Olivier Billet
About Olivier Billet
Olivier Billet is a Cryptography and Security Patent Examiner at the European Patent Office, where he has worked since 2009. He holds advanced degrees in mathematics and computer science, and has extensive experience in cryptology and security research.
Work at European Patent Office
Olivier Billet has been employed at the European Patent Office (EPO) since 2009, serving as a Cryptography and Security Patent Examiner. In this role, he examines European and PCT patent applications, utilizing his expertise in cryptography and security. His work involves assessing innovations related to anonymity solutions and cryptanalysis, which are critical areas in the field of patent examination. Billet's proficiency in three languages—English, French, and German—enables him to evaluate applications from a diverse range of inventors and organizations.
Education and Expertise
Olivier Billet holds multiple degrees in mathematics and computer science. He achieved a Ph.D. in Computer Science from UVSQ Université de Versailles Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines between 2003 and 2005. Prior to that, he earned a Master of Science in Pure Mathematics from Université Grenoble Alpes in 2000 and a Master of Philosophy in Pure Mathematics from Université Côte d'Azur in 2002. Additionally, he studied Network Engineering at Télécom Paris, obtaining a Master of Science from 2002. His educational background supports his expertise in privacy-preserving designs in cloud computing and quantum-resistant cryptography.
Background
Before joining the European Patent Office, Olivier Billet accumulated significant experience in the field of cryptology and security. He worked as a Cryptology and Security Researcher at Orange from 2003 to 2009. His earlier roles included a position as a Cryptology Researcher at Gemplus for five months in 2002 and an internship in Algorithmic Geometry at INRIA in 2000. These positions contributed to his foundational knowledge and skills in cryptography, which he applies in his current role as a patent examiner.
Achievements
Olivier Billet passed the European Qualifying Examination (EQE) in 2015, a key credential for patent examiners in Europe. This qualification demonstrates his proficiency and commitment to the field of patent examination. His focus on examining patents related to privacy-preserving technologies and cryptographic solutions reflects his dedication to advancing the understanding and application of cryptography in various domains.