Nadim Maamari

Dr. Nadim Maamari is an expert in edge AI, computer vision, and precision engineering with over a decade of experience across research, development, and leadership roles in Switzerland and Europe. He currently leads the Edge AI and Vision Group at CSEM S.A in Neuchâtel, where he oversees a team of engineers and scientists focused on embedded AI solutions and advanced vision system design.

In addition to his role at CSEM, Dr. Maamari is the founder and director of Holistic Dynamics SARL, a company dedicated to developing cutting-edge vision systems for precision farming. His work at Holistic Dynamics includes the creation of novel spectral systems and algorithms to detect growth patterns indicative of secondary metabolic processes in plants.

Dr. Maamari previously held the position of Group Leader of Vision Software at Cohu Inc. (TnI – Ismeca), where he led global, cross-functional teams in the development of semiconductor inspection technologies, emphasizing real-time Edge AI algorithms. His earlier career includes project management roles at AGAP2 and engineering roles at ETEL SA, where he specialized in optical inspection, nano-positioning systems, and advanced tribological modeling.

With deep expertise in computer vision and AI, Dr. Maamari has contributed to the development of innovative technologies that integrate machine learning and imaging for industrial and scientific applications.

Academically, Dr. Maamari earned his Doctorate in Science from ETH Zurich with a thesis on “Smart Active Aerostatic Bearing.” He also holds a Master’s degree in Numerical Methods for Engineers from the Polytechnic University of Catalonia (UPC), and completed an Erasmus Mundus Master’s in Mechanical Engineering through UPC and INSA Lyon. His undergraduate studies in Mechanical Engineering were completed at Notre Dame University in Beirut, Lebanon.