Steven Petsche is a Tech Lead at Google, where they design, implement, and optimize software. With a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from Stanford University, Steven focused on multiscale mechanics and experimental investigation of human corneal properties. Prior to Google, they served as a Development Engineer at MSC Software, where they innovated finite element technologies and optimized algorithms. Steven's early experience includes roles as a Research Engineer at Zimmer and an FEA Undergrad Researcher at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute.