Erwin Torreao Dassen
About Erwin Torreao Dassen
Erwin Torreao Dassen is an Interoperability Manager at Chorus One, where he has worked since 2021. He has a diverse background in mathematics and engineering, with previous roles at TNO, ASML, and Plotwise, and holds a PhD from Leiden University.
Work at Chorus One
Erwin Torreao Dassen has been serving as the Interoperability Manager at Chorus One since 2021. In this role, he focuses on the integration and functionality of various blockchain systems. He has participated in discussions regarding the Avalanche ecosystem and its multichain architecture, emphasizing the importance of specialized blockchains in fostering new use cases. Dassen has also contributed to the Chorus One Podcast, where he discussed initiatives related to Avalanche.
Previous Employment History
Before joining Chorus One, Dassen held various positions in different organizations. He worked at Plotwise as VP of Engineering from 2019 to 2021 and as Technology Lead from 2018 to 2019. Prior to that, he was a Technical Lead at Science [&] Technology from 2016 to 2018, and an Algorithm Engineer from 2015 to 2016. His earlier roles include working as a Mathematical Modeller and Algorithm Engineer at TNO from 2014 to 2015, and as a Designer/Modeller for precision measurement at ASML from 2012 to 2014.
Education and Expertise
Erwin Torreao Dassen holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Mathematics from Leiden University, which he completed from 2007 to 2011. He also earned a Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Mathematics and Computer Science from Universidade Federal de Santa Catarina from 2004 to 2006, following a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in the same field from 2000 to 2004. His expertise includes Python, Cython, Docker, and components of the Google Cloud platform such as Kubernetes and Kafka. He is skilled in modelling, stochastic modelling, graph theory, control theory, algorithm design, and cryptography.
Teaching and Collaboration Experience
During his time as a PhD candidate at Leiden University from 2007 to 2011, Dassen gained teaching experience, which enhanced his ability to convey complex ideas effectively and collaborate with others. This experience has contributed to his leadership skills, enabling him to lead cross-functional teams in various technical environments.