Near Privman

Trailblazer
DISC Type : DI

Head of Engineering at Encord

London Area, United Kingdom

Overview

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.

Personality Overview

Informal

Assertive

Persuasive

They prefer to ensure that they are in control of the situation.  They are not against taking risks and can make tough decisions when required.
 They are charming and can persuade others to support their decisions.

Topics They Care About

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.
Regulated Software
Possesses over six years of experience working on software products that must comply with strict regulations like HIPAA, DMA, and DSA.

Media Appearances

Near has no verified media appearances

Work History

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

Education

1998 - 2001
BSc from The Hebrew University of Jerusalem

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Insights For Selling To Near

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Talk about yourself and some of your achievements at the start of the conversation
  • Keep your pitch focused on the impact but nurture the relationship too
  • Showcase existing customers and use case-studies to grab their attention

DONT's

  • Do not look like someone who doesn’t know what they are talking about
  • Don’t hesitate from asking them how they truly feel about your product
  • Avoid unnecessary negativity or slowness

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Near is

  • Relationship and product conviction matter equally, followed by a sense of achievement.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Near

  • If they are not convinced, they will say no though in a friendly way.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Near move?

  • If you earn their trust and they develop faith in the product, they can make decisions quickly.
  • Can Near take some risk or not?

  • If necessary, they will be ready to take risks.

You And Near

Personality Compatibility


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