Adam Shapiro
About Adam Shapiro
Adam Shapiro is the Navigation Software Lead at Point One Navigation, where he has worked since 2018. He has extensive experience in digital and embedded software engineering, having held various roles at MITRE and previous positions at Cisco and Cornell University.
Work at Point One Navigation
Adam Shapiro serves as the Navigation Software Lead at Point One Navigation, a position he has held since 2018. In this role, he focuses on developing advanced navigation solutions aimed at achieving high precision for autonomous vehicles, drones, delivery robots, and agricultural applications. His work involves designing algorithms that integrate various technologies, including RTK GNSS and inertial sensor fusion, to enable 10 cm position accuracy.
Previous Experience at MITRE
Prior to his current role, Adam Shapiro worked at MITRE for a total of six years in various capacities. He began as a Digital/Embedded Software Engineer from 2010 to 2012, then advanced to Senior Digital/Embedded Software Engineer from 2012 to 2016, and later became Lead Digital/Embedded Software Engineer from 2016 to 2018. His responsibilities included designing GNSS SSR/RTK L-band corrections data and developing real-time precision navigation algorithms.
Education and Expertise
Adam Shapiro obtained his Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from Cornell University, completing his studies from 2005 to 2009. He furthered his education at the same institution, earning a Master of Engineering in Electrical Engineering in 2009. His academic background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in navigation software and embedded systems.
Early Career at Cisco and Cornell University
Adam Shapiro began his professional career as a Hardware Engineer Co-op at Cisco, where he worked for one year from 2007 to 2008. He also served as a Teaching Assistant at Cornell University for four months in 2009. These early experiences contributed to his technical skills and understanding of engineering principles.