Chief Scientist
2016 - PRESENT3DLOOK- Defined the R&D strategy and directions. Hired and led a team of seven engineers and researchers for core algorithmic R&D in human pose and body shape estimation.
- Built deformable parametric 3D models and energy-based optimization frameworks.
- Customized neural architectures for high-precision computer vision problems.
Technologies: Numerical Methods, Image Processing, Mathematics, Augmented Reality (AR), OpenCV, Deep Learning, Machine Learning, Computer Vision, Algorithms, TensorFlow, PythonHead of Deep Learning
2019 - 2020Arrival- Led applied algorithmic research and development in robotic perception and control.
- Authored and developed up to production quality a state-of-art learning-based algorithmic framework for monocular 6DoF pose estimation for robotic grasping.
- Optimized neural architectures for embedded platforms.
Technologies: Image Processing, Mathematics, OpenCV, Deep Learning, Machine Learning, Computer Vision, Algorithms, C++, Python, TensorFlowPrincipal Research Engineer
2015 - 2019V-Nova- Researched and developed algorithms for learning-based video compression.
- Authored and co-authored few international patents and technical standards.
- Implemented original image and video compression algorithms targeting real-time performance on heterogeneous hardware.
Technologies: Numerical Methods, Image Processing, Mathematics, C, Deep Learning, Machine Learning, Computer Vision, Algorithms, TensorFlow, Python, C++Research Scientist
2011 - 2015Intel Labs- Conducted research and development in image processing and computer vision.
- Investigated state-of-the-art algorithms and analyzed their applicability for real-world problems.
- Implemented proof-of-concept solutions.
- Disclosed my own ideas for patent applications.
- Analyzed third-party patents.
Technologies: Image Processing, Mathematics, Machine Learning, Computer Vision, Algorithms, Intel MKL, Intel TBB, Intel IPP, PCL, OpenCV, C++, C, MATLABAssociate Professor
2006 - 2015Saint Petersburg State University- Maintained research and development activities in computer vision, image processing, and automatic control.
- Participated in a number of joint international research projects.
- Taught graduate level courses in image processing, differential equations, and control theory.
Technologies: Numerical Methods, Image Processing, Mathematics, C, Computer Vision, C++, MATLABSenior Developer
2009 - 2011Encoding.com- Created a cross-platform desktop application (Adobe AIR) interfacing a cloud-based media encoding service via an API.
- Created a custom Flash video player (Vid.ly).
- Built a media uploader Flash app.
- Consulted back-end developers on encoding standards and codec settings.
Technologies: C, Algorithms, Adobe FlashAlgorithm Developer
2009 - 2011Imagineer Systems- Led algorithmic development for an Imagineer Mocha Pro, one of the most popular tools in the field of post-production and VFX, widely used by cinema artists.
- Developed a high-performance computational engine solving a number of computer vision problems.
- Integrated solutions with a variety of third-party software, including Adobe After Effects, Autodesk Maya, Maxon Cinema4D, and The Foundry Nuke.
Technologies: Image Processing, Mathematics, Augmented Reality (AR), OpenCV, C, Computer Vision, Algorithms, Python, MATLAB, C++Senior Developer
2006 - 2010Russian Web Service- Created a platform solution for 3D modelers, including plugin utilities extending Autodesk 3DMax, render farm management tools, real-time data feed processors, 3D viewers, and more.
Technologies: HLSL, Lua, 3ds Max, Autodesk, C++
Ivan Makeev
Mathematics Developer in London, United Kingdom
Member since March 5, 2014
Ivan is an algorithm developer and research scientist (PhD) with a strong mathematical and algorithmic background. He is interested in complex projects related to various aspects of computer science, specifically in deep learning, computer vision, and video analytics.
Ivan is now available for hire
Experience
- Mathematics 15 years
- Algorithms 12 years
- Computer Vision 12 years
- C++ 10 years
- OpenCV 10 years
- Python 6 years
- Deep Learning 5 years
- TensorFlow 4 years
Availability
Part-time
Preferred Environment
Git, TensorFlow, Python, Windows
The most amazing...
...thing I've made is a 3D reconstruction engine from a regular video stream for an advanced post-production platform used by cinema artists and VFX creators.
Employment
Experience
- 3DLookhttps://3dlook.me/
Body measurements using a mobile phone camera for fashion and fit tech. Deep deformable parametric models for human body pose and shape estimation. Custom deep neural computer vision architectures. Research and development.
- V-Novahttps://www.v-nova.com/
Deep learning for image and video compression. End-to-end trainable image compression architectures under challenging real-time constraints.
- Observe Technologieshttp://observe.tech/
Deep recurrent fully-convolutional real-time architectures for simultaneous object detection, classification, and tracking for applications in aquaculture.
- BorisFX (Imagineer) Mochahttps://borisfx.com/products/mocha/
Post-production and VFX platform widely used by cinema artists. Implemented algorithms for precise object tracking and structure-from-motion.
- Snappr Photo Analyzerhttps://www.snappr.co/photo-analyzer/
LinkedIn profile photo analyzer for Snappr.
- Encoding.comhttp://www.encoding.com/
I created a cross-platform desktop app (Adobe AIR) interfacing the world's largest encoding service.
Skills
Languages
C, Python, C++, Lua, HLSLLibraries/APIs
TensorFlow, OpenCV, PCL, Intel TBB, Intel MKL, Scikit-learnTools
MATLAB, Microsoft Visual Studio, Intel IPP, Adobe Flash, Autodesk, Git, 3ds MaxOther
Algorithms, Mathematics, Computer Vision, Data Structures, Deep Learning, Machine Learning, Image Processing, Freelance, Time Series Analysis, Numerical Methods, Data Analysis, Augmented Reality (AR), Statistics, Digital Signal Processing, 3D Geometric Analysis, Bayesian Statistics, Sensor Data, Analytics, Network ProgrammingPlatforms
Linux, CUDA, WindowsFrameworks
OpenCL, BoostParadigms
Concurrent Programming
Education
- PhD Degree in Applied Mathematics, Computer Science2005 - 2008Saint-Petersburg State University - Saint-Petersburg, Russia
- Master's Degree in Applied Mathematics, Computer Science2000 - 2005Saint-Petersburg State University - Saint-Petersburg, Russia
