Meet The Core Komodo Team

  • Founder & CEO

    As Founder and CEO, Lu Wang is a strategic and talented leader of R&D projects. Through her decade of designing and developing AI and data-intensive products at Komodo and beyond, Lu has created eight data science and data engineering teams, guided over a dozen organizations through major digital transformations, and showed people what is possible from data and technology. To the people whose careers have changed and companies she has touched, she is known as the "Data Sherpa". She graduated from Harvard University with a Masters in Software Engineering and BA in Evolutionary Biology. In her free time, she teaches AI, data mining, and machine learning to graduate students at Harvard’s Department of Continuing Education and AI essentials to business executives through the American Management Association.

    With Komodo since: 2016

    Expertise:

    • AI/ML Strategy & Development

    • Data Analytics & Engineering

    • Product Management

    • Interim Executive (CTO, CDO, CIO)

    • Technical Project Management

    • Data Team Learning & Development

  • Senior Data Engineer

    Cameron is a specialist in technology R&D, solution design, and full-stack engineering. Throughout his career, Cameron has lent his technical expertise and problem-solving skills to clients in a variety of industries including nuclear energy, oil & gas, telecom, and fintech. Before joining Komodo, Cameron worked as a Senior Consultant at Endeavour Partners. Cameron's greatest joy in life is creating things from scratch – so when he's not building a data pipeline or developing an app, you'll find him cooking in his kitchen or writing and producing music in his home studio.

    With Komodo since: 2018

    Expertise:

    • Data Engineering & Analytics

    • Solution Design & Architecture

    • Full-Stack Development

    • Automation & ETL

    • Technical Project Management

  • CTO & Solutions Architect

    As CTO & Solutions Architect, Brian has extraordinary knowledge of software engineering and data processing technologies and techniques. He ensures each client receives a solution that is custom-fit to their existing data stack, or will assist in building the data stack that best supports their business needs. He has designed and developed production scale AI and ML decision making systems in industries ranging from digital banking to web advertising. He graduated from Colgate University with a degree in mathematics and computer science.

    With Komodo since: 2019

    Expertise:

    • Data Science & Machine Learning

    • Software & Cloud Architecture

    • Database Design & Management

    • DevOps & Infrastructure

    • Full-Stack Development

    • Technical Project Management

  • Senior Data Engineer

    Zach is a specialist in data ETL, automation process design, data science, and full-stack engineering. He graduated with Honors from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute with a degree in Mechanical Engineering. Fixing things and solving puzzles are some of Zach’s key strengths - whether it is powering through escape rooms, figuring out tricky rock climbing routes, or navigating a complex set of requirements for a data-product feature. He has over 6 years of experience helping clients with data analytics, focusing on delivering the most accurate results possible. He has also created and delivered hands on training curriculums to help teams become self-reliant with new data tools and techniques.

    With Komodo since: 2017

    Expertise:

    • Data Engineering & Analysis

    • Machine Learning

    • Product Development

    • DevOps & Automation

    • Training & Education

  • Software Engineer

    Santosh is a Software Engineer who holds an M.S. degree in Computer Science from Northeastern University. He loves solving problems through use of code and technology. He has over four years of industry experience. Beyond the screen, Santosh finds relaxation in playing the guitar, taking long walks in nature, traveling and trying out new restaurants.

    With Komodo since: 2023

    Expertise:

    • Full-Stack Web Development

    • Java & JavaScript Ecosystems

    • Database Management & SQL

    • DevOps & Cloud Technologies

    • Software Testing & Quality Assurance

  • CFRO (Chief Feline Resources Officer)

    Beefa brings over 4 years’ experience exploring a wide variety of empty boxes and bags. She is adept at assessing the vibe in any room, and employs a calming, therapeutic approach to 1:1s. In her spare time she enjoys begging people to feed her and staring at birds outside the window.