Ed Walker

Ed Walker is the founder and CEO of Altitude AI, a robotics software company based in Salt Lake City, Utah.124 He is a Princeton University Computer Science graduate with an impressive background in robotics and software engineering.3

Professional Background

Career Highlights::

• Founder of Altitude AI, established in 20215
• Previously worked at notable tech companies including:
  • Waymo (Software Engineer, Perception)
  • Built Robotics
  • Google46

Academic Achievements::

• Princeton University Computer Science graduate
• Won Outstanding Princeton Thesis Award in Computer Science3
• Princeton Hackathon Open Source Prize Winner3

Robotics and AI Focus

Walker's company, Altitude AI, specializes in industrial robotics, particularly in food processing. The company's proprietary software, Altitude OS, uses advanced computer vision and sensor data to enable robotic arms to perform complex tasks with high precision.24 Their initial focus is on meat processing, solving labor shortages and increasing operational efficiency.24

Key Innovations::

• Multi-modal AI approach using imaging, video, force, 3D, 2D, and lidar sensors
• Ability to slice precision meat pieces and package deli meats autonomously4

Walker moved to Salt Lake City during the pandemic and was attracted by the city's strong technical talent pool and business-friendly environment.4