Jae Ryu
About Jae Ryu
Jae Ryu is an AI Cloud Engineer currently employed at Modular, where he focuses on improving AI development and deployment processes. He has a diverse background in software engineering, product management, and business operations, having worked at several notable companies including Astra, Lemonade, and Vecna Robotics.
Current Role at Modular
Jae Ryu currently serves as an AI Cloud Engineer at Modular, a position held since 2023. In this role, Ryu focuses on creating a seamless AI developer experience, emphasizing a 'it just works' product mindset. Ryu is involved in unifying AI development and deployment processes, addressing the complexities faced by developers in the AI infrastructure landscape.
Previous Experience at Astra
Prior to joining Modular, Jae Ryu worked at Astra in two capacities. Ryu served as a Senior Backend Software Engineer from 2021 to 2023, contributing to backend development projects. In 2023, Ryu transitioned to the role of Staff Software Engineer for a brief period of six months, further enhancing technical expertise within the organization.
Professional Background in Product Management
Jae Ryu has a strong background in product management, having worked as the Director of Product Management at Vecna Robotics from 2017 to 2020. In this role, Ryu oversaw product strategy and development, contributing to the company's growth and innovation in robotics solutions.
Experience in Business Operations
Before transitioning into product management, Jae Ryu worked at Lemonade as part of the Product & Business Operations team from 2020 to 2021. This experience in the New York City Metropolitan Area allowed Ryu to gain insights into business operations and product development in the insurance technology sector.
Consulting Background at The Boston Consulting Group
Jae Ryu's career began in management consulting at The Boston Consulting Group, where Ryu worked from 2013 to 2017 in the San Francisco Bay Area. This four-year tenure provided Ryu with a solid foundation in strategic analysis and problem-solving, which has been beneficial in subsequent roles.
Education and Academic Credentials
Jae Ryu studied at the University of California, Berkeley, where Ryu earned an undergraduate degree in Business Administration from the Haas School of Business. This educational background has equipped Ryu with essential business acumen and analytical skills relevant to various roles in technology and management.