Chief Software Architect • John Callaghan

Precision machine control.
Advanced vision systems.

Expert software architecture for high-performance motion control, automated optical inspection, and medical/scientific imaging systems.

EXPERTISE

Precision Machine Control & Vision Software

Specialized software solutions for demanding industrial, medical device, and scientific applications.

Precision Motion Control & CNC

Multi-axis coordinated motion control, laser systems, and custom CNC software for advanced manufacturing processes including glass and precision component cutting.

Automated Optical Inspection (AOI)

High-speed vision systems for defect detection in medical devices, stents, and precision components — dramatically improving throughput and quality.

Medical & Scientific Imaging

X-ray absorption spectroscopy, 3D microscopy, ultrasound imaging, and custom data analysis applications for research and semiconductor manufacturing.

Real-Time & EPICS Control Systems

Embedded control, device drivers, and EPICS integration for synchrotron-equivalent and laboratory X-ray systems and scientific instrumentation.

Sensor Data & Image Algorithms

Custom algorithm development for sensor data acquisition, image processing, and real-time analysis in demanding measurement and inspection applications.

Legacy Modernization & Optimization

Major refactoring of complex C++/C# codebases, dramatic performance improvements, and modernization of aging machine control and imaging systems.

PROVEN PROCESS

How We Deliver Results

01

Deep Technical Discovery

Full understanding of hardware, processes, and performance requirements.

02

Robust Architecture & Design

Clean, maintainable, high-performance software architecture tailored to real-world constraints.

03

Iterative Development & Rigorous Validation

Simulation, hardware testing, and continuous refinement until performance goals are exceeded.

04

Deployment, Training & Long-Term Support

Smooth integration with minimal downtime and ongoing partnership.

LEADERSHIP

John Callaghan
Chief Software Architect

John Callaghan is a deeply experienced Chief Software Architect specializing in precision machine control, motion systems, and advanced vision/imaging software.

With decades of hands-on experience, he has repeatedly taken on complex, poorly documented, or high-risk projects and delivered solutions that exceeded expectations — often dramatically improving performance and enabling new capabilities.

Key Achievements
  • • Designed world’s first 5-axis coordinated motion laser cutting machine for curved glass
  • • Built AOI system that drove 100% revenue increase for a medical device company
  • • Reduced stent inspection time from 150s → 30s
  • • Cut maximum inspection run time from 1 hour → 3 minutes
Core Expertise
Motion Control Image Processing C++ / C# / WPF Python EPICS Embedded & Real-Time Algorithm Development
International Experience

Led high-level projects across China, Taiwan, Korea, Malaysia, India, UK, and New Zealand, with customer support throughout Europe and Asia.

Notable Clients & Projects
Sigray • Tecan • QT Ultrasound • Raydiance • Positronics • Visicon • Intel
NEXT STEP

Let’s discuss your machine control or imaging project

DIRECT CONTACT
Napa Valley, California
Projects delivered worldwide