Steve Popovich joins Sound Devices as software engineer
Published: MEA
WORLD: Sound Devices has appointed ‘industry veteran’ Dr Steve Popovich to the role of staff firmware/algorithm engineer. Mr Popovich will work directly with the company’s research and development team to further enhance its range of firmware and software algorithms for its audio and video products.
Dr Popovich – who holds a PhD in electrical engineering from the University of Wisconsin, Madison – has been named as inventor on 11 patents. He brings with him a strong background in audio, systems engineering and software algorithm creation.
Dr Popovich’s background in acoustical signal processing began at Digisonix LLC, where he was director of research, developing active sound and vibration control technologies applied to silencing HVAC, automotive, aerospace and industrial noise. Since then, he has served in a diverse set of technical and engineering roles in electronic circuit manufacturing, DSP algorithms and embedded software applied to sound, electric motors and vehicle system electronics. His past work has also included supporting audio-related algorithm and software development for video conferencing products at VTEL.
He most recently served as a faculty member in the Department of Electrical Engineering at the University of Wisconsin, Platteville (UWP), where he participated in the creation of a collaborative program between UWP and UW-Fox Valley in Menasha, Wisconsin. During this time, Dr Popovich also provided DSP-related consulting services, including work for Sound Devices.
’Steve is a very talented software coder whom we’ve had the privilege of working with in the past,’ commented Matt Anderson, president of Sound Devices. ‘He has made big contributions with MixAssist on the 788T and other important algorithm developments. With more than two decades of experience in the industry, he is a welcome addition to the Sound Devices family. We look forward to his future contributions.’