Nicholas Clay
About Nicholas Clay
Nicholas Clay is a seasoned software developer and technology leader, currently serving as Co-Founder and CTO at esteam.ai since 2022. With extensive experience in various technology roles, he has contributed to significant projects across multiple industries, focusing on cloud-based solutions and emerging technologies.
Current Role at esteam.ai
Nicholas Clay serves as Co-Founder and CTO at esteam.ai, a position he has held since 2022. The company operates in a hybrid model from San Francisco, California. In this role, he focuses on developing innovative solutions in the technology sector.
Work at Pixar Animation Studios
Nicholas Clay has been a Sr. Software Developer at Pixar Animation Studios since 1991. His long tenure at the company spans over 33 years, during which he has contributed to various projects within the animation industry.
Education and Expertise
Nicholas Clay earned a Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Computer Science from Kingston University. His educational background supports his extensive career in technology, where he has developed expertise in cloud-based SaaS projects, particularly using AWS and GCP.
Previous Leadership Roles
Nicholas Clay has held several leadership positions throughout his career. He was CEO and Technologist at Digicine from 2008 to 2012, and CEO, EVP Technology, and Co-founder at Avica from 1999 to 2006. He also served as SVP Technology & Business Strategy at DTS, Inc. from 2006 to 2008.
Technical Experience and Focus
Nicholas Clay has a diverse technical background, having worked in various roles that include Head of Technology at Codecademy and AiCure, and CTO at HomeHero. His recent focus includes developing B2B and B2C cloud-based SaaS projects, with experience in regulatory environments such as PCI, GDPR, and HIPAA.