Will Barley
About Will Barley
Will Barley is the Director of Forward Deployed Engineering at Gecko Robotics, Inc., where he has worked since 2021. He has a diverse background, including founding and leading roles at Thoron and Palantir Technologies, and holds a BA in Computer Science from Yale University.
Current Role at Gecko Robotics
Will Barley serves as the Director of Forward Deployed Engineering at Gecko Robotics, Inc. since 2021. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing engineering operations that are deployed in the field, ensuring that the company's robotics solutions meet client needs effectively. His position involves managing teams and projects that focus on innovative engineering practices within the robotics sector.
Previous Experience at Thoron
Before joining Gecko Robotics, Will Barley was the Founder and CEO of Thoron from 2016 to 2019. Based in Orlando, Florida, he led the company through its initial stages, focusing on developing innovative solutions. His leadership experience at Thoron contributed to his expertise in managing technology-driven initiatives.
Experience at Palantir Technologies
Will Barley worked at Palantir Technologies in various roles from 2010 to 2016. He initially served as the Founder and Head of the Middle East Office in Abu Dhabi, UAE, for five years. He later transitioned to the role of Forward Deployed Engineer in both Palo Alto, United States, and London, United Kingdom, where he contributed to deploying Palantir's technology solutions in complex environments.
Education and Language Skills
Will Barley studied at Yale University, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Computer Science from 2001 to 2005. Additionally, he pursued private study in Damascus, achieving fluency in Arabic from 2007 to 2008. His educational background and language skills enhance his ability to work in diverse environments and tackle complex challenges.
Career at Other Organizations
In addition to his roles at Gecko Robotics, Thoron, and Palantir Technologies, Will Barley has held positions at several other organizations. He worked as a Senior Consultant at Control Group from 2005 to 2007 in New York City and served as a Senior Solutions Engineer at Socotra from 2020 to 2021 in Greater Boston. He also held the position of Head of Software Innovation at Essentium Inc. for five months in 2018-2019 in Texas.