Jay Francis

Background

About Jay Francis

I've followed two career paths: one in engineering, and the other in exercise physiology. Occasionally the paths have crossed. Electrical Engineer (Hard•Firm•Soft Waregineer) Multifaceted engineer with over twenty years of experience in networking, video, and robotics. Hardware and software design experience with various microprocessors and microcontrollers. High speed digital design experience up to 2.5 GHz. Other experience includes programmable logic, analog circuits, optical components, and electro-mechanical controls. As a veteran of two start-ups, works well independently and as a team player. Values strong engineering ethics and thrives on new challenges. Specialties: • Schematic capture and PCB design with Eagle, KiCad, DxDesigner, PADS, and others. • CPLD and FPGA design using Verilog and various synthesis/simulation tools. • Microcontroller programming in C and assembly language. • Software experience with multiple languages (C, C++, Java, Javascript, Perl, Python, etc.). • Website and web application design. • Mathematical analysis using Matlab and Octave. • Testing and debugging with various oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and network test equipment. • Surface mount prototyping and rework. Exercise Physiologist Dedicated endurance athlete with a passion for helping others achieve their goals. Over five years of experience coaching cyclists, runners, and triathletes. Well versed in performing tests to measure athletic state and potential (Lactate Threshold, VO2max, etc.). Frequent speaker for triathlon and cycling clubs on topics related to endurance training. Lifelong Learner I thrive on new challenges and experiences, which over time led me to pursue master's degrees in both Electrical Engineering and Exercise Science, and fuels my passion for working with start-ups and small companies. My current personal challenges include learning Chinese and improving my mountain bike skills enough to become competitive in off-road triathlons.