Noha Al-Harthi, the manager for robotics and emerging technologies at NEOM since 2020, is at the forefront of developing state-of-the-art solutions in sectors such as robotics, human-machine interfaces, and computation. Her recent appointment to the NEOM executive committee further solidifies her role in shaping the future of technology within the organization.
Al-Harthi leads the charge in NEOM’s public safety department, crafting innovative technologies to support the organization’s grand vision, and positioning NEOM as a premier destination for technological advancement.
Her significant impact in the field has brought her national and global acclaim, highlighted by her receipt of the “Science and Technology Woman of the Year” accolade at the Arabian Business KSA Women Excellence Awards in 2022.
As the first Saudi female licensed to pilot drones, Al-Harthi’s achievements stand as a testament to her trailblazing and inspirational role in the tech world.
Committed to fostering female participation in technology, Al-Harthi is an influential figure in both global and regional women-in-tech efforts, promoting gender inclusivity and empowerment in the industry.
Her advocacy extends to community development, where she has initiated and endorsed educational STEM projects that benefit marginalized youth. Al-Harthi’s commitment to societal advancement underscores her belief in the transformative potential of technology to close societal divides and promote fairness.
Al-Harthi’s educational and professional path began at King Abdullah University of Science and Technology, where her passion for high-performance computing and artificial intelligence led her to obtain a master’s degree and a Ph.D. Her groundbreaking work earned her the distinction of being the first Middle Eastern university researcher to be honored with the German Gauss Center for Supercomputing Award in 2020.