Paul Saffren N6hz

Paul Saffren N6HZ is a seasoned software and firmware engineer with extensive experience in the telecommunications and software-defined radio industries. Currently serving as a Senior Software Engineer and Senior Firmware Engineer Technical Lead at Elecraft since November 2010, Paul oversees firmware development for innovative products like the K4 software-defined radio, while also maintaining legacy systems. Previously, Paul held roles at IP Unity as a Senior Software Engineer, focusing on firmware for VOIP applications, and at CopperCom as a Member Technical Staff, where firmware was developed for telecom carrier interfaces. Paul’s career began at Sage Instruments Inc., where significant contributions were made as a Senior Software Engineer, including the development of foundational digital communication test systems.