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I am a senior engineer specialized in machine and deep learning with extensive experience in signal, image, speech, and audio processing, as well as natural language processing. I have led teams and projects, developed solutions for automatic speech recognition, environmental noise control, and wireless signal classification, and possess strong communication and leadership skills.
My work spans various sectors including telecommunications, automotive, and software, with significant expertise in AI, NLP, and audio technologies. I am passionate about applying innovative machine learning models and technologies such as transformers, diffusion models, and LLMs to solve real-world problems and drive technological advancement.
Skills
Language
French
Fluent
Arabic
Advanced
English
Advanced
Work Experience
Senior Engineer in Machine Learning at Denoize, NL
June 1, 2021 - PresentDeveloped multichannel active noise control applied to glass windows using machine learning. Conducted environmental noise classification using deep learning. Worked on multimodal large language models using Gemini for audio and image retrieval and recognition.
Tech Lead at Capgemini Sophia-Antipolis
December 31, 2021 - August 27, 2025Led projects on low cost map matching for V2V communications with RSL and Renault. Classified wireless signals (LTE, WiFi, TV, GPS) using CNN. Applied French pre-trained NLP models (mBERT, FlaubERT, CamemBERT) for aspect-based sentiment analysis, multilabel classification, text mining, named entity recognition and intent recognition.
Team Lead ASR for Samsung vocal assistant Bixby-FR at Harman HCS, Paris
December 31, 2018 - August 27, 2025Managed recruitment and team collaboration with Samsung R&D. Worked on localization from English to French of ASR, including KALDI, LM, G2P, ITN, Wake Up ('Hi Bixby'), and models such as DNN, RNN, HMM, LSTM.
Senior Engineer at RMS-SYSMA, Aix-en-Provence
December 31, 2017 - August 27, 2025Worked on vibration signals quality and classification using machine learning techniques such as SVM and clustering. Developed graphical interfaces using Qt, C#, OpenGL, and SQLite.
Senior Engineer at CEA/LETI, Grenoble, France
December 31, 2015 - August 27, 2025Provided advice to SMEs and startups to evaluate innovative projects. Conducted product and patent surveys. Developed POCs including computer vision for defect products in manufacturing using OpenCV, and sound classification systems for smart waste containers.
Project Leader at IMRA EUROPE SAS (Toyota Motors Group), Sophia Antipolis, France
December 31, 2011 - August 27, 2025Worked on interference rejection for robust Remote Keyless Entry receivers using adaptive filtering techniques such as Wiener, Lattice, LMS, and RLS. Developed FM diversity antenna systems for moving vehicles. Developed software to reduce EMI noise using coil sensors as reference. Developed sound pattern recognition, sound localization, road condition and tire pressure measurement systems. Created speech enhancement systems using multi-reference sensors (audio, radio, accelerometer for motor noise) in moving vehicles. Developed automatic speech recognition using HTK ASR tool with real-time C prototype.
Senior Research Engineer at LHSP (Nuance), Brussels, Belgium
December 31, 2002 - August 27, 2025Engaged in R&D projects including ultra low bitrate coding, classification, wideband coding, VoIP, and speech recognition. Applied machine learning methods such as SVM, ANN, and clustering for speech classification and voice activity detection. Developed low bitrate DELP coder, CELP, variable and multi-frame coding (PSQM), quantization using VQ and MSVQ. Conducted voiced data compression for embedded TTS Realspeak. Supported DSP porting and monitored standards such as ITU-T, ENSI, DoD, G2/G3, AMR, and AURORA.
Project Leader at GIPSA-Lab, Grenoble
December 31, 1996 - August 27, 2025Led European projects PARACOM (Parametric Communication) and MAST (Marine and Science Technology). Managed work package for underwater channel simulator, parametric antenna and swell influence. Developed sources localization for active and passive SONAR.
Senior Engineer in Machine Learning at Denoizé, NL
June 1, 2021 - PresentLed projects on multichannel active noise control applied to glass windows using machine learning. Developed environmental noise classification systems based on deep learning. Worked on multimodal large language models using Gemini for audio and image retrieval and recognition.
Tech Lead at Capgemini Sophia-Antipolis
January 1, 2021 - August 27, 2025Developed low cost map matching for Vehicle-to-Vehicle (V2V) communications for RSL, Renault. Implemented wireless signal classification using CNNs for LTE, WiFi, TV, and GPS signals. Applied French pre-trained NLP models (mBERT, FlauBERT, CamemBERT) to tasks such as aspect-based sentiment analysis, multilabel classification, text mining, named entity recognition, and intent recognition.
Team Lead ASR for Samsung Vocal Assistant Bixby-FR at Harman HCS, Paris
December 31, 2018 - August 27, 2025Managed recruitment, team leadership, and collaboration with Samsung R&D. Led localization from English to French for ASR systems using KALDI, language models, G2P, ITN, Wake-Up Word ('Hi Bixby'), and DNN/RNN/HMM/LSTM approaches.
Senior Engineer at RMS-SYSMA, Aix-en-provence
December 31, 2017 - August 27, 2025Performed vibration signal quality assurance and classification using machine learning methods such as SVM and clustering. Developed graphical interfaces using Qt, C#, OpenGL, and SQLite.
Senior Engineer at CEA/LETI, Grenoble, France
December 31, 2015 - August 27, 2025Provided advice to SMEs/startups for innovative project evaluation and performed product and patent surveys. Developed proof of concepts in computer vision for defect detection in manufacturing and sound classification systems for smart waste containers.
Project Leader at IMRA EUROPE SAS (Toyota Motors Group), Sophia Antipolis, France
December 31, 2011 - August 27, 2025Worked on interference rejection for robust remote keyless entry receivers using adaptive filtering methods. Developed FM diversity antennas for moving vehicles and software for reducing EMI noise with coil sensors as reference. Implemented sound pattern recognition, localization, road condition and tire pressure measurements. Designed speech enhancement using multireference sensors in moving vehicles and a real-time automatic speech recognition prototype using HTK ASR.
Senior Research Engineer at LHSP (www.nuance.com), Brussels, Belgium
December 31, 2002 - August 27, 2025Conducted R&D on ultra-low bitrate coding, classification, wideband coding, VoIP and speech recognition. Developed speech classification using SVM, ANN, and clustering for voice activity detection. Worked on low bitrate DELP coder development, quantization, frame loss simulation, and coded speech recognition. Supported DSP porting and followed standardizations (ITU-T, ENSI, DoD, G2/G3, AMR, AURORA).
Project Leader at GIPSA-Lab, Grenoble
December 31, 1996 - August 27, 2025Led digital communications projects for European initiatives PARACOM and MAST. Managed work package including underwater channel simulator, parametric antenna, and swell influence. Developed source localization for active and passive SONAR.
Education
PhD at Grenoble INP
January 1, 1989 - December 31, 1992Master 2 Signal processing and controls at Grenoble INP
January 1, 1989 - December 31, 1989Master 1 Computer science at Grenoble Joseph Fourier University (UJF G)
January 1, 1988 - December 31, 1988DU Analyst programming at Grenoble Joseph Fourier University (UJF G)
January 1, 1986 - December 31, 1986DEUG A at Grenoble Joseph Fourier University (UJF G)
January 1, 1985 - December 31, 1985MS Management Technology and Innovation (MTI) at Grenoble Ecole Management (GEM)
January 1, 2011 - December 31, 2011Machine learning, Neural Networks for Machine learning, MLOps at Coursera
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2018Generative AI with LLM, Generative AI for Everyone, Diffusion Models at DeepLearning.ai and Coursera
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024PhD in Signal, Image and Speech Processing at Grenoble INP
January 1, 1989 - January 1, 1992Master 2 Signal Processing and Controls at Grenoble INP
January 1, 1989 - January 1, 1989Master 1 Computer Science at Grenoble Joseph Fourier University (UJF G)
January 1, 1988 - January 1, 1988DU Analyst Programming at Grenoble Joseph Fourier University (UJF G)
January 1, 1986 - January 1, 1986DEUG A at Grenoble Joseph Fourier University (UJF G)
January 1, 1985 - January 1, 1985MS Management Technology and Innovation (MTI) at Grenoble Ecole Management (GEM)
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2011Qualifications
Generative AI with LLM
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024Generative AI for Everyone
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024Diffusion Models
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024Machine Learning
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2018Neural Networks for Machine Learning
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2018MLOps
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2018Generative AI with LLM
January 1, 2024 - August 27, 2025Generative AI for Everyone
January 1, 2024 - August 27, 2025Diffusion Models
January 1, 2024 - August 27, 2025Machine Learning
January 1, 2018 - August 27, 2025Neural Networks for Machine Learning
January 1, 2018 - August 27, 2025MLOps
January 1, 2018 - August 27, 2025Industry Experience
Computers & Electronics, Manufacturing, Professional Services, Software & Internet, Telecommunications
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