Stephen Odea

About Stephen Odea

I’m an engineering and product leader with a consistent track-record of productizing and monetizing breakthrough innovations. I\'ve successfully owned the definition, development and delivery of complex new software and hardware products. In both technical leadership and product ownership roles, I have proven my ability to lead and scale cross-functional organizations to deliver outstanding results by driving alignment, fostering accountability, and creating a high-trust environment that enables success. I have excellent communication and collaboration skills, with a demonstrated ability to lead global teams. My specialties include General Management, P&L Ownership, Software Development Leadership, Engineering Leadership, Product Management, Program Management, Roadmapping, Engineering Management, Consumer Robotics, Consumer Electronics, Augmented Reality, Mixed Reality, Defense, Commercial Product Development, and Innovative Technology R&D.

Experience

1. Chief Operating Officer

   Apptronik

   Aug 2025 — Present · Austin, TX, US

   Doing my part to help build the Good Robot - a safe, reliable, general-purpose humanoid in service of humanity. Working everyday on one of the coolest, most innovative technology challenges in the world!In my role as COO, I am responsible for all of our technology development, engineering and product development, data collection, manufacturing, service and deployment, and day-to-day company operations.

Education

• Questrom School of Business, Boston University

  Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Concentration in Strategy and Business Analysis

• Worcester Polytechnic Institute

  Bachelor’s Degree, Computer Engineering