Summary
Vadim Melnicuk is a technical product leader and engineer with 12 years of experience specialising in HMI, connected cars, and intelligent vehicle technologies. He has led end-to-end product delivery for premium automotive HMIs—most recently joining McLaren—combining hands-on software architecture (Qt, full‑stack JavaScript, Unreal) with user-centred research and validation. At Group Lotus he translated customer and regulatory constraints into production-ready infotainment and EV UX for models like Emira and Evija, while coordinating suppliers and cross-functional teams. His academic background (EngD in Human Factors HMI and Biometrics) underpins a strong focus on human-centred vehicle interactions and biometrics-informed design. Known for bridging deep technical implementation with strategic roadmaps, he thrives on turning prototyped concepts into manufacturable, safety-compliant products. Based in Warwick, he brings a rare mix of engineering craft, product strategy, and domain expertise in automotive UX.
12 years of coding experience
7 years of employment as a software developer
Doctor of Engineering (EngD) Human Factors HMI and Biometrics, Doctor of Engineering (EngD) Human Factors HMI and Biometrics at University of Warwick
Bachelor's degree with Honours (BEng Hons) Electronic Engineering, Bachelor's degree with Honours (BEng Hons) Electronic Engineering at Birmingham City University
English, Russian, Lithuanian