David Erb Jeopardy Profile: Age, Job, Family, Stats, Tournament of Champions
Find out all the Jeopardy! results for David Erb, including games played, scores and competitors.
David Erb Jeopardy Contestant Profile
David Erb is a senior engineering leader with an extensive background in technology and innovation. He is currently the CEO of Good Thinking Games Ltd, based in Seattle, Washington. This company focuses on creating challenging puzzle games for mobile devices. Previously, Erb held significant roles at major tech companies including YouTube, Google, Facebook, and Microsoft. His professional journey has taken him from the United States to the United Kingdom and Switzerland, showcasing his ability to lead and innovate in diverse settings.
Erb earned a Bachelor’s degree in Astrophysics from Harvard University, with an emphasis on cosmology. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master’s Degree in Applied Mathematics from the University of Colorado Boulder, where he focused on numerical linear algebra. Over the years, Erb has been recognized for his contributions to the field with several awards, including the Primetime Emmy Engineering Award and the Microsoft Engineering Excellence Award. He is proficient in multiple languages, including German, French, and English, and holds patents related to cloud-based storage systems.
In addition to his professional accomplishments, David Erb has recently gained attention for his participation in the “Jeopardy! Tournament of Champions.” His hobbies and interests outside of work include astrophysics and puzzle designing, which have also played a role in his appearance on the popular game show.
| Name | David Erb |
| Location & Residence | Seattle, Washington, United States |
| Profession & Jobs | CEO at Good Thinking Games Ltd, former engineering director at major tech companies like YouTube and Facebook |
| Gender & Sex | Male |
| Age & Date of Birth | |
| Nationality & Ethnicity | American |
| Education & School | Harvard University (B.Sc. in Astrophysics), University of Colorado Boulder (M.Sc. in Applied Mathematics) |
| Relationships (Married/Dating/Sexuality) & Family | Married to Bonnie Garmus, has two adopted daughters from China |
| Biography & More Details | Extensive experience in software engineering and leadership, notable for contributions to complex problem-solving systems and innovation in technology. Awards and patents in engineering. |
Contestant Image Credit: Jeopardy Official Website
David Erb Jeopardy Results
| Returning Champion | Contestant | Contestant | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuesday, 28 January 2025 | Amy Hummel Milwaukee, Wisconsin ER Doctor Winning Score: $6,401 Round 2 Score: $6,600 Round 1 Score: $2,200 | Grant DeYoung Prescott, Arizona Delivery Driver Final Score: $399 Round 2 Score: $3,200 Round 1 Score: $2,800 | David Erb Seattle, Washington Puzzle Designer Final Score: $1,199 Round 2 Score: $7,200 Round 1 Score: $3,000 |
| Thursday, 26 September 2024 | David Erb Seattle, Washington Puzzle Designer 3 Day Winnings of $90,754 Final Score: $4,277 Round 2 Score: $4,400 Round 1 Score: $2,000 | Alex Michev Richmond, Virginia Attorney Final Score: $4,000 Round 2 Score: $16,000 Round 1 Score: $6,400 | Maddie Carwile New York, New York Healthcare Program Coordinator Winning Score: $11,700 Round 2 Score: $13,900 Round 1 Score: $5,200 |
| Wednesday, 25 September 2024 | David Erb Seattle, Washington Puzzle Designer 2 Day Winnings of $57,143 Winning Score: $33,611 Round 2 Score: $22,000 Round 1 Score: $2,600 | Drew Goins Honolulu, Hawai’i Journalist Final Score: $11,601 Round 2 Score: $16,800 Round 1 Score: $9,600 | Diane Lochner Nicolett, Minnesota Librarian Final Score: $4,400 Round 2 Score: $3,400 Round 1 Score: $3,000 |
| Tuesday, 24 September 2024 | David Erb Seattle, Washington Puzzle Designer 1 Day Winnings of $17,655 Winning Score: $39,488 Round 2 Score: $30,600 Round 1 Score: $5,800 | Rachael Crawley Toronto, Ontario, Canada Described Video Writer Final Score: $13,300 Round 2 Score: $10,800 Round 1 Score: $2,800 | Carter Scott Suwanee, Georgia Outdoor Guide & Educator Final Score: $3,000 Round 2 Score: $3,800 Round 1 Score: $5,400 |
| Monday, 23 September 2024 | Jen Feldman Brooklyn, New York High School Teacher 2 Day Winnings of $27,850 Final Score: $4,799 Round 2 Score: $8,800 Round 1 Score: $4,400 | David Erb Seattle, Washington Puzzle Designer Winning Score: $17,655 Round 2 Score: $30,000 Round 1 Score: $5,000 | Dana Schwartz Los Angeles, California Writer Final Score: $1,400 Round 2 Score: $6,400 Round 1 Score: $4,400 |