Jennifer Kennedy

Jennifer Kennedy is a seasoned data engineering and AI/ML professional with extensive experience in various leadership roles. Currently serving as the Director of AI/ML and Data Engineering at the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative since August 2019, Jennifer focuses on advancing AI/ML efforts within the organization. Previous positions include Engineering Director and Engineering Manager at the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative, Data Secrecy Engineering Manager at Apple, and Head of Data Engineering and Data Science at eero. Jennifer's career also encompasses data engineering management roles at Airbnb, SoundHound Inc., Lookout, and Linden Lab, among others, demonstrating a strong track record in building and optimizing big data infrastructures and teams. Jennifer holds a BS in Computer Science and a BA in Psychology from California State University-Sacramento.