2018 to 2021, where he managed software projects and teams. Before that, he was an Embedded Software Manager at Element Science, Inc. from 2015 to 2018, focusing on embedded systems. His earlier experience includes roles at Scintera Networks as a Senior Embedded Software Engineer and Broadcom Inc. as a Member of Technical Staff.
Educational Background
Rishi Patel has a strong educational foundation in Electrical Engineering. He earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree from the University of California, Irvine. He further advanced his studies by obtaining a Master's degree in Electrical Engineering from the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA). His education has equipped him with the skills necessary for his roles in software engineering and system integration.
Technical Expertise
Rishi Patel possesses expertise in software development for embedded processors and system integration. He has developed real-time adaptive DSP algorithms and calibration techniques aimed at optimizing performance and yield. His focus on improving product performance and design time through enhanced software development tools and team collaboration reflects his commitment to advancing technology in the field.
Career Timeline
Rishi Patel's career spans various roles in software engineering and development. He began as a Design Engineer at Western Digital from 2007 to 2009, followed by a position as a Senior Embedded Software Engineer at Scintera Networks from 2012 to 2015. He then transitioned to Element Science, Inc. as an Embedded Software Manager from 2015 to 2018. After that, he served as the Head of Software Development at Caban Systems until 2021, before taking on his current role at Cerebras Systems.