Facebook Chief Technology Officer to Step Down in 2022 – The New York Times

Technology|Facebook Chief Technology Officer to Step Down in 2022https://www.nytimes.com/2021/09/22/technology/facebook-cto-step-down-mike-schroepfer.htmlMike Schroepfer, who leads the company’s artificial intelligence and other technical efforts, said he planned to transition into a role as a senior fellow.Mike Schroepfer, a 13-year veteran at Facebook, will step down as chief technology officer to focus on activities outside the company, he said.Credit…Peter Prato for The New York TimesSept. 22, 2021Updated 5:03 p.m. ETSAN FRANCISCO — Facebook said on Wednesday that Mike Schroepfer, the chief technology officer and a longtime executive, planned to step down from his position next year, in a rare change to the top ranks of the social network.Mr. Schroepfer, who has worked at Facebook for more than 13 years, plans to transition into a role as a senior fellow, which he said would allow him to focus on activities outside the company.“This is a difficult decision because of how much I love Facebook and how excited I am about the future we are building together,” Mr. Schroepfer said in a post on his personal Facebook page. He said he would spend more time with family and on personal philanthropic efforts while continuing to work on recruiting and developing technical talent for Facebook.1/ After 13 years…
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