Robert De Santiago
About Robert De Santiago
Robert De Santiago is an Embedded Systems Manager at Sight Sciences, where he has worked since 2023. He has extensive expertise in system design for sensor networks and developing firmware applications, with a background in various engineering roles across multiple companies.
Work at Sight Sciences
Robert De Santiago has been employed at Sight Sciences since 2021, where he currently serves as Embedded Systems Manager. In this role, he oversees the design and implementation of embedded systems, focusing on both wired and wireless sensor networks. His responsibilities include data telemetry and motor control. Prior to his current position, he worked as Principal Hardware and Software Engineer for three years, contributing to various projects that enhance the company's technological capabilities.
Education and Expertise
Robert De Santiago holds a Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng.) degree in Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering from San Jose State University. His academic background supports his extensive expertise in system design, particularly in developing firmware applications within custom real-time operating environments. He is proficient in PCB design and schematic capture tools, including PCAD, OrCAD, and Altium Designer.
Professional Background
Robert De Santiago has a diverse professional background in embedded systems and firmware development. He began his career at RKI Instruments, Inc. as a Senior R&D Engineer from 2006 to 2011. He then transitioned to QSecure as a Senior Firmware Engineer for one year. Following that, he worked at Voler Systems as a Consulting Systems Architect from 2015 to 2018 and at Faraday Bicycles as a Senior Consulting Engineer for 11 months before joining Sight Sciences.
Technical Skills and Tools
Robert possesses strong technical skills in developing Internet of Things (IoT) appliances utilizing Bluetooth and WiFi technologies. He has hands-on experience with various microcontroller platforms, including 8, 16, and 32-bit systems. He is experienced in using version control tools such as Subversion, Plastic SCM, and GIT for managing codebases. Additionally, he utilizes JIRA and Basecamp for design verification testing and product issue tracking across teams.
Achievements in Engineering
Throughout his career, Robert De Santiago has demonstrated a commitment to advancing technology in embedded systems. His roles have involved significant contributions to firmware development and system architecture. He has extensive experience in a lab environment, focusing on research, fast prototyping, testing, bring-up, and failure analysis, which has been integral to the projects he has undertaken.