Jose David Aguilera
Technology Transformation Leader|AI Innovation Architect|Cloud-First Strategist
Strategic Focus Areas
Technology Transformation
- Cloud-native architecture strategy
- Serverless-first approach
- Strategic technology adoption
- AWS service optimization
Innovation Leadership
- AI/ML implementation strategy
- Emerging technology evaluation
- Business value optimization
- Patent development
Business Unit Excellence
- Optimal team scaling
- High-performance culture building
- Efficiency through automation
- Cross-functional alignment
Transformation Journey
Vice President of Engineering of Aerial Products
Verisk
Jan 2021 - Present
- Leading enterprise-wide data federation strategy leveraging cloud-native architecture
- Spearheading generative AI initiatives for next-generation insurance solutions
- Driving patent development in computer vision and machine learning
- Building high-performing engineering teams focused on serverless architecture
Vice President of Engineering
Geomni a Verisk Business
Sep 2018 - Jan 2021
- Orchestrated successful corporate division spin-off maintaining operational excellence
- Unified ML/CV technology strategy across US and Europe
- Implemented cloud-first architecture reducing technical debt
- Led distributed teams across multiple regions with focus on innovation
Assistant Vice President
Geomni a Verisk Business
Feb 2016 - Sep 2018
- Established strategic university partnerships enhancing ML/CV capabilities
- Unified global machine learning and computer vision expertise centers
- Implemented automated cloud deployment pipelines
- Created sustainable technical talent development programs
CEO & Founder
AMS Geomatics
Aug 2012 - Mar 2015
- Founded and scaled geospatial technology venture
- Developed strategic insurance market partnerships
- Architected cloud-based ML/CV solutions
- Successfully led company through acquisition by Verisk
Innovation & Impact
Innovation Leadership
Driving next-generation computer vision and machine learning solutions in aerial imaging, with multiple patent-pending innovations transforming insurance technology.
Cloud Architecture Innovation
Pioneered serverless-first approaches and cloud-native architectures, significantly reducing complexity while enhancing scalability and performance.
Team Transformation
Expert in optimizing mid-sized technical organizations, building high-performing teams that consistently deliver innovative solutions.
Strategic Partnerships
Established key academic and industry partnerships, creating sustainable innovation ecosystems and talent pipelines.
Business Impact
Successfully led multiple organizational transformations, including corporate spin-offs and strategic acquisitions.
Global Leadership
Led distributed teams across US and Europe, unifying technology strategies and fostering innovation across borders.
Latest Insights
The Cloud-Native Organization: Cloud Patterns for Modern Business
An exploration of how organizations can adopt cloud-native principles to transform their business operations, enhance scalability, and drive innovation in the modern digital landscape.
From Concept to Execution: A Data Federation Implementation Roadmap for AI Success
A strategic blueprint for implementing data federation across enterprise environments. Discover practical steps for unifying disparate data sources, optimizing data accessibility, and establishing the robust foundation needed for scalable AI initiatives.
Data Federation: The Foundation of Enterprise AI
Explore how data federation transforms enterprise AI initiatives by breaking down data silos, enabling seamless access across distributed systems, and accelerating machine learning deployments.
Beyond Technology
Bringing diverse perspectives to technology leadership
Strategic Business Acumen
MIT Sloan School - Pricing Strategy and Analytics
Leveraging data analytics for strategic decision-making and business innovation
Global Leadership
Cross-Cultural Team Building
Experience leading and unifying teams across US and European markets
Performance Focus
Endurance Sports Enthusiast
Applying athletic discipline and goal-setting principles to technology leadership
Continuous Innovation
Technology Exploration
Regular engagement with emerging technologies and serverless architectures