Lior Chen
About Lior Chen
Lior Chen is the Co Founder and CTO of Varos, with a diverse background in software engineering and leadership roles across various companies. He has experience working in Israeli Military Intelligence and has held positions at SoftwareAG, Upsolver, Riskified, and ZIMPERIUM.
Work at Varos
Lior Chen serves as the Co-Founder and Chief Technology Officer (CTO) at Varos, a position he has held since 2020. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing the company's technological direction and development. His leadership focuses on driving innovation and ensuring that Varos remains competitive in its market. His experience in various technology roles contributes to the strategic vision of the company.
Previous Experience in Software Development
Lior Chen has a diverse background in software development, having worked in multiple roles across several companies. He was a Software Developer at SoftwareAG for nine months in 2010 to 2011. Following that, he served as a Software Engineer at Upsolver for ten months in 2016. His experience includes significant positions such as Software Architect Consultant at Riskified from 2018 to 2020 and Backend Team Leader at ZIMPERIUM from 2012 to 2016.
Military Background in Unit 8200
Lior Chen is a veteran of Israel's Unit 8200, a renowned intelligence unit. He worked there as a Software Engineer and Team Lead from 2005 to 2010, gaining valuable experience in high-pressure environments. His tenure in the military has contributed to his technical expertise and leadership skills, which he has applied throughout his career.
Education and Training at Y Combinator
In 2021, Lior Chen participated in a three-month program at Y Combinator, a prestigious startup accelerator. This experience provided him with insights into entrepreneurship and startup development, further enhancing his skills as a co-founder and CTO. The program is known for fostering innovation and providing resources for emerging companies.
Consulting Experience
From 2016 to 2020, Lior Chen worked as a Senior Software Engineering Consultant while self-employed in Tel Aviv, Israel. This role allowed him to leverage his expertise to assist various clients in improving their software solutions. His consulting experience complements his technical background and enhances his ability to lead technology initiatives.