# Alex Bismuth

> Software Engineer @ Heartflow | Software Architecture & DevOps Specialist | University of Michigan alum

Location: Mountain View, California, United States
Profile: https://flows.cv/alexbismuth

Passionate about ethical innovation and cross-disciplinary collaboration. I believe in applying software to technologies that serve human needs—from restoring touch through electric prostheses to multi-line braille displays and AI tools that support surgical teams. Good software empowers its users to manifest science fiction (at least the good stuff). Technical proficiencies include:


Languages & Frameworks: C, C++, Python, Java, Rust, Dart, Flutter, JavaScript, OCaml, Bash, Microchip AVR Assembler, Grade 1 Braille

Tools & Libraries: OpenCV, OpenGL, Qt, GitHub Actions, GoogleTest, Docker, Google Cloud Document AI, TensorFlow, PyTorch, Unity, Kubernetes, Docker

Skills: Embedded Systems, Unit & Integration Testing, Regression Testing, Static/Dynamic Code Analysis, Debugging, Software Architecture, REST APIs, Public Speaking, Project Management

## Work Experience
### Software Engineer @ Heartflow
Jan 2025 – Present | San Francisco Bay Area

### Computer Vision Software Engineer @ LayerJot
Jan 2024 – Jan 2025 | Belmont, California, United States
Developing AI-driven solutions to streamline surgical tool management, improving accuracy and efficiency for hospitals and sterile processing teams.

### Software Consultant @ NewHaptics
Jan 2023 – Jan 2023 | Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States
Mentored team on software engineering and leadership, led code reviews, advised on prototyping decisions, and coordinated with external dev teams.

### Software Architect @ NewHaptics
Jan 2023 – Jan 2023 | Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States
Led software process improvements, introduced AGILE workflow, and developed embedded systems with CI, testing, and interface features to support accessible tech for the blind.

### Computer Science Instructor @ University of Michigan
Jan 2023 – Jan 2023 | Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States
Supported two C++ CS courses by leading inclusive teaching initiatives, creating lecture content, hosting discussions, writing exam material, and helping students through weekly office hours.

### Researcher @ University of Michigan
Jan 2020 – Jan 2022 | Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States
Co-authored a published systematic review on touch restoration techniques for limb amputees, screening 5,000+ papers, synthesizing findings, and contributing to a standardized checklist for future research.

### Software Engineer Intern @ Tesla
Jan 2021 – Jan 2021 | Silicon Valley, California, United States
Improved accessibility and UI responsiveness in Tesla’s infotainment system by adding controller support features and applied mathematical easing techniques.

### Engineering Intern @ Ubisoft
Jan 2019 – Jan 2019 | San Francisco Bay Area
Improved performance profiling and input latency testing as a core engineering intern on an unannounced project, while bridging design and engineering during daily playtests.

### Engineering Intern @ Ubisoft
Jan 2018 – Jan 2018 | San Francisco Bay Area
Supported the Rocksmith+ team by writing onboarding docs, optimizing memory for legacy hardware, refactoring core systems, and coordinating cross-office engineering efforts.

### Producer/Graphics Programmer (Student Project) @ Cinder
Jan 2017 – Jan 2018 | Redmond, Washington
Led a 15-person multidisciplinary team while building a custom 2D OpenGL game engine, optimizing graphics performance, streamlining artist workflows, and ensuring on-time delivery through effective scheduling and communication.

### Engineering Intern @ Ubisoft
Jan 2017 – Jan 2017 | San Francisco Bay Area
Contributed to bug fixing and scripting on South Park: The Fractured But Whole as a summer intern, supporting gameplay, design, and audio teams using Ubisoft’s Snowdrop engine.

### Freelance Graphic Designer @ Porangahau Hat
Jan 2016 – Jan 2016 | Wellington & Wairarapa, New Zealand
Collaborated on the World Ultimate Frisbee Tournament in New Zealand, designing team outfits, reviewing event materials, and editing promotional film to support sponsorship efforts.

### Graphic Designer @ Audience Design
Jan 2015 – Jan 2016 | Wellington & Wairarapa, New Zealand
Created marketing materials, front-end web content, and branding assets for clients ranging from local businesses to government organizations in New Zealand.


## Education
### Bachelor of Science - BS in Computer Science
University of Michigan

### Associate of Science - AS in Mathematics and Computer Science
Foothill College


## Contact & Social
- LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/alex-bismuth

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Last updated: 2026-04-11