Dirk Groten, PhD
About Dirk Groten, PhD
Dirk Groten, PhD, serves as the Head of Technology for Proctoring Services at Turnitin and has extensive experience in technology leadership roles across various companies in the Netherlands. He holds a PhD in Physics from Leiden University and has contributed significantly to mobile internet development and augmented reality applications.
Current Role at Turnitin
Dirk Groten serves as the Head of Technology for Proctoring Services at Turnitin, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he oversees the technological aspects of proctoring solutions, ensuring that the systems are efficient and effective. His leadership contributes to the development and implementation of innovative technologies that support academic integrity and secure online assessments.
Experience at ProctorExam
Since 2020, Dirk Groten has been the Chief Technology Officer at ProctorExam, where he has focused on enhancing online examination processes. His tenure has involved strategic planning and execution of technology initiatives that improve user experience and system reliability in proctoring services.
Previous Leadership Roles
Dirk Groten has held several significant positions prior to his current roles. He was the Founder and CEO of DEDICO Journeys for Learning from 2016 to 2023. Additionally, he served as VP of Engineering at Blippar from 2014 to 2016 and as CTO at Layar from 2009 to 2014. His experience spans various aspects of technology management and innovation in the digital landscape.
Educational Background
Dirk Groten studied at ETH Zürich, where he earned a diploma in Physics from 1989 to 1994. He furthered his education at Leiden University, obtaining a PhD in Physics from 1995 to 1999. His academic background provides a strong foundation for his work in technology and engineering.
Technical Expertise and Contributions
Dirk Groten has extensive technical expertise, having coordinated technology across teams of over 80 engineers. His work has included app development, back-end systems, big data, and computer vision R&D. He has also played a significant role in mobile technology, contributing to the development of platforms and standards in the early days of mobile internet.