Soham De
About Soham De
Soham De is a Computational Data Scientist at ExxonMobil in Bengaluru, with a background in Chemical Engineering and experience in data analysis and mentorship.
Current Position at ExxonMobil
Soham De has been working as a Computational Data Scientist at ExxonMobil since 2020 in Bengaluru, Karnataka, India. He is part of the modeling center, where his work primarily focuses on computational data science. This role involves the application of data science methodologies and technologies to complex computational problems within the organization.
Previous Roles at IIT Bombay
Before joining ExxonMobil, Soham De held two positions at the Indian Institute of Technology, Bombay. From 2019 to 2020, he worked as a Mentor in the Institute Student Companion Programme, offering guidance and support to students. Concurrently, he served as a Data Analyst for 'Insight,' applying his data analysis skills towards institutional research activities in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India.
Internships and Early Career
Soham De also gained experience through various internships. In 2016, he had a brief internship at Indian Oil Corporation Limited in Haldia. Prior to this, he completed a Winter Trainee program at Indian Oil Petronas Pvt. Ltd. from 2015 to 2016. Additionally, he spent two months in 2015 as a Summer Research Intern at the Advanced Technology Development Centre (ATDC) at IIT Kharagpur. These roles provided early career exposure and practical experience in the field of chemical engineering and related sectors.
Educational Background in Chemical Engineering
Soham De holds advanced degrees in Chemical Engineering. He achieved a Master of Technology (MTech) from the Indian Institute of Technology, Bombay, where his studies focused on bioinformatics and machine learning, from 2018 to 2020. Prior to this, he completed a Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) in Chemical Engineering from Jadavpur University from 2013 to 2017. He also completed his earlier education at South Point, focusing on science from 1998 to 2013.
Personal Interests and Specializations
Apart from his professional career, Soham De has a variety of personal interests. He is passionate about quizzing, European history, politics, mythology, and travel. Soham is also an avid Dota 2 player. His specialization in bioinformatics and machine learning during his master's studies complements his professional expertise in computational data science.