Shelby Bons
About Shelby Bons
Shelby Bons is the Founder and CTO of Aether, a company specializing in AI-driven solutions for the solar industry. With a background in data science and software engineering, Bons has worked in both startups and established companies, including Dolby Laboratories and Sunrun.
Work at Aether Energy
Shelby Bons serves as the Founder and Chief Technology Officer (CTO) at Aether, a company that focuses on AI-driven solutions for the solar industry. Since 2023, Bons has been instrumental in leading the company's technological initiatives and strategic direction. Aether operates within the framework of Y Combinator's Winter 2024 batch, emphasizing innovation in renewable energy technologies. Bons' role involves overseeing the development of software that enhances project management and collaboration specifically tailored for the solar sector.
Previous Experience in Technology
Before founding Aether, Shelby Bons gained valuable experience in various technology roles. Bons worked as a Software Engineer in Compression at Dolby Laboratories for five months in 2020. Following this, they held a position as an AI Software Engineer at Pearson from 2020 to 2021. Bons transitioned to Voltaiq, where they served as a Data Science / Machine Learning Engineer from 2021 to 2023. Additionally, Bons worked as a Data Scientist at Sunrun from 2018 to 2019, contributing to projects in the renewable energy sector.
Educational Background
Shelby Bons completed their high school education at Lycee International de St. Germain-en-Laye in Paris, France, earning a High School Diploma from 2012 to 2015. Following this, Bons pursued a Bachelor's degree in Materials Science and Engineering at the University of California, Berkeley, from 2015 to 2019. This educational foundation provided Bons with a strong technical background that supports their career in technology and engineering.
Expertise in Data Science and Engineering
Shelby Bons has expertise in data science and machine learning engineering, with a focus on developing software solutions that enhance project management and collaboration in the solar industry. This expertise has been cultivated through various roles in established companies and startups, allowing Bons to bridge the gap between technical development and leadership in technology-driven environments.
Career Transition to Leadership
Shelby Bons transitioned from a data science and machine learning engineering role to a leadership position as a CTO. This shift reflects Bons' ability to leverage technical skills in a strategic capacity, guiding the direction of technology development at Aether. The transition signifies a commitment to innovation and leadership within the renewable energy sector.