Krista Martocci

Krista Martocci is an accomplished engineering leader currently serving as the Director of Engineering at Understood.org, where responsibilities include defining engineering strategy, managing diverse teams, and overseeing major technical initiatives such as system migrations and the development of data solutions. With a robust background in data engineering and software development, Krista has held various roles, including Engineering Manager and Technical Lead, and Staff Data Engineer, contributing significantly to data architecture and analytical frameworks across organizations like 2U and Namely. Krista holds a Ph.D. in Astronomy and Astrophysics from the University of Chicago, alongside degrees in Physics and Mathematics from Hunter College and Theatre Production from the University of Florida, showcasing a unique blend of technical expertise and creative problem-solving across multiple domains.