Summary
Kevin Nam is a multi-disciplinary Human-centered AI researcher and technical lead with 16 years of experience guiding advanced R&D at MIT Lincoln Laboratory, specializing in human-machine teaming, explainable AI, and sociotechnical systems architecture. He blends hands-on software architecture and NLP engineering with program and team management, delivering web, mobile, wearable, and desktop solutions for DoD and government sponsors. Kevin has a strong academic pedigree (Ph.D. in Information Science) and a track record of translating research into operational testbeds, visualization frameworks, and governance strategies for sensitive data. He frequently authors proposals and publications, mentors junior staff, and has led cross-organizational efforts spanning AI trust, HUD/haptic interfaces, and PAI exploitation. Based in Bedford, MA, he combines rigorous research methods with pragmatic engineering and a habit of initiating process improvements that persist beyond individual projects.
16 years of coding experience
11 years of employment as a software developer
Bachelor's degree, Computer Science, Bachelor's degree, Computer Science at The University of Texas at Dallas
Ph.D., Information Science, Ph.D., Information Science at University of Michigan
Non-degree program, MBA Essentials and Entrepreneurship, Non-degree program, MBA Essentials and Entrepreneurship at University of Michigan - Stephen M. Ross School of Business