Neil Johnson
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WORK HISTORY
Stem Ambassador @Stem Ambassadors
Cambridge, GB
TV is magic: a flickering box that brings information, education, and entertainment to every home. Pulling back the curtain to show how it all works delights young engineers and scientists of all ages. It truly is a magical experience that I am grateful to share with our local communities.
EDUCATION
University of Surrey
MSc, Telematics (telecomms + computer architecture)
University of Surrey
BEng (Hons), Electrical and Electronic Engineering
University of Cambridge
PhD, Code Size Optimization for Embedded Systems
SKILLS
ABOUT NEIL JOHNSON
From diodes to drivers and everything in between.Versatile embedded systems architect with comprehensive expertise spanning hardware and software development. Specializing in full product lifecycle management from initial requirements through to production for diverse electronic devices including:> Hand-held instrumentation and deeply-embedded systems (8-bit and below)> Cross-compilers and support tools for 16/32-bit processors> Audio electronics (analog and digital)> Mobile multimedia processors (imaging, video, graphics)> Consumer electronics (streaming devices, set-top boxes, TVs)> Analog IC design and implementationProficient across multiple platforms (8/16/32-bit) and various RTOS environments including custom solutions (cooperative and pre-emptive) and proprietary systems including ThreadX and embedded Linux. Skilled in system architecture with focus on building reliable, robust, and extensible solutions integrating hardware, software, and communications protocols.Demonstrates end-to-end design capabilities from initial schematics through PCB layout, IC design, and mechanical assembly. Maintains a passion for music technology, designing electronic musical instruments and modular synthesizer modules under the CESYG brand while organizing the annual Cambridge Synth-DIY conference.
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