Former Penguin Computing CEO joins AWS as Global head of advanced computing

Thierry Pellegrino, former CEO of Penguin Computing, has been named the global head of advanced computing at AWS. Pellegrino will lead high-performance computing, machine learning, IoT, and quantum computing efforts. Returning from a one-year sabbatical, he brings a wealth of experience from roles at Smart Global Holdings and Dell, where he spearheaded major AI and HPC projects. His appointment signals AWS’s growing focus on advanced computing technologies.