Doug Taylor

Senior System Engineer at Rockport Networks

Doug Taylor has a diverse work experience in the field of engineering. Doug is currently employed as the Director of Engineering at Edgewater Computer Systems, Inc. since July 2022.

Prior to this, Doug worked at Rockport Networks as a Senior System Engineer from January 2021 onwards. Doug'srole primarily involved evaluating connectivity and routing options to maximize achievable throughput in Rockport's switchless network fabric.

Before joining Rockport Networks, Doug had a long association with Edgewater Computer Systems, Inc., starting in 2005. During their tenure at Edgewater, they held multiple roles. Doug initially worked as an Embedded Software Developer, where they focused on developing C code for MAC, modem control, and configuration for E1553 modems. Doug also contributed to channel estimation and gain control. Later, Doug transitioned into the role of a DSP Developer, where they played a significant part in the design and development of OFDM modem PHY layer, including clock synchronization, modulation, and transmitter power control.

Prior to their time at Edgewater, Doug worked as a DSP Algorithm Developer at Cogency Semiconductor from 2000 to 2005. Doug'sresponsibilities involved DSP algorithm design and system simulation for the PHY layer of an OFDM-based Home-Plug compliant modem. Doug worked on various aspects of the PHY layer, such as AGC, symbol and clock synchronization, modulation/demodulation, and FEC coding/decoding.

Overall, Doug Taylor's work experience demonstrates their expertise in embedded software development, DSP algorithm design, and system simulation in the field of telecommunications.

Doug Taylor has a Master of Applied Science degree in Electrical Engineering (M.A.Sc.) from the University of Ottawa. Doug also has a Bachelor of Applied Science degree in Electrical Engineering (B.A.Sc.) from the University of Waterloo. However, specific information regarding the start and end years of their education is not available.

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  • Senior System Engineer

    January, 2021 - present