Jesse Shanahan is a Chief Technology Officer based in Stockholm with eight years of experience building applied AI and ML products across health, humanitarian aid, cybersecurity, and GIS. With a foundation in astrophysics, mathematics, and linguistics, Jesse combines rigorous research experience—studying active galactic nuclei and galaxy morphology—with practical leadership as CTO of Vor and prior technical lead roles at Peltarion and Booz Allen Hamilton. He specializes in conscientious, explainable health and fitness automation software, and has a long-standing commitment to AI ethics and humanitarian technology. Beyond engineering and strategy, Jesse mentors early-career data scientists and has a track record of translating complex scientific analysis into accessible public writing and outreach. An intriguing mix of scientist, developer, and communicator, he brings both deep quantitative skill and a people-first approach to product and team development.
8 years of coding experience
6 years of employment as a software developer
Master's Degree Astronomy and Astrophysics, Master's Degree Astronomy and Astrophysics at Wesleyan University
Classical Education, Classical Education at Trinity School at Meadow View
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) Arabic Linguistics Philosophy, Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) Arabic Linguistics Philosophy at University of Virginia, College of Arts and Sciences
None - study abroad Arabic Language and Literature, None - study abroad Arabic Language and Literature at Institut Bourguiba des Langues Vivantes
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