Neil Jones
About Neil Jones
Neil Jones is a Manager in Platform Engineering with a strong background in software development and hardware debugging. He has extensive experience in technical leadership and project management, having worked at notable companies such as MIPS and Marconi PLC.
Current Role at Blaize
Neil Jones serves as the Manager of Platform Engineering at Blaize, a position he has held since 2018. In this role, he focuses on leveraging open source technology and agile development practices. His responsibilities include overseeing engineering projects and leading technical teams to enhance platform capabilities. He is based in Leeds, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom.
Previous Experience at MIPS
Prior to his current role, Neil Jones worked at MIPS by Imagination Technologies for 12 years, from 2006 to 2018. He held the position of Software Engineering Manager, where he was responsible for leading software development teams and managing various projects. His tenure at MIPS contributed significantly to his expertise in technical leadership and project management.
Early Career at Marconi PLC
Neil Jones began his career as a Graduate Hardware Engineer at Marconi PLC, where he worked from 2000 to 2003. This early experience laid the foundation for his technical skills and understanding of hardware engineering, which he has built upon throughout his career.
Education in Microelectronic Systems
Neil Jones studied Microelectronic Systems at The University of Manchester, where he earned a Bachelor of Engineering (BE) degree from 1997 to 2000. This educational background provided him with a solid foundation in engineering principles, which he applies in his current and previous roles.
Technical Skills and Interests
Neil Jones possesses a broad skill set that includes writing high-level applications in C++ and Python. He also has experience debugging hardware problems at the PCB level. His keen interest in computer architecture complements his role in systems engineering, allowing him to effectively bridge software and hardware disciplines.