About Speaker

Sjoerd van der Zwaan is a recognized expert in autonomous systems with over 8 years of experience in advancing automotive technology. With a background in Electrical and Computer Engineering, specializing in robotics, computer vision, and AI, Sjoerd has pushed the boundaries of innovation throughout his career. As Chief Product Officer at Solid Sands, he leads the product strategy, focusing on enhancing vehicle safety, performance, and autonomous capabilities. He provides tech solutions that streamline the development and validate key components like compilers and standard libraries, which are crucial for embedded systems and safety-critical software. His work addresses key areas like sensor integration, machine learning, and safety standards, with a strong commitment to accelerating ADAS development while ensuring high quality and compliance with the highest safety integrity levels. Before his role at Solid Sands, Sjoerd served as Chief Technology Officer at 2Getthere, where he led the development of autonomous transit systems. Throughout his career, he has demonstrated a passion for transformative technologies, from autonomous driving to augmented reality, shaping the future of mobility and driving the integration of cutting-edge technologies to advance tomorrow’s world.