Prashant Kumar
About Prashant Kumar
Prashant Kumar is a Software Engineer II at Convergent Science, specializing in Computational Fluid Dynamics simulations. He has a strong background in algorithm design and has held various academic and industry positions throughout his career.
Work at Convergent Science
Prashant Kumar has been employed at Convergent Science as a Software Engineer II since 2021. In this role, he develops solutions for Computational Fluid Dynamics simulations, focusing on creating robust and computationally efficient algorithms. His work contributes to advancements in simulation technology, enhancing the performance and reliability of fluid dynamics applications.
Education and Expertise
Prashant Kumar holds a PhD Candidate status in Computer Science from Oregon State University, where he studied from 2014 to 2020. He also earned a Master's degree in Computer Science from the same institution. Prior to that, he completed a Master of Science in Chemistry and a Bachelor of Science with Honors at the Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur. His educational background supports his expertise in algorithm design, geometric modeling, and visualization.
Background
Prashant Kumar has a diverse professional background with experience in various roles and institutions. He worked as a Software Developer at Divergent 3D for four months in 2019 and held multiple positions at Oregon State University, including Research Assistant, Course Instructor, and Teaching Assistant from 2014 to 2020. He also served as a Software Developer at Dassault Systemes Solutions Lab and Wolfram, contributing to software development projects in different capacities.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Prashant Kumar has demonstrated a strong commitment to his work, characterized by honesty and a collaborative spirit. He has a notable interest in geometric modeling and visualization, which aligns with his focus on computational geometry. His passion for algorithm design and coding has enabled him to apply his technical skills effectively in developing real-world products.