Youval Nehmadi
About Youval Nehmadi
Youval Nehmadi serves as the Senior Engineering Director of Sensor Fusion and Perception at LeddarTech in Central, Israel, where he has worked since 2020. With extensive experience in the semiconductor equipment industry and a strong academic background, he specializes in sensor fusion technologies critical for autonomous vehicles.
Work at LeddarTech
Currently, Youval Nehmadi serves as the Senior Engineering Director for Sensor Fusion & Perception at LeddarTech. He has held this position since 2020, contributing to advancements in sensor technologies critical for autonomous vehicle systems. His role involves overseeing the development and integration of sensor fusion technologies, which combine data from multiple sources to enhance perception capabilities.
Professional Role as Chief Scientist
In addition to his work at LeddarTech, Youval Nehmadi has been a Professional Examiner at the Chief Scientist of Israel since 2014. In this capacity, he evaluates and assesses various technological projects and initiatives, leveraging his extensive expertise in sensor technologies and market needs.
Education and Expertise
Youval Nehmadi has a comprehensive educational background in engineering and management. He earned a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Computer Engineering from Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, along with a Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Electrical and Computer Engineering. He also completed an Executive MBA at the Kellogg-Recanati EMBA Program. His studies at Technion - Israel Institute of Technology culminated in a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Physics. His expertise includes sensor fusion, perception technologies, computer vision, and image processing.
Background in the Semiconductor Industry
Youval Nehmadi has a significant background in the semiconductor equipment industry, where he has developed a deep understanding of hardware and software integration. His career includes various roles at Applied Materials, where he progressed from R&D Manager to Business Development Manager. His experience in this sector has equipped him with the skills necessary to identify market needs and develop technical solutions.
Career Progression and Previous Roles
Throughout his career, Youval Nehmadi has held multiple positions that showcase his technical and managerial capabilities. He worked at Intellectual Ventures as an Inventor and held various roles at Applied Materials, including Marketing Manager and Product Manager. His early career included a position as a Senior Software Engineer at Comverse. This diverse experience has contributed to his strong product management skills and ability to translate technical solutions into marketable products.