Senior Full-Stack Developer and Computer Vision / AI Engineer with 19+ years of experience in software development, system design, and end-to-end delivery across desktop, web, embedded, and cloud platforms. Expertise spans real-time video analytics, biometric systems, and performance-oriented model optimization using C++/Qt, Python, OpenCV, CUDA/GPU, and deep learning. Currently Biometric Systems Expert at the National Smart Card Organization (NCR), delivering nationwide face and fingerprint recognition solutions and leading R&D to benchmark and improve recognition accuracy using NIST/local datasets. Experienced with Azure AI, OpenAI APIs, and LLM/RAG integrations (LangChain, vector search) to build production-grade AI features for enterprise applications.

Arshad Lahouni Fard

Senior Full-Stack Developer and Computer Vision / AI Engineer with 19+ years of experience in software development, system design, and end-to-end delivery across desktop, web, embedded, and cloud platforms. Expertise spans real-time video analytics, biometric systems, and performance-oriented model optimization using C++/Qt, Python, OpenCV, CUDA/GPU, and deep learning. Currently Biometric Systems Expert at the National Smart Card Organization (NCR), delivering nationwide face and fingerprint recognition solutions and leading R&D to benchmark and improve recognition accuracy using NIST/local datasets. Experienced with Azure AI, OpenAI APIs, and LLM/RAG integrations (LangChain, vector search) to build production-grade AI features for enterprise applications.

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Senior Full-Stack Developer and Computer Vision / AI Engineer with 19+ years of experience in software development, system design, and end-to-end delivery across desktop, web, embedded, and cloud platforms. Expertise spans real-time video analytics, biometric systems, and performance-oriented model optimization using C++/Qt, Python, OpenCV, CUDA/GPU, and deep learning.

Currently Biometric Systems Expert at the National Smart Card Organization (NCR), delivering nationwide face and fingerprint recognition solutions and leading R&D to benchmark and improve recognition accuracy using NIST/local datasets. Experienced with Azure AI, OpenAI APIs, and LLM/RAG integrations (LangChain, vector search) to build production-grade AI features for enterprise applications.

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Language

Kurdish
Fluent
Persian
Fluent
English
Advanced
Arabic
Intermediate
Malay
Intermediate

Work Experience

Computer Vision Engineer at AiimSense
May 1, 2024 - November 1, 2024
Built Qt/C++ Linux medical imaging software integrated with hardware sensors. Improved imaging accuracy and system efficiency through optimized implementation.
Computer Vision Engineer / C++ Developer at Arioso ren EST
February 1, 2021 - September 1, 2022
Enhanced computer vision software for a virtual targeting system, improving accuracy and usability.
C++ Developer at HSI Lighting
March 1, 2019 - July 1, 2019
Developed Qt/C++ DMX lighting control software for LED systems, achieving seamless hardware/software integration.
Computer Vision Engineer at Did Electronic Mobin
June 1, 2017 - December 1, 2017
Built a GPU-CUDA multi-threaded object recognition system. Optimized performance using parallel processing techniques.
Biometric Systems Expert at National Smart Card Organization (NCR)
September 1, 2016 - Present
Led R&D for the Automated Biometric Identification System (ABIS) to improve face and fingerprint recognition. Benchmarked biometric engines using NIST and local datasets to enhance accuracy and performance. Streamlined biometric registration to ensure reliable high-quality data acquisition. Developed utilities for biometric image/data processing and analysis.
Computer Vision Engineer at Freelance / Remote
January 1, 2010 - Present
Delivered commercial computer vision software including object detection, tracking, re-identification, and traffic analysis. Built real-time multi-camera and face recognition systems integrating 2D/3D cameras, IR sensors, and GPS. Designed interactive vision applications for medical, industrial, and simulation use cases.
Software Developer at Freelance / Remote
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2013
Delivered desktop, web, and mobile applications across analysis, design, implementation, and maintenance. Collaborated with clients to define requirements and deliver high-quality solutions.

Education

B.A in Computer Engineering at Computer & electronic faculty, Tabriz, IRAN
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2006
B.S in Software Engineering at Sadra Uni, Tehran, IRAN
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2008
M.S in Software Engineering at Payame Noor Uni, Tehran, IRAN
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2012

Qualifications

C++ Intermediate
March 1, 2023 - August 14, 2026
Neural Networks and Deep Learning
March 1, 2023 - August 14, 2026
Introduction to Concurrent Programming with GPUs
February 1, 2023 - August 14, 2026
Fingerprint Science & IT
February 1, 2018 - August 14, 2026

Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Computers & Electronics, Government, Healthcare, Professional Services

Experience Level

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Expert
Expert
Expert
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Intermediate
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