Michael Levin

Experience

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  Orbotech

  Feb 1994 - Feb 1996

  Motion Control Engineer

  Projects: PCB and FPD inspection machines motion control.Main accomplishments: - Developed multi-axis control system based on ACS industrial servo controller for PCB scanner: loader, scan axis, marker. - Developed vacuum stage motion control for FPD inspection machine- Developed auto-focus control for FPD machine optical head.

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  Zen Research Ltd

  Feb 1996 - Jun 2002

  Motion control team leader

  Project: Parallel data reading from CD/DVD using unique optical pickup.Started as a servo engineer in start-up company and later was promoted to servo team leader.- Developed servo controllers for focus, tracking, sled, tilt and spindle control loops. - Invented unique algorithms for access time optimization for optical storage drive.- Implementation of designed control algorithms in several DSP types. (OAK, Teak-Lite, Sharc, Tricore)

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  Zoran Microelectronics

  Jun 2002 - Oct 2009

  Principal Engineer, Motion Control Team Leader

  Projects: SoC for DVD/CD players, DVD recorder, Blue-Ray player.- Developed and implemented focus, tracking, sled, spindle and tilt control networks on Teak-Lite DSP.- Delivered simulator for control loops parameters customization (based on Matlab/Simulink)- Developed HW accelerators for servo system in order to reduce overall SoC cost.

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  CSR

  Oct 2009 - Apr 2014

  SW Program Manager

  - Managed SW development for consumer electronics products (Camera, DTV, STB, Blue Ray Player) ensuring successful integration, deployment, and customer deliveries.- Managed multidisciplinary cross-functional project team(SW, HW, ASIC, QA) in matrix organization - Directly supported tier-one customers during the NPI phase for faster time to market (including on-site support)- Active leadership of Agile methodology implementation including SW team training allowed better deliveries predictability and quality improvement. Show less

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  Intel Corporation

  Jun 2014 - Oct 2023

  - Successfully managed PDLC of a best-in-class Bluetooth IP product from requirements and architecture definition through silicon tape-out till production. Focusing on key product differentiators such as high-quality audio, optimized power consumption, boot time, extended range, and RAM memory optimization.- Continuously identified and assessed program risks, implementing effective mitigation strategies to minimize their impact on project timelines and deliverables.- Led a diverse cross-functional team consisting of system engineering, hardware development and verification, software development and QA validation, promoting collaboration and ensuring seamless coordination.- Worked closely with executives and partners presenting project status, plans, risks, alternatives, coordinating decision.- Implemented ASIC pre-silicon integration and validation process, utilizing virtual prototyping, system level emulation, and FPGA platforms to detect and rectify design defects early on, reducing product bring-up time and meeting software quality requirements.- Defined and implemented new planning process and workflow to enhance efficiency, software delivery predictability, planning transparency, and quality within the organization, contributing to improved project outcomes. Earned division recognition for the contributions made. Show less - Successfully managed WiFi solutions for access points and range extenders, optimizing investment efforts and ensuring effective utilization of resources.- Led the NPI of 802.11be (WiFi 7) SoC, navigating the uncertainties associated with the new WiFi standard. Oversaw requirements and architecture definition, coordinating a cross-functional team consisting of product architects, hardware, software , and validation engineers.- Ensured product cybersecurity compliance with corporate standards. Implemented measures to enhance product security and mitigate potential risks.- Managed software deliveries using Agile SAFE (Scaled Agile Framework for Enterprises), facilitating efficient and iterative development cycles. Embraced Agile principles to enhance collaboration, adaptability, and delivery speed. Show less - Led the development of a product SW that integrated multiple wireless connectivity cores (WiFi, Bluetooth, GPS) for various Intel platforms, both mobile and client based (Windows, Android, Linux).- Effectively managed and coordinated connectivity core teams, enabling the implementation of best practices and methods. This allowed achievement of product quality release criteria goals and project milestones. Leveraged pre-silicon environments for early software validation and system-level testing.- Managed a cross-core cyber-security forum, leading to significant improvements in connectivity products protection. Proactively addressed potential security breaches and ensured compliance with corporate security requirements. Show less

  • Senior Program Manager, Wireless Connectivity Solutions

    Aug 2020 - Oct 2023

  • Program Manager, Connected Home Division

    Mar 2019 - Jul 2020

  • Senior SW Program Manager, Wireless Connectivity Solutions

    Jun 2014 - Feb 2019
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  General Motors

  Sept 2024 - now

  Senior Technical Program Manager