Michael Bastian

Michael Bastian is a seasoned engineering professional with extensive experience in software engineering and machine learning, currently serving as a Senior Software Engineering Manager at Palladyne AI since March 2023. Previous roles include Principal Algorithm Engineer at Lightelligence, Machine Learning Engineer at Graphcore, and Principal Research Scientist at both Expedia Group and Apple, where significant advancements in model development and user experiences were achieved. Michael's expertise spans various domains, including computer vision, natural language processing, satellite signal tracking, and speech recognition, with foundational experience gained as a Lead Software Engineer for the Air Force Civilian Service. Michael holds a Ph.D. in Electrical and Computer Engineering from Utah State University, along with multiple master's and bachelor's degrees in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science from Brigham Young University.