John Weatherford

John Weatherford is a seasoned technical leader currently serving as the Head of Engineering at Kixie, where they are focused on advancing the development team in AI technologies for sales. With 20 years of software development experience, including 12 years in team management, John has held various significant roles, such as Vice President of Engineering at Telescope and Senior Engineering Manager at Yelp. They have demonstrated expertise in scaling teams, driving innovation, and implementing robust infrastructure while also focusing on high employee engagement. John began their career as a Junior Developer at Achieve Internet and has since developed a diverse skill set through roles in both startups and established companies. They are currently pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science at the University of California, San Diego.