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Shyam Sankar is the Chief Technology Officer and Executive Vice President of Palantir Technologies. He has over two decades of experience building and delivering software and AI solutions. Born in Mumbai, India, and raised in Orlando, Florida, Sankar is a Cornell University graduate with a master's from Stanford University. He joined Palantir as employee #13 and has been instrumental in its growth. His estimated net worth is $273 million. He is also the Chairman of Ginkgo Bioworks.
Shyam Sankar's journey began in Mumbai, India, before moving to Nigeria and then settling in Orlando, Florida. His father was the first in his family to attend college. Despite the challenges, including a family business that went bankrupt, Sankar excelled academically. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Electrical and Computer Engineering from Cornell University in 2003 and a Master of Science in Management Science and Engineering from Stanford University.
Sankar began his career by turning down a consulting job. He joined Palantir Technologies in 2006 as employee number 13. His experience spans over two decades in building and delivering software and AI solutions.
As Chief Technology Officer, Sankar is pivotal in Palantir's strategic direction. Sankar has been pushing for defense innovation and has emerged as one of the most important voices in the field. Sankar also serves as Chairman of Ginkgo Bioworks.
Details on Shyam Sankar's philanthropic efforts are not available through the search results. However, Sankar launched the First Breakfast Initiative, a platform for insights on defense and technology.
Joined Palantir as employee number 13.
Served as COO and Executive VP.
Made $632,180 in total compensation. $509,419 was received as Total Cash, $0 was received as Equity and $122,761 was received as Pension and other forms of compensation.
Platform for his insights on defense and technology
