Edward Dowling Email & Phone Number

United Kingdom

Menlo Park, Ca, Us

Generative AI is beginning to weave its way across all of Meta's products. In this role, I am responsible for supporting a team of engineers, designers, researchers and data scientists building Meta's internal developer platform for generative AI. The platform enables Meta's product teams to build generative AI features into their products responsibly and quickly, even without specialised AI experience.

Menlo Park, Ca, Us

Responsible for safety and privacy for Meta's text-based generative AI products, including Meta AI and AI personas. In this role, I led a large cross-Meta team across engineering, design, data science, policy and legal to implement an effective, comprehensive set of safety mitigations including scaled red-teaming, model-based detection and training, human review and escalation processes, and measurement frameworks. This resulted in a safe, responsible launch of Meta's first suite of consumer generative AI products across WhatsApp, Messenger and Instagram.

Menlo Park, Ca, Us

In this role, I was responsible for managing a team of product managers developing new ways for creators to connect and engage with their fans. My team has been responsible for multiple 0-to-1 bets, including Digital Collectibles (NFTs) and Gifts, a new way for fans to appreciate their favourite creators. As one of the first product hires for Instagram in London, I was also responsible for growing a high-performing, collaborative team from the ground-up, build a culture of craft and user-centric thinking.

Menlo Park, Ca, Us

In this role, I was one of the key product managers responsible for our safety efforts across Messenger and Instagram Direct, primarily focused on child safety, hate speech, harassment and inclusion. Working with a large team of engineers, designers, researchers, data scientists and policy experts, we built new products and optimised existing tools to make Messenger and Instagram safer and more inclusive, helping our users feel welcome, valued and in control. As the first product hire for Messenger in London, I was also responsible for growing the team from 0 to 50+, and developing a multi-year strategy and roadmap for the org.

London, Gb

I was responsible for building and scaling the Security team at TransferWise, ensuring our customers money and data was kept safe. I was also responsible for KYC product, focusing on Enhance Due Diligence. I led cross-functional efforts to mitigate the risk of high-risk businesses and customers, while still ensuring a convenient experience for all users.

Responsible for development of native iOS applications at Splittable and related backend infrastructure. Splittable is a web, iOS and Android app helping the world’s growing population of young renters manage their shared expenses. Founded in the Open Data Institute in 2014, Splittable is backed by some of the leading technology investors in Europe. The company is run by young property enthusiasts with a collective passion for improving the lives of householders. Find out more about the company at www.splittable.co.

Development of iOS and web projects, for a range of different startups. Responsible for development of apps from start to finish, from initial design through to submission and deployment.

Everything involved with founding a new company - programming, marketing, blog posting, paperwork, networking. Anything and everything that needs to be done.

Development of websites for artists and arts companies and small businesses. Development and design of several highly successful iOS applications.

Management, delivery and execution of production services for Orchestra Victoria, working in close partnership with Opera Australia, Victorian Opera, The Production Company and other organisations.

Creation and development of concept and business, development of design and consumer-facing look and feel, mobile application development

Walsh Bay, Nsw, Au

Tot Mom (2009/2010)- Director: Stephen SoderberghThe Threepenny Opera (2011) - Director: Michael Kantor

Over thirteen productions, including Don Giovanni, Xerxes, Baroque Triple Bill and The Magic Flute.