Software Engineering Expert Witnesses in California

Los Angeles, California

Software Engineering, Electronics - Audio, video, digital signal processing (DSP), source code review, software forensics, embedded systems, firmware, C/C++, IoT, Linux, operating systems, open source software, computer vision, computer graphics, USB, network protocols, wireless technology, sensors, smart devices, user interfaces

Expert Witness Experience Consulting and testifying expert in software, hardware, and electronics-related litigation Casework includes patent litigation, trade secret misappropriation, breach of contract, and breach of implied warranty Deposed and testified in 2 cases within the past 4 years Over 20 years of experience in software/hardware engineering; expert witness since 2021 Skilled in source code review, computer forensic analysis, reverse engineering, and early case assessment Expert witness references available upon request Technical & Industry Expertise Hands-on development in C, C++, Java, JavaScript, PHP, Perl, and related technologies Architected software for desktop, mobile, embedded, and server platforms Developed proprietary trading systems for crypto and futures markets; experience as algorithmic trader Designed and shipped award-winning DSP- and firmware-based audio and wireless consumer electronics Deep expertise in operating systems (Linux, Windows, macOS), open-...

Berkeley, California

Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering - Smart Phone Accessories, Bluetooth, Wireless, USB, Embedded Systems, Forensic Engineering, Firmware, Source Code, Design Review

I have over 50 years experience in Systems, Electrical and Software Engineering, Engineering Management and Expert Witness. I have worked on Embedded Systems, Smart Phone Accessories, Bluetooth, USB, Handheld, Data Communications. I have performed software and design reviews and done forensic engineering. Sample projects include handheld wireless medical sensor; 150 MSPS automotive sensor interface; Smart Phone interface for survey grade GPS device; the secure, wireless communication subsystem for a line of consumer medical products. Expert cases - Technology patent IPRs for Microchip, Microsoft, LG, Toshiba, Razor and others - Infringement defense for Logitech, Toshiba, Nike and others - Infringement plaintiff and IPR defense for numerous clients - Other technology cases involving product liability, IP theft, contract disputes, etc This Expert experience is backed up by decades of hands-on engineering in product development with embedded systems using USB, Bluetooth and other t...

Software Engineering, Intellectual Property - Software, Mobile, Apps, Patent, Trade Secret, Infringement, Source Code, Inspection, Android, Development, macOS, Engineering, iOS, Kotlin, Objective-C, Java, Swift, IP, AI, ML

David Howell is a former Apple software engineer with more than 35 years in the software industry and experience teaching computer science and engineering management at a graduate level. He has founded three startups, including one acquired by Apple, with a focus on mobile, desktop, and web apps, and is currently CEO of Expert Guild, an agency that helps litigation teams find the perfect testifying expert for technology and healthcare-related cases. In the past his roles have included Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Chief Technology Officer (CTO), VP of Engineering, Senior Software Engineer, and member of Boards of Advisors. As CEO of Avatron, he led a team of ex-Apple engineers to build world-class productivity apps for mobile devices. At Apple he managed a platform enabling third-party visual-effects plug-ins for film and video. As an expert witness, Mr. Howell has written 20 opinions, testified in Federal court twice, arbitration court once, and the UK Competition Appeal Tribunal...

Fresno, California

Software Engineering, Information Technology - Software Engineering, Cloud Computing, 3D Modeling, HigherEd Software, Linux, Databases, Information Technology, Virtual Reality, Learning Management Systems, Simulation, Internet of Things, Source Code Analysis, Student Information Systems, ERP, High Performance Computing, Process Modeling & Optimization, Information Systems

Dr. Ashu Guru is a former university professor and software scientist with approximately 25 years of experience in software engineering and information technology. Early in his career, Dr. Guru served as an application specialist at a major supercomputing center, where he supported high-performance, data-intensive applications for scientific research and was an affiliate of the Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory. Dr. Guru later served as Director of Research Strategy and faculty at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln, where he led interdisciplinary software initiatives and taught courses in data science, systems engineering and applied computing. He subsequently transitioned into software development roles at post-secondary institutions in California, where he designed and maintained enterprise-grade applications supporting critical academic and administrative operations. Dr. Guru holds a Ph.D. in Industrial and Management Systems Engineering and an M.S. in Manufacturing Systems ...

Carmel, California

Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering - Source Code , Computer network , Video Streaming, Wireless, Set top box, digital signal processing, computer vision, cellular , C++, C, video codec, infringement, prior art , HDL, RTL, embedded systems, mobile applications, ios, android, digital communications

Consulting engineer with over 25 years experience as a communications systems and computer engineer with expertise in communications systems, computer networks, digital signal processing, and the design and development of software and hardware systems. Have written thousands of lines of source code for embedded systems, computer network client/server applications, computer servers with DataBases, mobile applications and complex digital signal processing and communications theory algorithms. Have been retained as a technical expert in over a 100 intellectual property litigation matters and have analyzed millions of lines of source code and analyzed hundreds of patents in relation to the matters. Have written over a dozen expert reports on infringement, invalidity, have been deposed many times and have testified at trial at the International Trade Commission.

Irvine, California

Software Engineering, Internet - Computer Science, Software Development, Mobile Software, Android, Computers, Internet, Web, Distributed Systems, Software Architecture, Operating System, Database, Cloud Computing, Software Security, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Information Technology, Internet of Things, Embedded Systems, Cybersecurity

Highlights - Professor of Software Engineering, University of California, Irvine - 25+ years of experience in academia and industry - 100+ prior engagements in software-related litigation matters - 80+ prior testimonies in trials and depositions - Renowned author of 150+ peer-reviewed publications Formal Education - PhD, Computer Science, University of Southern California, 2007 - MS, Computer Science, University of Southern California, 2004 - BS, Information and Computer Science, University of California, Irvine, 2000 Academic Experience Sam Malek is a Software Engineering Professor at UC Irvine’s School of Information and Computer Sciences, where he directs the Institute for Software Research and Software Engineering and Analysis Laboratory. His research spans software design and architecture, distributed and embedded systems, mobile computing, web technologies, and software security. With 140+ peer-reviewed publications cited over 12,000 times (Google Scholar), Prof. Malek...

California

Artificial Intelligence, Software Engineering - AI Expert, ChatGPT, Biometric Privacy, BIPA, Facial Recognition, Speech Recognition, Cybersecurity, Mobile Forensics, Digital Forensics, Source Code Review, ESI Protocols, Patent Infringement, IPR, PTAB, Blockchain, Social Media Forensics, Trade Secret, Digital Evidence, Software Expert, Digital Forensics

Mr. Winters is a nationally recognized expert witness in AI, software, cybersecurity, biometric privacy, cryptocurrency and forensic data extraction. He offers a rare dual-role capability: both as a testifying expert and as a forensic consultant using court-admissible tools to extract and analyze digital evidence from over 31,000 devices. This integrated approach can reduce litigation costs and streamline case strategy, especially in technology-heavy matters. With over 30 years of experience, Mr. Winters has been retained in complex cases involving software architecture, AI, source code analysis, social media forensics, patent infringement, IPR, and Illinois' Biometric Information Privacy Act (BIPA). He holds patents in artificial intelligence and is a pioneer in speech and facial recognition systems, having built early voice-based AI systems adopted by Microsoft, Apple, Boeing, Honeywell and the U.S. Air Force Research Lab. He has successfully testified and been deposed in federal...

Los Angeles, California

Software Engineering, Intellectual Property - Computer Graphics, AI/ML, Machine Learning, Augmented Reality, Virtual Reality, Image Processing, System Architecture, Distributed Systems, Cryptography, Rasterization, Visualization, 3D Modeling, 3D Animation, Patent Infringement, Copyright, Trade Secret Misappropriation, Breach-of-Contract

Dr. Iman Sadeghi is an award-winning computer scientist and software engineer, holding both a master’s and a doctoral degree in Computer Science from the University of California, San Diego. His illustrious career includes roles at tech giants such as Google, Walt Disney Animation Studios, and Lucasfilm. These valuable experiences have enriched his expertise across various aspects of computer science and software engineering disciplines. Currently, Dr. Sadeghi serves as a Principal Software & Technology Consultant at Quandary Peak Research, where he provides critical analysis in legal contexts. He provides deposition/trial testimony, reports, and declarations in the fields of computer graphics, 3D rendering and animation, 3D geometry processing, software engineering, system architecture, algorithms, and data structures. Dr. Sadeghi also conducts thorough source code analysis for software litigation. His work primarily addresses issues related to patent infringement, trade secret mi...

Los Angeles, California

Telecommunications, Software Engineering - Telecommunications, Networking, Internet Protocols, Wi-Fi, Mobile Communications, Mobile Networking, TCP/IP, 3G/4G, Routing/Switching, Software Engineering, Streaming Platforms, Smart TV, Generative AI, Large Language Models (LLM), Software Development, Mobile Wireless, Computer networks, Broadband, Software project failure

Ph.D. computer scientist with 24+ years spanning telecommunications, networking, artificial intelligence, smart TV/streaming, and cloud infrastructure. Expert witness in 20+ cases for patent infringement, invalidity, trade secrets, and breach of contract. Designed 3G wireless systems at Nortel, launched Google TV globally with Sony/LG/Intel, and conducted venture capital due diligence on AI and telecom investments. Why counsel select Dr. Jonyer: • 25+ court qualifications; deposed 5+ times; testified in court • 50/50 plaintiff/defense experience with Big Tech cases (Google, Apple, Netflix, Roku, Nokia, Cloudflare, ...) • Retained by elite law firms: Boies Schiller, Fox Rothschild, Ropes & Gray, Morgan Lewis • PhD dissertation on AI; published 20+ papers; NSF-funded researcher Known for translating complex concepts clearly for judges, juries, and counsel. Areas of Expertise • Networking and Telecommunications: Wireless communication, mobile networks, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, 3G, 4G, 5G,...

Los Angeles, California

Artificial Intelligence, Software Engineering - data analysis, data science, source code analysis, patent infringement, natural language processing, class action certification, GIS and geospatial data, artificial intelligence, systems controls, data privacy, model analysis, LLM, Python, Java, neural networks, trade secrets, deepfake detection, computer vision, machine learning, SQL

Joe Sremack is a forensic technology expert with more than two decades of experience in complex data, software, and artificial intelligence analysis for high-stakes legal matters. As a Partner at Resolution Economics, he has served as consultant and testifying expert in over 500 engagements across state and federal courts, international arbitrations, and regulatory proceedings in numerous countries. Mr. Sremack is the author of AI Forensics: Investigation and Analysis of Artificial Intelligence Systems (Chapman & Hall, March 2026) and Big Data Forensics (Packt Publishing, 2015). He is a frequent speaker on AI forensics, source code analysis, and data analytics at legal and industry conferences. His technical expertise spans artificial intelligence system examination (including large language models, generative AI, and machine learning pipelines), deepfake and synthetic media authentication, proprietary source code analysis, advanced data analytics, and IT infrastructure assessment...

Woodside, California

Health Informatics, Software Engineering - Electronic Health Records, EHR, Electronic Medical Records, EMR, Interoperability, Health Information Exchange, Health Data Exchange, Internet, Database, Medical Apps, User Interface, Artificial Intelligence, AI, Machine Learning, Probability, Statistics, Bioinformatics, Intellectual Property, Artificial Intelligence

- A health I.T. expert with a medical degree, medical informatics doctorate, and 20 years of research and development experience in industry. - Adjunct faculty member at Stanford Medical School in the Division of Computational Medicine. - Extensive experience with Electronic Health Records (including audit logs), disease registries, billing/claims system, artificial intelligence, and related technologies - Has consulted as an expert witness on 27 cases since 2011, with 4 depositions and 2 trial appearances since 2019. - A track record of innovation in EHR product development, as well as consulting to health I.T. firms, healthcare provider organizations, pharmaceutical companies, government agencies, and litigators in intellectual property and medical malpractice cases. - Published author and experienced speaker. - Interests and skills include EHRs, clinical data modeling and standards, software engineering, clinical decision support, interoperability, health information exch...

El Segundo, California

Software Engineering, Internet - Distributed systems, Software failure analysis, Software defect investigation, Code review, Software architecture, Artificial intelligence, Machine learning, Software patent, Software copyright, Software trade secret, Breach of software contract, Software project failure, Data privacy, Cybersecurity incident, SaaS platform

# Qualifications - Software engineering expert with extensive experience analyzing internet, web, and mobile systems in high-stakes disputes - Deep, hands-on expertise in modern software systems, including web applications, mobile platforms, and distributed backend services - CEO of a technical consulting firm Cyberonix Experts, LLC, specializing in software IP analysis, source code review, and expert testimony - USC Computer Science faculty (teaching graduate-level Software Engineering and Software Architectures courses) # Litigation & Expert Work - Experience serving as an expert in matters involving software patent, copyright, and trade secret - Conducts detailed source code review and technical analysis of software systems at issue - Performs root cause analysis for outages, bugs, and degraded system performance - Assesses claims related to breach of contract, failed implementations, and unmet technical requirements - Supports counsel with clear, well-documented, and defensib...