Yash Kadadi

Yash Kadadi is currently an 8VC Fellow at the technology venture capital firm 8VC. He is pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science with a minor in Aeronautics and Astronautics at Stanford University, where he expects to complete his undergraduate degree in 2025. Additionally, Kadadi is enrolled in a Master of Science program in Computer Science at Stanford University with an expected graduation date in 2026, although he is currently on an academic leave of absence. Prior to accepting his current fellowship position, he held several specialized technical roles focused on software engineering, autonomous systems, and machine learning at prominent aerospace and defense organizations, including Anduril, SpaceX, and NASA. His professional and academic background centers on applying advanced artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies to solve complex challenges within modern aerospace and defense applications.