Hi, I’m David Pham DoVo. I’m a robotics and mechatronics engineer who loves bridging hardware and software to give machines the ability to perceive, reason, and act. I’ve spent years refining embodied AI in humanoid and collaborative robots, fixing hardware-software-processor issues, and building robust prototypes to guide research into scalable, autonomous systems. Beyond hands-on tinkering, I design efficient workflows, analyze system logs to triage failures, and prototype with open frameworks and 3D-printed fixtures to accelerate development. I’m passionate about turning cutting-edge research into reliable, real-world robotics solutions and collaborating across disciplines to push the boundaries of what’s possible.

David Pham DoVo

Hi, I’m David Pham DoVo. I’m a robotics and mechatronics engineer who loves bridging hardware and software to give machines the ability to perceive, reason, and act. I’ve spent years refining embodied AI in humanoid and collaborative robots, fixing hardware-software-processor issues, and building robust prototypes to guide research into scalable, autonomous systems. Beyond hands-on tinkering, I design efficient workflows, analyze system logs to triage failures, and prototype with open frameworks and 3D-printed fixtures to accelerate development. I’m passionate about turning cutting-edge research into reliable, real-world robotics solutions and collaborating across disciplines to push the boundaries of what’s possible.

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Hi, I’m David Pham DoVo. I’m a robotics and mechatronics engineer who loves bridging hardware and software to give machines the ability to perceive, reason, and act. I’ve spent years refining embodied AI in humanoid and collaborative robots, fixing hardware-software-processor issues, and building robust prototypes to guide research into scalable, autonomous systems.

Beyond hands-on tinkering, I design efficient workflows, analyze system logs to triage failures, and prototype with open frameworks and 3D-printed fixtures to accelerate development. I’m passionate about turning cutting-edge research into reliable, real-world robotics solutions and collaborating across disciplines to push the boundaries of what’s possible.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Mechatronics Test Engineer at Relentless Adrenaline (Google Deep Mind)
January 1, 2014 - Present
Trained hardware, software, and process workflows for embodied AI in humanoid robots; applied in-situ fixes and long-term solutions to ensure consistent autonomous operation; identified workflow deficiencies and designed improvements to achieve ~90% robot uptime; designed and 3D-printed custom fixtures in OnShape to streamline rapid prototype build processes.
Mechatronics Test Engineer at FS Studios (Google Robotics)
March 1, 2023 - January 1, 2024
Wrote the majority of assembly instructions and build documentation for a quadruped robot project; coordinated deployment, profiling, and continuous operation of multiple robotic research platforms.
Systems Integration Engineer at Astraea (Everyday Robots)
June 1, 2018 - March 1, 2023
Built the first generation of a proprietary collaborative robot with dexterous and locomotive capabilities; spearheaded research sprints and failure analysis; parsed logs and analytics via SQL to detect and triage bugs in network and cloud infrastructure.
Manufacturing Technician at U S Tech Solutions (WayMo)
June 1, 2016 - January 1, 2018
Responsible for the assembly and manufacturing of complex LiDAR modules for WayMo self-driving car; revised cleanroom procedures to improve quality assurance and maximize production metrics; detected and analyzed electronic and mechanical failures of cameras, radar, and other perception systems.
Robotics Lab Manager at Adecco (Google) – Robotics Lab
June 1, 2015 - October 1, 2015
Developed an open frameworks OpenCV application for an interactive display controlled by KinectV2; organized assets and tracked logistics of shared inventory and equipment rental space; conducted weekly tech demos and lab tours for executives, partner firms, and potential clients.
Computer Vision Technician at Adecco (Google) – Robotics Lab
October 1, 2013 - June 1, 2015
Advanced the research and development of scalable high-resolution 3D scanning technology; wrote Python and Bash scripts for controlling motors, cameras, and lighting systems for photography; generated detailed interactive models for exhibits featured at the California Academy of Sciences, Dallas Museum of Art, and Google Cultural Institute.

Education

B.S. at San Jose State University
January 11, 2030 - August 1, 2013

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Industry Experience

Computers & Electronics, Manufacturing, Software & Internet, Media & Entertainment