Bobby Murphy is an American entrepreneur best known as the co-founder of the social media platform Snapchat. Born on July 19, 1988, in Berkeley, California, he studied at Stanford University, where he earned a degree in mathematical and computational science. Along with Evan Spiegel, he launched Snapchat in 2011, which quickly gained popularity for its unique disappearing messages feature. As of 2023, Murphy serves as the Chief Technology Officer of Snap Inc., the parent company of Snapchat. Under his leadership, the platform has expanded its features, including augmented reality filters and stories, making it a significant player in the social media landscape.