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Near Privman

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Head of Engineering at Encord
📍 London Area, United Kingdom

Near Privman is a veteran engineering leader with over 20 years of experience from startups to Google, now serving as Head of Engineering at Encord. He specializes in machine learning and building software for regulated industries. Colleagues often describe him as professional, creative, and a dependable, fast learner.

As a former startup founder, Near is passionate about entrepreneurship and advises early-stage companies. He actively shares his insights by writing articles offering career advice to software engineers and exploring the authentic challenges of building a startup.

Unique fact: He served as a commander in the prestigious Talpiot program, where he was noted for his creativity and initiative.

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Experience
5 Years
Current Role
Head of Engineering
Job Level
Mid-senior
Location
London Area, United Kingdom
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Priorities

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Machine Learning Leadership
He has deep experience defining ML product roadmaps, leading research teams, and bringing machine learning features into production.
Startup Mentorship
As a former founder, he advises startups on product and technology and writes about the realities of entrepreneurship to guide others.
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Career

Work history

8-2025
Head of Engineering
Encord
4-2025 - 7-2025
Director of Engineering
DeepFlow
7-2022 - 4-2025
Engineering Manager at Google Play
Google
1-2022 - 4-2022
Machine Learning Engineer (on behalf of Gradient Ventures)
Vault Platform
12-2019 - 1-2025
Advisor
Cobble
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Education
1998 - 2001
BSc
The Hebrew University of Jerusalem
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