Kevin Stumpf
About Kevin Stumpf
Kevin Stumpf is the Co-Founder, CTO, and Head of Product at Tecton, where he focuses on machine learning platforms. He has extensive experience in software engineering and has worked at notable companies such as Uber and Sequoia Capital.
Work at Tecton
Kevin Stumpf has served as Co-Founder, CTO, and Head of Product at Tecton since 2018. In this role, he focuses on developing machine learning platforms that enable organizations to scale AI and machine learning capabilities. His leadership at Tecton follows his extensive experience in building internal ML platforms at major tech companies, including Uber, Google, and Facebook. Stumpf actively hires individuals with expertise in data engineering, machine learning infrastructure, and scalable distributed systems to strengthen Tecton's offerings.
Education and Expertise
Kevin Stumpf holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science and Management Sciences from FernUniversität in Hagen, which he completed from 2007 to 2011. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Stanford University Graduate School of Business, studying from 2013 to 2015. His academic background provides a solid foundation for his expertise in machine learning platforms and engineering management.
Background
Stumpf has a diverse professional background, having worked in various roles across multiple companies. He began his career as a Software Engineer Consultant at M,P,NEWMEDIA in Germany and later co-founded fire-development. He has held significant positions at Uber, including Tech Lead and Engineering Manager. His experience spans multiple countries, including Germany, Austria, and the United States, reflecting his global perspective in technology and engineering.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Kevin Stumpf has contributed to the development of machine learning platforms that have significantly improved performance and reduced infrastructure costs. He has been involved in building the Michelangelo ML platform at Uber and has experience with various tech giants, including Google, Facebook, and Airbnb. Stumpf has also written blog posts discussing key topics in machine learning, such as the distinctions between feature stores and feature platforms.
Current Involvement with Sequoia Capital
Since 2020, Kevin Stumpf has been a Sequoia Capital Scout, where he focuses on identifying and supporting early-stage startups. His role involves serving as a pre-seed, seed, and Series A investor, leveraging his extensive experience in technology and machine learning to guide emerging companies. This position complements his work at Tecton, allowing him to contribute to the broader tech ecosystem.