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Leland Jobson
Computational Design & Product Management
Leland Jobson is the Product Director at Cityzenith, a Chicago-based startup that specializes in smart building and city platforms, notably the SmartWorld OS. This platform integrates various data sources, including GIS data and IoT device events, to create a comprehensive development environment for applications and visualizations.1
Jobson has a background in architecture, holding a Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch.) from Pratt Institute. His career spans over eight years, during which he has gained extensive experience in computational design, product management, and software engineering.4 Before assuming his current role at Cityzenith in 2020, he served as a Senior Product Manager within the same company.3
In his capacity as Product Director, Jobson has been instrumental in the design and execution of SmartWorld OS, working under tight budgets and timelines to deliver functional products that bridge the virtual and physical realms.1 His expertise also extends to developing applications across various sectors such as architecture, construction, and real estate.2