Assaf Asbag
Chief Technology and Product Officer
Herzliya,Israel
Summary
Value-driven technology executive with over 20 years of experience leading multidisciplinary teams across algorithms research, AI at scale, engineering, and product domains. Proven track record of translating complex technical challenges into scalable business outcomes. Deep expertise in data \ ML platforms, algorithmic innovation, and enterprise-grade product development. Known for fostering high-performance cultures, developing future leaders, and aligning technology with business strategy to unlock growth.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages
Work History
Chief Technology and Product Officer
aiOla
07.2024 - Current
- Driving innovation in speech and voice AI to revolutionize enterprise workflows and processes
- Leading all aspects of applied AI, research, architecture, technology, product and data strategy-shaping aiOla's platform to empower frontline teams through real-time, voice-powered applications
VP AI and Engineering
Playtika
01.2022 - 07.2024
- Led delivery of robust ML and big data powered solutions across multiple game studios and platforms
- Built and scaled a 100+ person organization spanning data science, engineering, data professionals, architects, ML \ data ops and product managers
- Delivered high-impact models for personalization, monetization, marketing and user engagement
Head of AI and Engineering, Sr. Director
Playtika
01.2021 - 01.2022
Director of Data Science & Engineering
Playtika
06.2018 - 01.2021
Machine Learning Team Manager
Applied Materials
10.2015 - 07.2018
- Managed ML teams developing computer vision and data analysis tools for semiconductor inspection systems
- Deep learning, SVM, RL, Random Forrest, Boosting
- Clustering, anomaly detection, active learning, etc.
Algorithm Developer
Applied Materials
06.2013 - 10.2015
- Led algorithm development for machine vision applications, improving yield and inspection accuracy
Application Engineer
Applied Materials
08.2011 - 05.2013
- Customer-facing technical expert for system integrations, training, and application development
Communications Officer, Paratroopers Elite Unit
IDF - Israel Defense Forces
11.2002 - 12.2006
- Graduated with honors from officer training
- Led elite communications teams in operational and instructional settings
Education
M.Sc. - Electrical and Computer Engineering, Machine Learning & Computer Vision
Ben-Gurion University of the Negev
01.2015 - 01.2017
B.Sc. - Electrical and Computer Engineering
Ben-Gurion University of the Negev
01.2008 - 01.2012
Skills
Executive Leadership
Research - Conversational AI, ASR, TTS, etc
AI & Machine Learning at Scale
Product Innovation
Timeline
Chief Technology and Product Officer
aiOla
07.2024 - Current
VP AI and Engineering
Playtika
01.2022 - 07.2024
Head of AI and Engineering, Sr. Director
Playtika
01.2021 - 01.2022
Director of Data Science & Engineering
Playtika
06.2018 - 01.2021
Machine Learning Team Manager
Applied Materials
10.2015 - 07.2018
M.Sc. - Electrical and Computer Engineering, Machine Learning & Computer Vision
Ben-Gurion University of the Negev
01.2015 - 01.2017
Algorithm Developer
Applied Materials
06.2013 - 10.2015
Application Engineer
Applied Materials
08.2011 - 05.2013
B.Sc. - Electrical and Computer Engineering
Ben-Gurion University of the Negev
01.2008 - 01.2012
Communications Officer, Paratroopers Elite Unit
IDF - Israel Defense Forces
11.2002 - 12.2006
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