Stephen Curial
About Stephen Curial
Stephen Curial serves as the Chief Technology Officer at Jungle Scout, having previously held significant roles at Amazon and IBM. He has made notable contributions to technology, including the development of natural language processing frameworks and the achievement of IBM's top ranking in the Supercomputing Top 500 list.
Current Role at Jungle Scout
Stephen Curial serves as the Chief Technology Officer at Jungle Scout since 2021. In this role, he oversees the technological direction and development of the company, ensuring that the technology aligns with the overall business strategy. His leadership in technology plays a crucial role in enhancing Jungle Scout's offerings in the e-commerce space.
Previous Experience at Amazon
Stephen Curial has held multiple positions at Amazon from 2014 to 2021. He worked as a Software Development Manager for Fulfillment By Amazon from 2014 to 2017 and later served as a Senior Manager in the same division until 2020. During his tenure, he led the launch of the Fulfillment by Amazon (FBA) Small and Light program and contributed to the development of Supply Chain Optimization Technology as the Director from 2020 to 2021.
Contributions to IBM
Stephen Curial contributed significantly to IBM's success during his time there from 2006 to 2007. He was involved in the Center for Advanced Studies and implemented his thesis idea into IBM's production compiler. His work contributed to IBM achieving the number one spot on the Supercomputing Top 500 list, along with setting world records on benchmarks such as SPECInt, SPECFloat, TCP-H, and LINPACK.
Education and Academic Background
Stephen Curial studied at the University of Alberta, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Computing Science from 2001 to 2005 and a Master of Science in Computing Science from 2005 to 2007. His academic background laid the foundation for his career in technology and software development.
Innovations in Natural Language Processing
At Xymbiant Systems, Stephen Curial created a natural language processing (NLP) framework that processed tens of thousands of natural language requests. This innovation showcased his expertise in software development and contributed to advancements in the field of NLP.