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Last update 31/08/25 Comments

Ran Nitskansky

Co-founder & CTO at Elefend Security

ML/AI Engineering Manager at PayPal

Israel

Professional Summary

Ran Nitskansky is a seasoned technology leader with extensive experience in machine learning and engineering management. Currently serving as a Machine Learning Engineering Manager at PayPal, he leads teams in developing advanced AI solutions. Previously, as Co-Founder & CTO at Elefend Security, he spearheaded the creation of a phone scam detection service and played a pivotal role in business strategy and fundraising. His career spans roles in data engineering and R&D leadership, with a strong foundation in computational neuroscience and physics.

Professional Experience

16y

Role Type

Engineering 10y+

Leadership 8y

Data & Research 2.5y

Industry

Aerospace, Defense & HLS 5.5y

Cyber Security 5y

Fintech & Insurtech 3.5y

Health Tech & Life Sciences 2y

Energy Tech 1y

Organization Type

Corporate / Enterprise 6y

Startup 5.5y

Military / Security 5.5y

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PayPal

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ML/AI Engineering Manager

Elefend

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