Peter May Ostendorp
About Peter May Ostendorp
Peter May Ostendorp is a Director of Construction Software Engineering at Terabase Energy and Co-Founder of XeroHome, with expertise in developing custom optimizers for optimization problems. He has a strong background in engineering, data science, and project management, with experience in various leadership roles across multiple companies.
Current Role at Terabase Energy
Peter May Ostendorp serves as the Director of Construction Software Engineering at Terabase Energy, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he focuses on developing software solutions that enhance construction processes within the renewable energy sector. His expertise in optimization problems and custom software development contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of Terabase Energy's projects.
Experience at XeroHome
Peter co-founded XeroHome in 2021 and previously served as its CTO from 2020 to 2021. His work at XeroHome involved leveraging his technical skills to develop innovative solutions in the energy sector. His leadership in software engineering has been pivotal in shaping the company's direction and product offerings.
Educational Background
Peter May Ostendorp holds a Ph.D. in Architectural Engineering from the University of Colorado Boulder, where he studied from 2008 to 2012. He also earned a Bachelor of Arts in Engineering Sciences from Dartmouth College, completing his studies from 1999 to 2003. Additionally, he studied Mechanical Engineering at the Thayer School of Engineering at Dartmouth for one year.
Consulting and Advisory Roles
Peter has a strong background in consulting, having founded Xergy Consulting and served as its Principal from 2012 to 2019. He has also worked as an advisor for Community Energy Labs since 2022. His client-focused approach emphasizes data-driven problem-solving, which has been a significant aspect of his consulting work.
Technical Skills and Expertise
Peter possesses extensive technical skills, including experience in building production applications on AWS cloud infrastructure and deploying machine learning models. He is proficient in web app and API development using Django and Flask frameworks. His ability to explain complex data science concepts in plain English makes him effective in communicating with diverse audiences.