Hitoshi Sato
About Hitoshi Sato
Hitoshi Sato is the Technical Director for Japan at Rescale, specializing in GPGPU technologies and high-performance computing. He has a strong academic background in Mathematical and Computing Sciences, with a Ph.D. from the Tokyo Institute of Technology, and has contributed to significant projects such as the AI Bridging Cloud Infrastructure and the development of TSUBAME supercomputers.
Work at Rescale
Hitoshi Sato serves as the Technical Director for Japan at Rescale since 2019. In this role, he focuses on advancing high-performance computing solutions and optimizing computational efficiency. Sato engages in distributed deep learning projects, utilizing frameworks such as ChainerMN and Horovod. His work contributes to the development of AI and machine learning technologies, aligning with Rescale's mission to provide cutting-edge cloud-based computing solutions.
Education and Expertise
Hitoshi Sato has a robust educational background from the Tokyo Institute of Technology. He earned a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Mathematical and Computing Sciences from 2005 to 2009, following a Master of Science (M.S.) in the same field from 2003 to 2005. He also holds a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Information Science, completed from 1999 to 2003. His expertise includes GPGPU technologies, specifically CUDA, and optimizing I/O operations on non-volatile memory devices.
Background
Before joining Rescale, Hitoshi Sato worked at the National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology (AIST) as a Senior Research Scientist from 2016 to 2019. He played a key role in the development of AI Bridging Cloud Infrastructure (ABCI), one of the largest open AI infrastructures globally. Additionally, he contributed to the development of the TSUBAME 2 and 3 supercomputers at Tokyo Institute of Technology, focusing on storage systems and parallel file systems.
Professional Experience
Hitoshi Sato has held various positions throughout his career. He worked as an Adjunct Assistant Professor at Tokyo Institute of Technology from 2009 to 2017, where he contributed to academic research and education. Earlier in his career, he interned at CERN in 2006 for two months, gaining experience in a prominent international research environment. His diverse experience spans both academic and research institutions, enhancing his technical communication skills.
Contributions to High-Performance Computing
Hitoshi Sato has made significant contributions to high-performance computing projects. His involvement in the development of the TSUBAME supercomputers and the AI Bridging Cloud Infrastructure demonstrates his commitment to advancing computational technologies. Sato's work in optimizing storage systems and engaging in distributed deep learning projects showcases his expertise in enhancing performance in data-intensive computing environments.