Pascal van der Heiden

Pascal van der Heiden is an accomplished software architect with extensive experience in software development across various industries, including semiconductor, embedded systems, and gaming. Currently at Nearfield Instruments B.V., Pascal develops monitoring and control software for advanced wafer metrology devices. Previous roles include senior software engineer at VDL RENA Electronica, and software architect positions at Genuin Engineering and Applus RTD, focusing on automation and industrial software solutions. Noteworthy contributions were made at Shell, where Pascal developed high-performance software for geophysical applications, and as the owner of CodeImp Game Developments, successfully creating a game engine and engaging in multiple game development projects. Pascal holds a degree in ICT with a specialization in Software Engineering from Rotterdam University of Applied Sciences.