Tian Gan
About Tian Gan
Tian Gan is a Computer Vision Software Engineer with extensive experience in software and electrical engineering. He holds a Master's degree in Robotics, Systems and Controls from ETH Zürich and has worked at various organizations, including Swissloop Tunneling and Fotokite, focusing on thermal cameras and real-time image processing.
Current Role at Fotokite
Tian Gan is currently employed as a Computer Vision Software Engineer at Fotokite, where he has been working since 2021. His role involves developing and optimizing computer vision algorithms, particularly focusing on applications that utilize thermal cameras and real-time image processing. Tian's expertise in C/C++, Python, and OpenCV supports the creation of efficient image processing pipelines.
Experience at Swissloop Tunneling
Tian Gan has held multiple positions at Swissloop Tunneling. He began as a Software and Electrical Engineer in 2021, working for six months in Zurich, Switzerland. He later advanced to the role of Head of Software and Electrical, where he has been leading initiatives since 2021. His responsibilities include overseeing software development and electrical engineering projects within the organization.
Educational Background
Tian Gan completed his Master's degree in Robotics, Systems and Controls at ETH Zürich from 2020 to 2022. Prior to this, he obtained a Bachelor of Engineering in Electronic and Electrical Engineering from University College London (UCL) from 2017 to 2020. Additionally, he participated in an International Exchange Programme at ETH Zürich, where he studied Information Technology and Electrical Engineering for one year.
Previous Work Experience
Before his current roles, Tian Gan worked as a Teaching Assistant at ETH Zürich from 2020 to 2021, where he supported educational activities for nearly a year. He also gained experience as a Development Intern at Red Badger in 2018, where he worked for one month in London, England. These positions contributed to his foundational skills in software development and engineering.
Technical Specializations
Tian Gan specializes in thermal camera technology and real-time image processing. His technical skills include developing custom GStreamer source plugins and utilizing Docker and Hexagon SDK for software development. His proficiency in C/C++ and Python allows him to create optimized image processing and optimization pipelines, which are essential for his roles in computer vision.