Steve Peha

Steve Peha is a Project Manager II at Meta (formerly Facebook) based in Redmond, Washington.1 He has been in this role since July 2021, working in Meta's Reality Labs Research division.12

Professional Background

Steve has a diverse background spanning technology, education, and audio/music:

1. Current Role at Meta:

   • Works with audio signal processing and human hearing scientists on AR/VR and Metaverse technologies.1
   • Manages Agile teams in AR/VR research.1
   • Oversees audio-visual data collection projects for machine learning models.1

2. Previous Experience:

   • Extensive work in education technology for over 25 years before joining Meta.2
   • Served as a Product Owner for the Gates Foundation's Shared Learning Infrastructure.2
   • Founded Music Technology Associates in 1988, which was later acquired by Midisoft Corporation.2

3. Audio and Music Technology:

   • Began working with digital audio in 1985 as President of the Boston Computer Society's Music and Computers Group.2
   • Contributed to various music technology projects, including the MIDI v1.0 specification.2

Education and Expertise

Steve studied with notable poets and writers:

• Nobel Laureates Joseph Brodsky, Derek Walcott, and Seamus Heaney.1
• US National Poet Laureate Robert Pinsky.1

Contributions to Agile and Education

Steve has made significant contributions to the intersection of Agile methodologies and education:

• Published the first major article on using Agile methodologies in K-12 schooling in 2011.2
• Advocates for applying Agile practices in educational settings.3
• Emphasizes the importance of creating a safe environment for team members to contribute and ask questions, both in Agile teams and classrooms.3

Current Ventures

As of December 2023, Steve mentioned launching a new venture related to his long-standing interests, though specific details were not provided.4

Steve Peha's diverse background in technology, education, and audio, combined with his current role at Meta, positions him as a multifaceted professional with expertise in project management, Agile methodologies, and innovative applications of technology in various fields.