Learn how a top AI/ML software engineer thinks about MVPs from his own experience as an inventor, founder, advisor, and investor to startups.
Aaron Graves
Over a decade of CTO experience
I'm Aaron Graves, a seasoned tech leader with two decades of experience in software engineering and product development. I've worked with innovative companies like Spotify, Thrive Global, and Crowdtap, and held various leadership positions, including CTO and SVP of Product & Engineering. I excel at building high-performance teams and delivering exceptional products. Let's innovate together.
In the last two years:
* Designed, built (with a team) and launched Spotify Soundcheck.
* Led WeSpire to an exit.
* Launched gitwallet as part of team of 3
* Architected the AI engine for spara.co
Work
ESG Employee Engagement Software | WeSpire
https://www.wespire.com/With a library of over 350 science-backed campaigns, WeSpire changes employee behavior and provides global organizations with unparalleled analytics about the business value of their employee engagement efforts.
Spara - The Ideal Buying Experience
https://www.spara.co/The first human/AI hybrid sales motion built for enterprise, designed to give your buyers a seamless experience and help your GTM team effortlessly close more sales.
Experience
Spotify
Senior Software Engineer
Jul 2019 - Oct 2022
Passionate music fans. Innovative tech pros. Perfect harmony. Join our band.
- Designed, built and launched Soundcheck (code quality / static analysis platform)
Thrive Global
CTO
Nov 2016 - May 2017
We help individuals and companies improve their well-being and performance through sustainable, science-backed solutions
- Responsible for development of core products, team management. Built the team and launched the core suite of products.
Suzy
SVP Engineering
Oct 2014 - Oct 2016
Suzy is the leading consumer insights platform, connecting quant, qual, and high quality audiences into a single connected research cloud.
WeSpire
CTO
Aug 2011 - Oct 2014
WeSpire is the employee experience solution that empowers forward-thinking global organizations and their employees to reach their greatest potential.
- Designed and built the first two iterations of the product. Led company through acquisition.
Level Up
Senior Software Engineer
Oct 2009 - Dec 2011
LevelUp is building next-generation mobile experiences for over 200 brands nationwide: empowering businesses to engage customers, grow sales and build a long-term scalable mobile strategy.
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