Ep.39 - Robert Bruckmeier, BMW, McKinsey, Stanford: Combining quantum physics with AI

Robert Bruckmeier has over 20 years of experience at BMW, where he’s currently serving as General Manager of Computing and AI, my guest is an end-product-driven innovator at the intersection of software, automated driving, and artificial intelligence. His career spans an impressive range—from programming over 9,000 hours in languages like C++ and Python to earning a Ph.D. in laser and quantum physics from Stanford University. He has a global mindset, having lived in the U.S., Beijing, and Shanghai, and has a background in business technology from his time at McKinsey. As a thought leader in electronics and AI, he’s played a pivotal role in driving BMW’s strategy in automated driving and AI development. He also serves on the supervisory board at DFKI and the board of directors at ADRA, further cementing his influence in AI and advanced technologies.