Sandra Fernandez Martinez
About Sandra Fernandez Martinez
Sandra Fernandez Martinez serves as the Executive Product Director at Exscientia, where she has worked since 2022. She has extensive experience in product management and innovation in the health technology sector, having held various roles at notable companies such as BenevolentAI and McLaren Applied Technologies.
Current Role at Exscientia
Sandra Fernandez Martinez serves as the Executive Product Director at Exscientia, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she focuses on leading product strategy and development, particularly in the context of AI-driven drug discovery. Her responsibilities include overseeing product definition and market strategy, ensuring that Exscientia's offerings align with industry needs and technological advancements.
Previous Experience in Product Management
Before joining Exscientia, Sandra held several significant roles in product management. She worked at BenevolentAI as the Lead Product Manager for AI Drug Discovery from 2020 to 2021 and later as the Director of Product Innovation and Knowledge from 2021 to 2022. Additionally, she served as the Senior Health Product Manager at McLaren Applied Technologies from 2018 to 2020, where she contributed to the development of health technology solutions.
Educational Background in Electronics Engineering
Sandra studied at La Salle BCN, where she earned a degree in Electronics Engineering of Telecommunication from 2009 to 2013. This educational foundation provided her with a solid technical background, which she has applied throughout her career in various engineering and product management roles.
Technical Expertise and Focus Areas
Sandra has a strong focus on creating predictive modeling solutions utilizing machine learning technology. She possesses a proven track record in leading product definition and market strategy for complex hardware and machine learning SaaS solutions. Her expertise extends to helping businesses maximize product value and scalability on a global scale, particularly in the HealthTech sector.
Career Progression and Early Experience
Sandra's career began with an internship at La Salle BCN in the Electronic and Telecommunications department from 2011 to 2012. She then progressed through various roles, including Electronics Engineer at Applus+ IDIADA and R&D Project Manager & Electronics Engineer at McLaren Applied Technologies. Her diverse experience has contributed to her comprehensive understanding of product development and innovation.