# Santosh Suresh > Camera Vision Lead Location: San Francisco Bay Area, United States Profile: https://flows.cv/santoshsuresh Result oriented with extensive experience involving Research and development of imaging/color algorithms for a wide spectrum of applications.(High Dynamic Range Imaging, Display Processing, Camera Pipeline, Animation, Multispectral) Specialties: High Dynamic Range Imaging, Color science, AC Flicker Detection, Signal Processing, Image Processing,Superresolution, Algorithm design and implementation Video Processing, Computer Vision, supervised learning, unsupervised learning,Xilinx ISE, Altera DSP builder ## Work Experience ### Principal Engineer @ Johnson & Johnson Jan 2019 – Present | San Francisco Bay Area • Spearheaded the development of real-time algorithms for cutting-edge imaging devices, enhancing precision in medical procedures • Evaluated and integrated novel imaging technologies, driving advancements in sensor performance and image quality • Played a critical role in the release of Auris Health’s robotics product for lung cancer detection, contributing to a revolutionary medical innovation. ### Senior Imaging Algorithms Engineer @ GEO Semiconductor, Inc. Jan 2016 – Jan 2019 | San Francisco Bay Area • Designed and optimized image signal processing algorithms, including advanced HDR solutions and automatic flicker detection/correction. • Developed innovative imaging solutions (e.g., Clear Pixel, RGB-IR) for next-generation integrated circuits, significantly enhancing automotive imaging safety. • Contributed to IEEE P2020 standards for automotive image quality ### Image Processing Engineer III @ Karl Storz Imaging Jan 2013 – Jan 2016 | Santa Barbara, California Area Research, design and implement real-time Image Processing Algorithms for digital camera and display systems. Worked on different parts of the imaging pipeline for both camera and display systems Proposed ,prototyped and implemented algorithmic changes to the current in-house system(Color Calibration, Gamut Mapping) that extend to future products ### Image Mastering Intern @ Pixar Animation Studios Jan 2013 – Jan 2013 | San Francisco Bay Area Researched new technologies in cinema, specifically 4K and HFR pipelines Developed content aware video up scaling methods Developed objective image evaluation tools to meet the specified studio requirements ### Graduate Research Intern @ Intel Corporation Jan 2012 – Jan 2012 Conducted research in the area of superresolution for color video and large scaling factors Specific tasks included: • Review of the literature and implement fast prototypes of methods of highest relevance • Capture the requirements for deep color, large scale SR, including characterization of a set of test images/videos • Design a prototype incorporating methods which can potentially address the requirements by themselves or in combination ### Graduate Technology Intern @ Walt Disney Animation Studios Jan 2012 – Jan 2012 Color contrast preserving gamut mapping for conversion of digital cinema content to film Developed two techniques that out performed the method that was being used 1) Global algorithm that preserves hue and color contrast 2) Spatial local algorithm that preserve textures and details along with hue and color contrast ### Graduate Research Assistant @ Rochester Institute of Technology Jan 2009 – Jan 2012 ## Education ### PhD in Imaging Science Rochester Institute of Technology ### Master's Degree in Electrical and Electronics Engineering Rochester Institute of Technology ## Contact & Social - LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/santosh-suresh-592b6510 --- Source: https://flows.cv/santoshsuresh JSON Resume: https://flows.cv/santoshsuresh/resume.json Last updated: 2026-04-12