Jonathan Rozes
About Jonathan Rozes
Jonathan Rozes serves as the Director of Core Technology at LAIKA Studios, where he has worked since 2023. He brings over 25 years of experience in technology leadership, with a focus on hybrid infrastructure and DevOps engineering, and previously held various roles at LAIKA and Tufts University.
Current Role at LAIKA Studios
Jonathan Rozes serves as the Director of Core Technology at LAIKA Studios, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he focuses on advancing the studio's technological capabilities and infrastructure. His responsibilities include overseeing the integration of innovative technology solutions to enhance production processes in the film and entertainment industry.
Previous Experience at LAIKA Studios
Prior to his current role, Jonathan Rozes worked at LAIKA Studios as the Manager of Information Technology from 2002 to 2006. During this four-year tenure, he contributed to the development and management of IT systems that supported the studio's creative projects. His experience at LAIKA laid the foundation for his ongoing contributions to the organization.
Education and Academic Background
Jonathan Rozes earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Child Development from Tufts University, where he studied from 1991 to 1995. His educational background also includes attending Mercersburg Academy from 1987 to 1991. This academic experience provided him with a diverse perspective that he applies in his technology leadership roles.
Technology Leadership Experience
With over 25 years of experience in technology leadership and strategy, Jonathan Rozes specializes in hybrid on-prem/cloud infrastructure and DevOps engineering. His expertise is particularly focused on high-performance scale-out computing, which is tailored for the film and entertainment industry. This extensive background equips him to address complex technological challenges in his current and previous roles.
Early Career at Tufts University
Before joining LAIKA Studios, Jonathan Rozes worked as a System Administrator at Tufts University from 1995 to 1997. In this role, he managed and maintained the university's IT systems, gaining valuable experience that contributed to his later positions in technology management.