Steve Novak
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Professional Summary
Steve Novak is a digital design and chip integration expert specializing in patent infringement and intellectual property disputes. With a career spanning ASIC/SOC/FPGA systems design, verification, and integration, he brings a comprehensive technical framework to litigation work. His work centers on investigating patent validity, assessing code for infringement, and evaluating system design compliance.
Mr. Novak has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the United States, involving cases related to semiconductor technologies, communication protocols, and memory systems. His Master’s in Computer Science from the University of California, Los Angeles, along with his Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, reinforce his ability to deliver objective, defensible analyses. He is regularly engaged by both plaintiff and defense counsel to provide clear, independent determinations of patent infringement in disputes involving digital design and chip integration.
Work Experience
Steve Novak has over 30 years of experience in the engineering field. He is currently the Principal Engineer, Consulting and Contracting Services at Bay2Sierra Silicon Services since 2008. His previous roles include Director Digital Design at Keyeye Communications, Chip Lead at Fulcrum Microsystems, Senior ASIC Designer at Juniper Networks/Pacific Broadband Communications, and Member Technical Staff at Advanced Micro Devices.
Expert Intelligence
Best Descriptor
Steve Novak specializes in ASIC and FPGA design and patent infringement analysis in the technology sector.
Best Use Cases
- 1Patent infringement cases involving ASIC designs
- 2Technical evaluations of digital architecture
- 3Expert reports on memory controller designs
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View full reportEducation
Masters Business Administration
Golden Gate University · 2009
Masters in Computer Science
University of California Los Angeles · 1993
Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering
University of California Los Angeles · 1991