Luis Paz

Experience

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  QvO Audio

  Jan 2004 - May 2006

  Independent Owner

  Designed, developed, and produced an audio processing unit tailored for musicians. Key accomplishments during this period include:Product Innovation:Conceptualized and developed an analog stereo processor unit, incorporating multiple stereo modules such as Wave Shaper, Filterbank, LFO, Envelope Follower/Generator, Digitally controlled analog circuits, I/O modulation, and control.End-to-End Project Management:Managed the entire project lifecycle including circuit design, PCB layout, implementation, graphics design, case design, web design, assembly, and testing.Recognition in Rolling Stone Magazine:Achieved recognition with an article featured in Rolling Stone Magazine Latin America edition in December 2006.Musical Impact:Contributed to the creation of an established Argentinean musician's top-selling album, where the QvO Audio unit was used. Show less

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  SRS Labs, Inc.

  Jun 2008 - Jul 2012

  Team Management:Managed the US Applications Engineering team, coordinating all requests from internal teams and product manufacturers. Assumed responsibility for resources allocation and all deliverables.Planned and executed SRS IP demos across all product types for major events such as CES and other trade shows.Product development:Collaborated with R&D on audio architecture design of new solutions for TV, PC and Mobile segments.Worked closely with Product Managers to define specifications for new PC and Mobile solutions, aligning product development with market needs and trends.Collaborated with the Software Engineering team on product requirements, UI/UX design, and the implementation of an audio tuning app for PC solutions, enhancing user experience.Direct Customer Support:Provided direct support for key customer engagements and integrations, ensuring seamless communication and resolution of technical queries. Show less Customer Engagements:Coordinated new customer engagements in collaboration with Sales, Marketing, and Engineering teams, resulting in multiple successful product integration wins.Global Support:Led technical training sessions for new hires from field engineering, sales, and marketing, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of SRS Labs' solutions.Provided support to SRS global application engineers on the integration of SRS solutions and DSP tuning, fostering collaboration and knowledge-sharing across regions.Prepared and coordinated SRS IP demos for major events, including the CES convention and other trade shows.Product Development:Developed a solution to prevent mobile speaker damage caused by specific long-term signals, showcasing a proactive approach to identifying and solving potential issues.Provided MATLAB reference code to R&D and Engineering teams, contributing to the implementation of preventive measures. Show less Integration and DSP Tuning Support:Provided engineering support to Consumer Electronics and Chip manufacturers, facilitating the integration of SRS Labs' audio solutions into a diverse range of products, including TV, Sound-bar, PC, and mobile devices.Conducted acoustic measurements, analysis, and DSP tuning for both prototype and mass production licensee products, ensuring adherence to high-quality audio standards.Pre-sales and Development Support:Provided engineering support to internal teams including R&D, Engineering, Sales, and Marketing.Provided feedback to the R&D team, offering insights that contributed to the enhancement of proprietary audio technologies.Authored white papers of new audio solutions.Prepared demo content, integrated SRS Labs solution in prototypes, and delivered technical presentations during customer meetings and trade shows. Show less

  • Manager Field Applications Engineering

    Jun 2010 - Jul 2012

  • Senior Field Applications Engineer

    Jun 2009 - Jun 2010

  • Applications Engineer

    Jun 2008 - Jun 2009
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  DTS, Inc.

  Jun 2012 - Sept 2014

  Senior Manager, Field Applications Engineering

  Team Management: Managed a global team of 17 engineers located in United States, Taiwan, China, Japan, South Korea, and UK.supporting Consumer Electronics and Chip manufactures during pre-sales, integration and tuning of DTS audio solutions on TV, Sound-bar, AVR, PC, Headphones, Mobile, Automotive and other products.Took charge of hiring and training new FAE resources across different regions, aligning their skills with product and business roadmaps.Collaborated closely with product management, sales, engineering, and marketing teams to ensure alignment and success.Product Development and Deployment:Provided consultation during R&D audio solutions development, contributing insights to enhance core technology and audio-path architecture.Orchestrated the planning and deployment of new Headphone:X product demo setups and presentations at regional offices, key customer meetings, and trade shows.Established and maintained a technical know-how database, serving as a go-to reference resource for global Applications Engineering and other teams.Acquisition Integration:Played a crucial role in the DTS acquisition of SRS Labs, coordinating technical training sessions on the combined audio codec and post-processing solutions for FAE teams.Provided comprehensive training on SRS Labs solutions to DTS engineering, sales, and marketing members.Strategic Customer Engagement:Provided direct support for key customer engagements, contributing to the successful acquisition of multi-year contracts. Show less

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  DTS Inc.

  Oct 2014 - Sept 2016

  Director, Field Applications Engineering

  Team Management:Directed a global team of 20+ engineers across three continents, providing crucial support to Consumer Electronics and Chip manufacturers during the pre-sales, integration, and tuning phases of DTS audio solutions across various products, including TV, Sound-bar, AVR, PC, Headphones, Mobile and Automotive.Coordinated Application Engineering resources globally, collaborating with regional GMs, Product Managers, Engineering leads, R&D, Sales, and Marketing teams to align strategies and ensure comprehensive support.Responsible for budget planning, hiring and training of new field engineering resources in all regions.Coordinated global engineering support for major trade shows such as CES, MWC, NAB, IFA, CEDIA, and others.Product Development and Deployment:Planned and executed global Applications Engineering support for the deployment of new DTS:X audio decoder solution.Implemented engineering support of acquired HD-Radio products for Europe automakers.Coordinated the creation of a custom headphones tuning database as part of Headphone:X solution.Provided valuable feedback to R&D and Product Management during the development of new audio solutions and internal tools.Processes OptimizationEstablished collaborative processes between Audio Quality Control, Field Engineering, and R&D teams, enhancing the quality and deployment of new DTS audio solutions.Improved processes and utilization of systems supporting DTS solutions deployment lifecycle, including Salesforce, Jira, and internal tools. Show less

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  Xperi Inc.

  Oct 2016 - Mar 2024

  As the leader of a cross-functional team, I oversaw diverse initiatives, contributing to the success of various business units. Key responsibilities and achievements include:Machine Learning Tools Development and Services:Led a team developing internal tools for global ML scientists, streamlining ML data and training lifecycles.Launched initial ML training data and experiment management systems.Oversaw a team supporting ML infrastructure, aligning with Xperi’s goals for scalability and cost optimization.Cloud Services Management:Oversaw engagements with AWS and Google Cloud business and technical account managers.Coordinated multi-year agreement renewal with AWS.Enhanced coordination between AWS support teams and internal engineering, improving operational efficiency.Developed custom AWS billing and cost optimization reports, utilizing Cost Explorer, Athena, Lambda and Quicksight. Improved cost visibility and forecasting for Xperi's business units and finance.Implemented automation of custom billing reports, enhancing efficiency and accuracy.Audio Quality Control:Led a team developing DTS Certification packages for diverse product types.Oversaw an audio quality control team, ensuring the highest standards for R&D solutions in development.Regional Sales Engineering:Managed a global team of experienced engineers across three continents, providing pre-sales and integration support for DTS audio and imaging solutions in products ranging from TV and sound-bars to automotive.Engineering Operations:Directed the development of a customer portal and internal Salesforce processes for managing DTS IP distribution and certificationsAdditionally, I assumed responsibility for hiring, budget planning, and facilitated seamless coordination with other Xperi organizations, ensuring overall function success. Show less Cross-Functional Team Management:Led a global team of 40+ engineers across three continents, supporting Consumer Electronics and Chip manufactures during pre-sales, integration, tuning and certification of DTS audio and imaging solutions for TV, Sound-bar, AVR, PC, Headphones, Mobile, Automotive and other products.Assumed additional responsibilities for DTS audio certification testing, certification package development, and DTS audio quality control.Expanded the global Applications Engineering team, incorporating Imaging Application Engineers and implementing a comprehensive training plan for acquired Fotonation imaging solutions.Coordinated global engineering support for trade-shows like CES, MWC, NAB, IFA, CEDIA and others.Responsible for budget planning, hiring, and ensuring coordination with Product Managers, Engineering leads, R&D, Sales, and Marketing.Product Development and Deployment:Planned and coordinated global Applications Engineering support for the deployment of new DTS:X + IMAX and Virtual:X products.Engineering Processes Improvement:Introduced and implemented processes to optimize workflow between Application Engineers, Certification Engineers, and customers.Created and implemented business-level DTS-IMAX certification processes in Salesforce.Coordinated the smooth transfer of DTS certification testing operations from the US to Taiwan, ensuring adherence to quality standards and meeting customers' timelines. Show less

  • VP, Product Support Engineering

    Oct 2018 - Mar 2024

  • Senior Director, Product Support Engineering

    Oct 2016 - Sept 2018