{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/688a459ac6d705dd3aea677c/68a6c77d73bf5b629859a13d?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Sebastian Clauss, VP Software at STARK","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/688a459ac6d705dd3aea677c/1755760373433-d727a537-5009-4122-9d6f-5cfdc5ce2be5.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>Behind the mission: Sebastian Clauss, VP Software at STARK</p><p><br></p><p>In this episode of The Tech Connect, Sebastian Clauss shares his journey from Air Force officer to leading software development for unmanned systems at Stark. With deep roots in aerospace and military technology, Sebastian reflects on the lessons learned from his service, the evolving defense market, and the importance of building purpose-driven teams in defense innovation.</p><p><br></p><p>Listeners will gain insight into: </p><p>✈️ Transitioning from military service to tech leadership</p><p>🧠 Decision-making under pressure and limited information</p><p>🤝 The power of teamwork and collaboration in defense</p><p>💻 Software development for unmanned systems</p><p>🚀 How innovation is reshaping the defense industry</p><p>🎯 Why purpose and ethics matter in defense technology</p><p>📈 Hiring principles and building resilient tech teams</p><p>🌍 The mission to strengthen European defense capabilities</p><p><br></p><p>Whether you're in tech, defense, or leadership, this episode offers a compelling look at how military experience translates into innovation—and why purpose must drive progress.</p>","author_name":"Techne Studios"}