Driving Business Growth with Actionable AI Strategy
I build and lead high-performing teams to implement cutting-edge AI that solves real-world business problems, delivering measurable results from concept to production.
From Architect to Executor
With over a decade of experience spanning corporate R&D and high-growth startups, I've cultivated a unique ability to bridge the gap between high-level AI strategy and the hands-on engineering required to bring it to life. My focus is always on the 'why'—delivering practical solutions that drive efficiency, automate complex processes, and create a tangible competitive advantage.
I lead from the trenches, architecting robust systems, mentoring talent, and writing code alongside my team to ensure we not only meet, but exceed our goals under pressure.
Results-Driven AI Implementation
Transforming business needs into production-ready AI systems. My work focuses on measurable impact, from automating bureaucracy to creating virtual power plants.
Pragmatic Leadership
Building and managing agile, high-performing engineering teams. I foster a culture of quality, speed, and continuous learning.
Deep Technical & Hands-On
From system architecture to Python code, I am deeply involved in the technical execution. This ensures vision aligns perfectly with implementation.
Career Highlights
Nov 2024 - Present
Implementing an Enterprise AI Automation Suite
Complexio - AI Engineering Manager - Use Cases
Led a team of 4 to integrate AI solutions, automating bureaucracy for clients. Designed architecture, implemented solutions hands-on, and drove rapid delivery in a high-growth environment, advancing "automated automation" technology.
Apr 2023 - Oct 2024
Built AI Algorithm Optimizing 10k+ Home Batteries
Lunar Energy - Senior Software Engineer & Manager
Developed a virtual power plant algorithm for Megawatts of grid-connected power. Led MLOps for scalable training and deployment, overhauled legacy frontend, and enhanced CI/CD in a monorepo.
Apr 2021 - Apr 2023
Orchestrated AI platform for R&D
Bosch Center for Artificial Intelligence (BCAI) - Technical Lead AI Tooling
Led development of an AI orchestration platform with Angular/Golang on Kubernetes/Azure. Ported ML services to the cloud, evaluated TPUs, and established best practices to accelerate R&D cycles.
Mar 2018 - Apr 2021
Pioneered ML for CAE data
LASSO GmbH - Machine Learning and Software Manager
Developed ML-driven tools for CAE, including custom algorithms and open-source libraries used by major automotive firms. Managed customer projects and team education for innovation.
Nov 2014 - Oct 2017
Developed Award-Winning Simulation Analysis Methods
Opel Automobile GmbH - PhD Simulation Data Analysis
Designed ML algorithms for 3D crash simulation data, enabling deformation insights and design recommendations. Built an open-source C++/Python library for simulation data access.
Initiatives & Open Source
Creator: Tea'n Tech
An educational YouTube channel dedicated to making complex software and AI topics accessible to a broader audience through clear and concise tutorials.
Visit WebsiteAuthor: lasso-python & qd
Developed and open-sourced Python libraries for analyzing engineering simulations. These tools empower engineers to extract insights from complex data more efficiently.
View on GitHubPublications & Awards
Multiple Peer-Reviewed Papers
Authored numerous publications on machine learning applications in simulation data analysis, including works presented at conferences like CAE Grand Challenge, SIMVEC, and German LS-Dyna Forum. Key topics include dimensionality reduction, rule mining for crash simulations, and AI in CAE.
- C. Diez, KEYNOTE: Practical Challenges on the Battlefield of CAE Machine Learning, CAE Grand Challenge, 2019
- C. Diez, Analysis of Crash Simulations with Artificial Intelligence, SIMVEC, 2018
- C. Diez et al., Big-Data Based Rule-Finding for Analysis of Crash Simulations, WCSMO 12, 2017
Young Authors Award - SIMVEC 2016
Received the Young Authors Award at SIMVEC (Computation, Simulation and Testing in Vehicle Engineering) for outstanding contributions, including a €1000 prize, recognizing innovative work in robustness analysis of vehicle structures using model reduction and similarity analysis.
Let's Connect
I'm always open to discussing new challenges, collaborations, or opportunities to leverage AI for business impact. Feel free to reach out.