Microsoft Hires Meta's Jason Taylor to Strengthen AI Supercomputing
Microsoft Hires Meta's Jason Taylor to Strengthen AI Supercomputing
Microsoft has made a significant addition to its AI supercomputing team by hiring Jason Taylor, the former Vice President of Infrastructure at Meta. Taylor, who will take on the role of Corporate Vice President and Deputy CTO at Microsoft, will report directly to Microsoft's CTO, Kevin Scott. This strategic hire is part of Microsoft's broader efforts to advance its AI infrastructure and capabilities.
Taylor's career at Meta, which spanned over a decade, saw him lead numerous infrastructure projects, including AI, data, and privacy infrastructure. He was also a key figure in managing Meta's server budgets and chaired the Open Compute Project Foundation, promoting open-source designs in data centers from 2015 to 2017. His extensive experience in handling large-scale computing challenges positions him well to contribute to Microsoft's ambitious AI goals.
Microsoft's recent focus on AI supercomputing is highlighted by their plans to develop advanced systems capable of handling the growing demands of AI technologies. Kevin Scott mentioned that this work involves solving previously insurmountable problems, underscoring the complexity and ambition of their projects. Taylor's expertise is expected to be instrumental in pushing the boundaries of what Microsoft's AI systems can achieve.
This hiring move aligns with Microsoft's ongoing expansion in AI and data center capabilities. The company has been investing heavily in its AI infrastructure, including plans for a massive $100 billion AI data center project dubbed "Stargate." With Taylor on board, Microsoft aims to enhance its infrastructure to support the next generation of AI advancements and maintain its competitive edge in the technology sector.
