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About Kaj

Senior technologist with a particular interest in how data and AI is used to empower vulnerable groups and individuals. I have a background in astrophysics, data science and software development.

I'm lucky enough to spend my days exploring the intersection of data, technology, and people—solving meaningful problems and building things that truly matter. But that's not the whole story. Alongside my professional work, I pursue projects born out of personal passions: from sharing the wonders of particle physics at festivals to creating art with artificial intelligence and experimenting with interactive lighting installations. Here’s a glimpse into some of the things currently inspiring me.

Social Impact

I work at the intersection of data, design, and public service — helping teams turn complex social challenges into practical, ethical, and impactful solutions. Whether it’s a national refugee platform built in a week, redesigning data systems for children’s social care, or delivering AI-supported tools for domestic abuse prevention, my focus is always on purpose-driven, privacy-first technology that serves people. My work spans government, charities, and global development — but the common thread is a commitment to outcomes over output, and to building systems that are not just smart, but human.

Science Outreach

For several years I've been part of The Big Bang Collective, bringing science to unexpected places—like music festivals across Europe, including WOMAD in the UK and Rototom Sunsplash in Spain. I help design and deliver engaging talks and hands-on workshops on everything from particle physics and quantum computing to artificial intelligence. Beyond festivals, I mentor student teams in projects like CanSat satellite challenges and regularly give public talks to demystify complex topics like quantum science. My goal is always the same: to inspire curiosity and make science accessible to everyone.

KajLights

I’ve always loved lights. Whether they are stars or stage lights. My dad was a lighting designer at the Central Theatre in Oslo, and I grew up around stage lights. I’ve always been fascinated by the way that light can be used to create a sense of space and atmosphere. One of my very first electronic projects was using the Z80PIO expansion chip with the ZX Spectrum to directly drive a set of LEDs for the Christmas Tree. Lately I’ve fallen in love with addressable LEDs and the Rasbperry Pico and all the fun things that you can do with them.

AI Art

I have always been fascinated by digital art and the way that technology can be used to create art. With the evolution of the 8-bit microprocessor and the games and demoscenes in the 80s and 90s, I was hooked. I've recently started to explore the use of AI to create art. I'm particularly interested in the use of GANs to mix styles and subjects. But this is of course not just linked to visual art, and the new generations of generative models open up for personalised and interactive art in a mixed medium.