Tomas Knap

Background

About Tomas Knap

I’m a strategic and impact-driven technology executive with 15+ years of experience leading engineering and R&D teams to deliver scalable, AI-powered platforms that transform data into actionable business insights. I help companies harness AI and LLMs to solve real problems — not just chase the hype — and avoid common pitfalls like hallucinations or lack of explainability. I bring 20+ years of software engineering experience, including deep expertise in complex systems and architectural transformation. I lead through coaching and mentoring, empowering individuals & teams and fostering ownership and accountability—essential for meaningful growth. As CTO of a semantic AI company: I led the design of future-ready architectures, aligned research with product strategy, and delivered innovations in LLMs and knowledge graphs — directly driving €1M+ in recurring revenue, enabling product scalability, and reducing cloud costs by 50%. I built and mentored multiple cross-functional engineering teams, fostering a culture of trust, collaboration, ownership, and innovation. I spearheaded the GraphRAG team, delivering building blocks for RAG applications that combine LLMs and knowledge graphs to provide grounded and explainable answers in conversational AI platforms. With a PhD in Computer Science and a career spanning LLMs, AI, knowledge graphs, cloud platforms, and enterprise architecture, I thrive at the intersection of deep tech and business value. I’m known for building strong engineering cultures and delivering results in complex, fast-paced environments that value transparency and honest feedback. I’m open to senior technology leadership roles in forward-looking tech companies or transformation-driven enterprises — where I can drive innovation, scale, and lasting impact.