Santosh Balakrishnan
Engineer. Entrepreneur. I like to build with bits and atoms.
CEO | Data, AI & ML Executive | Biosensing Innovator | 30+ Patents
I am a full-stack data science, machine learning, and engineering executive with 18+ years experience delivering high-impact products in the medical devices and fitness industry. My career has been defined by a passion for building and leading cross-functional teams that turn complex data into actionable insights and world-class user experiences.What I bring to the table
Strategic Leadership: Most recently, as VP of Data, Science & Engineering at Kiddo Health, I led global teams across firmware, software, and ML to deliver a full-stack pediatric remote monitoring platform.Innovation & Research: During my tenure at Nike, I led the data science vision for advanced innovation, established AI/ML infrastructure, and led algorithm lifecycle for multiple wearable electronic products and consumer apps.Technical Depth: I specialize in the entire algorithm lifecycle - from signal processing and time-series analysis for wearable biosensors to deploying predictive models at scale in the cloud.Proven Intellectual Property: I am a co-inventor on over 30+ patents ranging from anesthesia monitoring to athletic performance.I thrive at the center of cross-disciplinary collaboration, bridging the gap between hardware, software, and human-centric data.Now building Nurtural AI - cognitive extension for parents.
Building to learn and Learning to Build
CelestialMoment - partially vibe-coded this app that helps you travel in time to capture a skyfie! - an astronomical artwork that shows the arrangement of stars and constellations at your chosen moment and location.Coming soon: iOS app to get more out of your Apple Watch health data.