Rémi Cura
About Rémi Cura
Rémi Cura is a Principal Data Scientist at Centaur Labs, where he has worked since 2023. He has extensive experience in data science and engineering, with previous roles at institutions such as MIT and IGN - French Mapping Agency.
Work at Centaur Labs
Rémi Cura currently serves as Principal Data Scientist at Centaur Labs in Boston, Massachusetts, a position he has held since 2023. His role encompasses data science, data engineering, and data architecture, focusing on simplifying components by building a backend for backends. Prior to this, he worked as a Senior Data Scientist at the same organization from 2021 to 2023. During his tenure, he addressed complex problems related to large-scale databases, which included managing 100 tables and 300 million rows.
Education and Expertise
Rémi Cura has an extensive educational background in information technology and geographic sciences. He achieved a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Sciences et Technologies de l'Information Géographique from Université Paris-Est Marne-la-Vallée between 2013 and 2016. He also holds an Engineer’s Degree in Information Technology and Computer Science from Télécom Paris, completed in 2012. His foundational education includes a CPGE PSI* in Mathematics, Physics, and Engineering Science from Lycée Saint-Louis.
Background
Before joining Centaur Labs, Rémi Cura accumulated diverse experience in various roles. He worked at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology as a Research Data Scientist and Postdoctoral Associate from 2018 to 2021. Earlier, he was a Ph.D. candidate and engineer at Thales and held a position as a Lidar Engineer at IGN - French Mapping Agency from 2012 to 2013. His career began at Telecom ParisTech as a Student Engineer, where he developed foundational skills in data science and engineering.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Rémi Cura has demonstrated a strong ability to solve complex data-related challenges. He has experience managing large-scale databases, focusing on performance, partitioning, filtering, and search functionalities. His hybrid role at Centaur Labs highlights his expertise in integrating data science with engineering principles. Additionally, he is a certified professional cabinet maker, showcasing his passion for building real-world objects through various crafts, including woodworking and blacksmithing.