Peter Rennert
About Peter Rennert
Peter Rennert serves as the Director of Engineering Management at Standard Cognition, where he leads a team dedicated to enhancing data accessibility, scalability, and security. He holds a PhD in Computer Science from University College London and has extensive experience in machine learning and computer vision.
Current Role at Standard Cognition
Peter Rennert serves as the Director of Engineering Management at Standard Cognition, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he leads a team dedicated to building a data platform that focuses on enhancing data accessibility, scalability, and security. His leadership is instrumental in the development of a robust infrastructure that supports the company's growth objectives. Additionally, he actively participates in the hiring process for early-stage engineers, particularly those with expertise in Rust, to strengthen the capabilities of his team.
Education and Academic Background
Peter Rennert completed his Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Computer Science at University College London from 2011 to 2017. His academic journey also includes a Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Vision and Robotics (ViBot) through the Erasmus Mundus program, which he pursued at Université de Bourgogne, Heriot-Watt University, and Universitat de Girona from 2009 to 2011. Prior to his advanced studies, he attended F.-A. Brockhaus Gymnasium Leipzig, laying the groundwork for his future academic pursuits.
Previous Work Experience
Before joining Standard Cognition, Peter Rennert held several notable positions in the technology sector. He served as the Chief Technology Officer (CTO) at ThirdEye Labs from 2017 to 2021, following his role as a Senior Machine Learning Engineer at the same company from 2016 to 2017. His earlier experience includes a Research Internship at Universitat de Girona in 2010, a Computer Vision Engineer position at Siemens Healthcare in 2011, and a Research Internship at Sony Electronics in 2015. These roles contributed to his expertise in machine learning and computer vision.
Contributions to Engineering and Technology
At Standard Cognition, Peter Rennert plays a crucial role in developing a data platform that prioritizes data accessibility, scalability, and security. His involvement in hiring engineers with specialized skills in Rust demonstrates his commitment to building a proficient team capable of advancing the company's technological initiatives. His previous experiences in various engineering roles have equipped him with a diverse skill set that supports his current responsibilities.