Job Title: Chief Technology Officer
Company: Synthesis
Michael Grant is a complex engineering problem solver and inventor. Expert in machine learning with a track record of delivering holistic, robust engineered systems. I am passionate about developing teams to add value to businesses.
As chief technology officer of Labs, Michael oversees the Capital Appreciation Group's disruptive launch pad. He has a PhD in electrical engineering and a wealth of experience in creating successful AI-powered products and building the businesses required to bring them to market. He spends his time researching how technology is changing the world and developing new products.
Work
2022 - Present Chief Technology Officer, Synthesis Software Technologies ·
2017 - 2022 Chief Technology Officer, DataProphet
2014 - 2017 Principal Engineer, Transnet
2012 - 2014 Group leader, CBI-electric: low voltage
2009 2012 Senior Engineer, CBI-electric: low voltage
2008 - 2009 Design Engineer, CBI-electric: low voltage
2006 - 2008 Electrical Engineer, CBI-electric: low voltage
Education
2007 - 2010 Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.), Electrical Engineering, University of the Witwatersrand
2005 - 2006 Master of Science in Engineering (MSc (Eng), Electrical Engineering, University of the Witwatersrand
2001 - 2004 Bachelor of Science in Engineering (BSc (Eng), Electrical Engineering, University of the Witwatersrand
About Synthesis Software Technologies: Synthesis is a leading South African technology and software development firm creating innovative new solutions for leading companies.
