Deepak Mital
About Deepak Mital
Deepak Mital serves as the Central Engineering Head of Artificial Intelligence at Synaptics Incorporated, a position he has held since 2023. He has extensive experience in AI processor development and has worked with several prominent technology companies throughout his career.
Work at Synaptics
Deepak Mital serves as the Central Engineering Head of Artificial Intelligence at Synaptics Incorporated since 2023. In this role, he focuses on advancing AI technologies and their applications, particularly in programmable AI processors and full stack software development. His position is based in San Jose, California, where he leads initiatives that align with the company's goals in the AI sector.
Previous Experience
Before joining Synaptics, Deepak Mital held several significant positions in the technology sector. He worked at Roviero Inc. as an Explorer from 2017 to 2019. Prior to that, he was a Distinguished Engineer at Intel Corporation from 2014 to 2017, and at LSI for 16 years from 1998 to 2014. His career also includes a role as an Engineer at Texas Instruments from 1995 to 1998.
Education and Expertise
Deepak Mital earned a Bachelor of Engineering (BEng) in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from Amravati University, studying from 1989 to 1993. He also holds a Master of Engineering (ME) in Control Electronics from the Birla Institute of Technology and Science, Pilani, where he studied from 1993 to 1994. His educational background supports his extensive expertise in AI, chip design, and system architecture.
Achievements and Patents
Deepak Mital has been granted more than 25 patents, with additional patents pending. His work includes significant contributions to the development of programmable AI processors, DNN and CNN operations, and fault tolerance in architecture and design. He has led teams in various projects, including wireless basestation networking and DSP solutions, showcasing his leadership in complex engineering environments.
Technical Skills and Contributions
Deepak Mital possesses deep knowledge in implementing advanced technologies such as deep submicron backend processes and scalable FPGA emulation systems. He has experience in defining optimal floorplans, ensuring PPA (Power, Performance, Area) targets, and leading verification teams to achieve first pass success in complex systems. His contributions extend to writing about advancements in AI at the IoT edge.