José Luis Muñoz
About José Luis Muñoz
José Luis Muñoz is a Strategic Product Manager at Scale AI, with a diverse background in engineering, operations, and project management. He has held various roles in organizations such as the United States Air Force, Meta, and the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, and has an extensive educational background in business and public administration.
Work at ScaleAI
José Luis Muñoz currently serves as a Strategic Product Manager at Scale AI, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he leads a Strategic Projects team, managing multiple diverse teams and overseeing more than 50 employees. He specializes in delivering projects related to machine vision and autonomous vehicles, having successfully delivered numerous projects valued at over $10 million. His work focuses on aligning project specifications with client expectations and business use cases through proactive communication.
Education and Expertise
José Luis Muñoz has an extensive educational background. He earned a Master of Public Administration (MPA) from Harvard Kennedy School, completing his studies from 2018 to 2020. He also holds a Master of Science in Technology Commercialization from Texas McCombs School of Business, which he completed in 2023. Additionally, he studied Product Management at BrainStation, earning a certificate. His foundational education includes an Associate of Arts and Sciences (AAS) in Communications Applications Technology from the Community College of the Air Force and a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Pepperdine Graziadio Business School.
Professional Background
José Luis Muñoz has a diverse professional background spanning various roles and industries. He served in the United States Air Force as an MQ-1B Sensor Operator from 2005 to 2009. His experience includes working as an Operations Analyst at the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs and as a Project Manager at Meta, focusing on AI/ML and human data labeling. He has also held positions at the U.S. Department of State as an Intelligence Analyst and at Deloitte Consulting as a Summer Associate. His work experience extends to roles in cybersecurity research and technical advisory positions.
Achievements in Project Management
Throughout his career, José Luis Muñoz has been involved in managing and delivering high-value projects. At Scale AI, he has delivered numerous projects exceeding $10 million, specializing in machine vision and autonomous vehicles. His ability to align project specifications with client expectations has been recognized by colleagues, who describe him as a progressive and driven technical and managerial expert. He has also co-authored recent Subtacks, showcasing his commitment to innovation and collaboration in project management.
Current Involvement in Alumni Networks
José Luis Muñoz is currently active in the Harvard Business School Alumni Angels of South Florida, serving on the Deal Screening Committee since 2024. This role allows him to leverage his expertise in evaluating investment opportunities and supporting entrepreneurial ventures within the alumni network. His involvement reflects his ongoing commitment to professional development and community engagement.