Alexander Sotnikov
About Alexander Sotnikov
Alexander Sotnikov is a Principal Design Engineer at ON Semiconductor, specializing in RTL design using VHDL, Verilog, and SystemVerilog. He holds a PhD in Radioengineering and Telecommunications from Saint Petersburg Electrical Engineering University and has extensive experience in DSP applications.
Work at ON Semiconductor
Alexander Sotnikov has been serving as a Principal Design Engineer at ON Semiconductor since 2019. In this role, he focuses on RTL design, utilizing languages such as VHDL, Verilog, and SystemVerilog. His work is based in St Petersburg, St Petersburg City, Russia, where he has contributed to various projects over the past five years. His expertise in digital signal processing (DSP) applications enhances the development of telecommunications and radio-engineering solutions at the company.
Education and Expertise
Alexander Sotnikov earned a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree from Saint Petersburg Electrical Engineering University, where he studied Radioengineering and Telecommunications from 1995 to 2005. This educational background provides a strong foundation for his work in system-level design and simulation. His specialization in RTL design and DSP applications further underscores his technical capabilities in the field of telecommunications.
Background in Technical Writing
Prior to his current role, Alexander Sotnikov worked as a Technical Writer at Analog Devices from 2003 to 2014. This part-time position spanned 11 years and allowed him to develop skills in technical communication, which complement his engineering expertise. His experience in writing technical documentation supports clarity and understanding in complex engineering projects.
Experience at Quantenna Communications
From 2013 to 2019, Alexander Sotnikov held the position of Systems Engineer at Quantenna Communications. During this six-year tenure, he focused on system-level design and simulation, contributing to advancements in telecommunications technology. His experience in this role further solidified his expertise in DSP applications and system engineering.