Ron Zohar, Ph.D.
About Ron Zohar, Ph.D.
Ron Zohar, Ph.D., serves as the VP of R&D and Product at WalkMe, where he focuses on developing systems that enhance user interaction with graphical interfaces. He has a strong background in computer science and engineering, having earned his Ph.D. from Technion and previously held leadership roles in technology startups.
Work at WalkMe
Ron Zohar currently serves as the Vice President of R&D and Product at WalkMe, a position he has held since 2019. In this role, he focuses on developing innovative products that significantly impact the tech industry. He has been instrumental in creating a system that understands and operates graphical user interfaces at a human level. Prior to his current role, he worked as the DeepUI Director at WalkMe from 2018 to 2019, where he contributed to advancements in user interface technology.
Education and Expertise
Ron Zohar earned his Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Computer Science from the Technion - Israel Institute of Technology, where he studied from 2002 to 2007. He also holds a Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from the same institution, completed from 1991 to 1995. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in programming, algorithms, and machine learning.
Background
Before joining WalkMe, Ron Zohar co-founded Arbiplus - Arbitrage Technologies, where he served as the Chief Technology Officer (CTO) from 2004 to 2007. His experience in leading technology initiatives and building teams of skilled problem solvers has been a significant aspect of his career. At WalkMe, he actively participates in hiring and developing a team with expertise in various technical domains.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Ron Zohar has played a key role in developing innovative products within the tech industry. His contributions at WalkMe have been part of the company's growth as one of the fastest-growing startups. His leadership in research and development has helped shape the direction of product innovation at WalkMe.