Sidharth Thakur
About Sidharth Thakur
Sidharth Thakur is a Lead Visualization & UI/UX Scientist with extensive experience in data visualization and visual analytics. He holds a PhD in Computer Science from Indiana University Bloomington and has worked at various institutions, including the Renaissance Computing Institute and North Carolina State University.
Current Role at Blaize
Sidharth Thakur serves as the Lead Visualization & UI/UX Scientist at Blaize since 2019. In this role, he focuses on developing innovative visualization solutions and enhancing user experience through effective UI/UX design. His expertise in scientific and information visualization, along with human-computer interaction, contributes to the advancement of visualization technologies within the company.
Education and Expertise
Sidharth Thakur holds a PhD in Computer Science from Indiana University Bloomington, where he studied from 2004 to 2008. He also earned a Master of Science in Computer Science from the same institution between 2002 and 2004. His foundational education includes a Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical Engineering from Devi Ahilya Vishwavidyalaya, completed from 1995 to 1999. His academic background supports his specialization in data visualization, visual analytics, and interactive intelligent interfaces.
Professional Experience
Prior to his current position, Sidharth Thakur worked at the Renaissance Computing Institute as a Senior Visualization Researcher and Sr. Research Software Developer from 2008 to 2016. He also held the role of Systems Engineer at Tata Infotech from 1999 to 2001. Additionally, he served as an Adjunct Assistant Professor at North Carolina State University from 2014 to 2016 and has been an Adjunct Instructor at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill since 2019.
Community Engagement and Contributions
Sidharth Thakur is actively involved in community-building efforts aimed at enhancing visualization literacy among users. He engages with various initiatives that promote understanding and application of visualization techniques in different fields. His contributions extend to sharing his work and publications online, which highlight his expertise in data visualization and visual analytics.
Skills and Technical Proficiencies
Sidharth Thakur possesses a diverse skill set that includes proficiency in D3.js, JavaScript, Python, HTML/CSS, Webstack, OpenGL, VTK, and C++. These technical skills enable him to create effective visualization tools and applications that address complex data challenges. His background in software development and research further enhances his capabilities in the field.