Michael Pan
About Michael Pan
Michael Pan is a Sr. Director of Engineering at Synaptics Incorporated, with extensive experience in engineering and integration roles at Kudelski Group, Nortel, and AT&T. He has a strong background in managing R&D teams globally and leading the adoption of agile methodologies in software development.
Current Role at Synaptics
Michael Pan serves as the Sr. Director of Engineering at Synaptics Incorporated since 2021. In this role, he oversees engineering operations and leads the global Application Engineering Support teams. His responsibilities include supporting customer project launches and managing R&D activities across various international locations, including the United States, Korea, China, and Taiwan. He focuses on enhancing solution readiness and product delivery through effective leadership.
Previous Experience at Kudelski Group
Prior to his current position, Michael Pan held several roles at Kudelski Group. He worked as the Head of Global Integration & Certification Centers from 2013 to 2017 in Shanghai, China. He also served as the Sr. Director of Engineering for the OS Foundation from 2017 to 2021 in the San Francisco Bay Area. Additionally, he was the Head of STB China Integration & Certification Centers from 2009 to 2013 and worked as a Team Lead from 2005 to 2009.
Early Career Background
Michael Pan began his career in the technology sector at AT&T as a Senior Engineer from 1997 to 2000 in Richardson, Texas. He then joined Nortel as Scientific Staff from 2000 to 2002. His experience also includes a position as an Application Developer at Argo Data Resource Corporation in 1997. These roles provided him with foundational skills in engineering and software development.
Education and Academic Background
Michael Pan studied Computer Science at Midwestern State University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree from 1993 to 1996. He furthered his education at Southern Methodist University, studying Computer Science for one year from 2001 to 2002. His academic background laid the groundwork for his extensive career in engineering and technology.
Leadership and Methodologies
Michael Pan has a strong interest in technology trends, which informs his leadership style in software development models and methodologies. He leads the adoption of agile methodologies across multiple teams to improve product delivery and solution readiness. His experience managing R&D teams spans various international sites, showcasing his capability in overseeing complex engineering projects.