Kai Wolf - Computer Scientist, M.Sc.

Q: Where is Kai based?

Kai is based in Wiesbaden, Germany .

Q: What languages does Kai speak?

Kai speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced) .

Q: How many years of experience does Kai have?

Kai has at least 15 years of experience. During this time, Kai has worked and for 25 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 1 year and 7 months . Note that Kai may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What companies has Kai worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Kai has worked for biobedded systems GmbH , Deutz AG , AUVESY GmbH , HiTec Zang GmbH , and Schwarz IT KG .

Q: Which industries is Kai most experienced in?

Kai is most experienced in industries like Information Technology , Manufacturing , and Healthcare . Kai also has some experience in Automotive , Education , and Utilities .

Q: Which business areas is Kai most experienced in?

Kai is most experienced in business areas like Product Development , Information Technology , and Research and Development . Kai also has some experience in Quality Assurance .

Q: Which industries has Kai worked in recently?

Kai has recently worked in industries like Manufacturing , Automotive , and Information Technology .

Q: Which business areas has Kai worked in recently?

Kai has recently worked in business areas like Product Development , Information Technology , and Research and Development .

Q: What is Kai's education?

Kai holds a Master in Computer Science from Hochschule RheinMain and a Bachelor in Media Informatics from Hochschule RheinMain .

Q: Does Kai have any certificates?

Kai has 2 certificates . These include: iSAQB Certified Professional for Software Architecture, Foundation Level and HALCON Expert .

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Wiesbaden, Germany

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Experience

Oct 2025 - Apr 2026

7 months

biobedded systems GmbH

Embedded software development for EMS safety boards in medical technology according to IEC 62304 / ISO 13485
Technologies: C++, OpenCV, Python, Qt6, JTAG, UART, CMake, IEC 62304, ISO 13485

Aug 2025 - Feb 2026

7 months

Deutz AG

Application software for component feature detection and 3D reconstruction in anomaly detection
Technologies: C++, OpenCV, VLMs, Python, CMake, Qt6, Docker, Eigen

Jun 2025 - Nov 2025

6 months

AUVESY GmbH

Introduction of Devin.AI (LLM-based development)
Setup of a cross-compilation environment with Clang-CL
Test execution under Wine and creation of Conan recipes for Windows/macOS/Linux
Technologies: C++, Conan, CMake, Clang, Wine, Python, LLM

Jun 2025 - Nov 2025

6 months

HiTec Zang GmbH

Embedded software development for laboratory automation
Built Yocto distributions, developed drivers, and set up a CI/CD pipeline for the Yocto workflow
Technologies: C, C++, Yocto, Docker, GitLab, Linux, Git

Oct 2024 - Jun 2025

9 months

Schwarz IT KG

Developed a deep learning framework for food classification with a feedback mechanism for metrics
Technologies: Python, PyTorch, HALCON, CUDA, ONNX, Docker, Kubernetes

Sep 2024 - Feb 2025

6 months

CASCINATION AG

Migration of the software development process to the Conan Package Manager
Integration of macOS system components in the IEC 62304 / ISO 13485 environment
Technologies: C++, Conan, CMake, Docker, Azure DevOps, Polarion, IEC 62304, ISO 13485

Sep 2024 - Dec 2024

4 months

coreweb GmbH

Implementation of deep learning classification methods for cookie shapes using CNN
Technologies: Python, TensorFlow, Keras, OpenCV, Docker, CUDA, NumPy

Apr 2024 - Jun 2026

2 years 3 months

StarterStopper Pty Ltd

Development of an embedded application for electronic immobilizer on ATMega4808 and ESP32
Implementation of a reservoir computing model (30-50 neurons, INT8) for classifying motion events via BMI323-IMU
Technologies: C, C++, ESP-IDF, FreeRTOS, ATMega4808, BMI323, TinyML, INT8, Python

Nov 2023 - Jun 2024

8 months

Vector Informatik GmbH

Consulting and optimization of build process tooling for MICROSAR Classic in the AUTOSAR, ISO 26262, MISRA environment
Technologies: CMake, Groovy, Gradle, Python, Docker, Yocto, Azure DevOps, AUTOSAR, ISO 26262, MISRA

Oct 2023 - Jan 2024

4 months

Robert Bosch GmbH

Concept development of the image processing workflow for active alignment of ADAS camera systems in the ISO 26262, MISRA environment
Technologies: Groovy, Java, HALCON, Python, ISO 26262, MISRA

May 2022 - Mar 2023

11 months

Continental AG

Refactoring of a software module for a proprietary sensor format in autonomous driving in an ISO 26262 and MISRA environment
Technologies: C++, Boost, ROS, OpenCV, Eigen, Docker, GoogleTest, ISO 26262, MISRA

Mar 2021 - Dec 2025

4 years 10 months

SICK AG

Optimization of the software architecture for ToF 3D cameras
Driver development, 3D reconstruction and performance optimization of image processing
Technologies: C++, CUDA, Qt/QML, PyTorch, HALCON, ROS, Yocto, ONNX

Sep 2020 - Dec 2020

4 months

OpenDialog GmbH

Prototype of a high-performance signal processing filter for hearing aid calibration on mobile devices in the IEC 62304 context
Technologies: C++, Flutter, Dart, NEON, RenderScript, Android, iOS, IEC 62304

Feb 2020 - Mar 2022

2 years 2 months

pmdtechnologies AG

Refactoring of a 100k+ codebase and performance optimization for various platforms (CUDA, NEON, Halide)
Technologies: C++, CUDA, Halide, Qt6, Python, Docker, Jenkins

Dec 2019 - Mar 2020

4 months

HearingAI / Chatable AI

Platform-independent porting and numerical validation of AI inference
Technologies: C++, Kotlin, Python, CMake, Android, iOS, NumPy

Jul 2019 - Dec 2020

1 year 6 months

MITOS GmbH

Development of a desktop application for segmentation and visualization of 3D CT images with a patient database
Technologies: C++, VTK, ITK, Qt5, OpenCV, Conan, GoogleTest

Apr 2019 - Aug 2019

5 months

AGT Group GmbH

Development of a machine learning framework SDK for AR/VR applications on mobile devices
Technologies: Kotlin/Native, C++, TensorFlow, ARCore, ARKit, Android, iOS

Dec 2018 - Jun 2019

7 months

Continental Teves AG

Implementation of a dependency management system for R&D projects in the automotive field
Technologies: C++, Python, CMake, Conan, Docker, Jenkins

May 2018 - Jul 2018

3 months

Aark Innotech Pvt Ltd

Prototype for detecting inclusions in translucent gemstones
Technologies: Python, OpenCV, Docker, Voxel carving, NumPy, Linux

Apr 2018 - Dec 2019

1 year 9 months

HearingAI Limited

Development of high-performance, concurrent signal and AI algorithms on mobile devices
Technologies: C++, RenderScript, OpenCL, NEON, Java, Android

Mar 2018 - Jul 2018

5 months

BioDataAnalysis GmbH

Consolidation of the software architecture and build system for biomedical software
Technologies: C++, CMake, OpenCL, OpenCV, Qt5, VTK

Jan 2018 - Apr 2019

1 year 4 months

Instrument Systems GmbH

Modernization of software architecture, macOS porting, and runtime optimization of image processing (SIMD, CUDA)
Technologies: C++, CUDA, SSE, CMake, Jenkins, Groovy, Azure

Feb 2016 - Dec 2017

1 year 11 months

MVTec Software GmbH

Development of efficient image processing algorithms for HALCON
OCR with deep learning, build system migration (Make→CMake), parallelization (OpenMP, OpenCL, SIMD)
Technologies: C, HALCON, CUDA, OpenCL, CMake, Python, Caffe

Mar 2015 - Jan 2016

11 months

MAS Software GmbH

Research on tamper-proof detection of craquelure patterns based on 2D/3D features
Technologies: C++, OpenCV, VTK, Qt5, OpenGL, OpenMP

Oct 2013 - Mar 2015

1 year 6 months

MAS Software GmbH

Development of an IEC61850-compliant interface for substation control
Setup of CI environments
Technologies: C++, Boost, Yocto, Linux, Jenkins, NetSNMP

Aug 2010 - Dec 2012

2 years 5 months

RheinMain University of Applied Sciences

Development of a structured-light 3D scanner and a real-time intraoral scanner
Android porting of a CV application
Technologies: C++, OpenCV, VTK, PCL, OpenCL, Qt, Android

Industry Experience

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Experienced in Information Technology, Manufacturing, Healthcare, Automotive, Education, and Utilities.

Information Technology

Manufacturing

Healthcare

Automotive

Education

Utilities

Business Area Experience

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Experienced in Product Development, Information Technology, Research and Development, and Quality Assurance.

Product Development

Information Technology

Research and Development

Quality Assurance

Summary

Focus areas Computer Vision • Embedded Systems • Machine Learning • Build Systems & DevOps

17+ years of software development experience, including 8+ years as a freelance consultant. Successful projects in automotive, medical technology, industrial vision, and laboratory automation.

Skills

Programming: C, C++, Python, Lua, Java, Kotlin, Groovy
Build & Devops: Cmake, Conan, Bazel, Docker, Kubernetes, Yocto, Jenkins, Gitlab Ci, Azure Devops, Gradle
Cv / Ml / Dl: Opencv, Halcon, Pytorch, Tensorflow, Onnx, Cuda
Embedded: Freertos, Esp32, Esp-Idf, Stm32, Atmega, I2c, Spi, Uart, Ble, Can, Jtag
Frameworks: Qt/Qml, Vtk, Itk, Ros, Boost, Googletest, Halide, Flutter, Openmp, Opencl, Cuda, Neon
Standards: Iec 62304, Iso 13485, Iso 26262, Misra, Autosar

Languages

German

Native

English

Advanced

Education

Oct 2011 - Sep 2013

Hochschule RheinMain

Master of Science · Computer Science · Wiesbaden, Germany · 1,7

Sep 2008 - Oct 2011

Hochschule RheinMain

Bachelor of Science · Media Informatics · Wiesbaden, Germany · 2,3

Certifications & licenses

iSAQB Certified Professional for Software Architecture, Foundation Level

HALCON Expert

MVTec Software GmbH

Statistics

Experience

Total positions 26

Experience in Information Technology 9.5 y

Avg length 1 y

Longest experience 4 y 9 m

Expertise

Main industries Information Technology, Manufacturing, Healthcare

Main business areas Product Development, Information Technology, Research and Development

Qualifications

Highest degree Master

Certifications earned 2

Profile

Created

June 2026

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Where is Kai based?

Kai is based in Wiesbaden, Germany.

What languages does Kai speak?

Kai speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced).

How many years of experience does Kai have?

Kai has at least 15 years of experience. During this time, Kai has worked and for 25 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 1 year and 7 months. Note that Kai may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What companies has Kai worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Kai has worked for biobedded systems GmbH, Deutz AG, AUVESY GmbH, HiTec Zang GmbH, and Schwarz IT KG.

Which industries is Kai most experienced in?

Kai is most experienced in industries like Information Technology, Manufacturing, and Healthcare. Kai also has some experience in Automotive, Education, and Utilities.

Which business areas is Kai most experienced in?

Kai is most experienced in business areas like Product Development, Information Technology, and Research and Development. Kai also has some experience in Quality Assurance.

Which industries has Kai worked in recently?

Kai has recently worked in industries like Manufacturing, Automotive, and Information Technology.

Which business areas has Kai worked in recently?

Kai has recently worked in business areas like Product Development, Information Technology, and Research and Development.

What is Kai's education?

Kai holds a Master in Computer Science from Hochschule RheinMain and a Bachelor in Media Informatics from Hochschule RheinMain.