Elijah Philpotts
About Elijah Philpotts
Elijah Philpotts is a Senior Machine Learning Scientist currently employed at Blue River Technology in Atlanta, Georgia. He has a diverse background in data science and machine learning, with previous roles at Honeywell, IllumiDesk, and Georgia Tech Research Institute.
Current Role at Blue River Technology
Elijah Philpotts serves as a Senior Machine Learning Scientist at Blue River Technology, a position he has held since 2021. His work focuses on developing machine learning models and algorithms that enhance agricultural technology. Based in Atlanta, Georgia, he contributes to projects aimed at improving crop management and precision agriculture.
Previous Experience at Honeywell
Prior to his current role, Elijah Philpotts worked at Honeywell in various capacities. He served as an Advanced Data Scientist and AI Engineering Focal for 11 months in 2019, followed by a position as Senior AI Scientist from 2018 to 2019 for one year. His roles involved leveraging data science and artificial intelligence to drive innovation within the company.
Educational Background
Elijah Philpotts earned a Bachelor’s degree in Finance from Columbus State University, where he studied from 2009 to 2012. He furthered his education at Georgia Institute of Technology, obtaining a Master of Computer Science with a focus on Interactive Intelligence from 2014 to 2016. This educational foundation supports his expertise in machine learning and data science.
Experience in Data Science and Engineering
Elijah Philpotts has a diverse background in data science and engineering. He worked as a Senior Data Scientist at IllumiDesk for six months in 2017 and as a Machine Learning Engineer Consultant at Taylor Communications Group from 2016 to 2017. Additionally, he held a position as Research Engineer at Georgia Tech Research Institute for four months in 2016, contributing to various research projects.
Teaching and Administrative Roles
In addition to his technical roles, Elijah Philpotts has experience in teaching and administration. He served as Head Teaching Assistant at Georgia Institute of Technology for seven months in 2016, where he supported educational initiatives. He also worked as a Financial Administrator at the same institution from 2013 to 2015, managing financial operations.