Valentina Chaparro
About Valentina Chaparro
Valentina Chaparro is a Machine Learning Engineer I at Factored in Colombia, focusing on technology projects that address climate change and promote sustainability. She has a background in data science and has worked in various roles, including lecturer and research assistant, while actively supporting initiatives to close the gender gap in technology.
Work at Factored
Valentina Chaparro has been employed at Factored as a Machine Learning Engineer I since 2021. In this role, she focuses on leveraging technology to develop solutions that address climate change and promote sustainability. Her work involves applying machine learning techniques to various projects, contributing to the company's mission of integrating advanced technology with environmental initiatives.
Education and Expertise
Valentina Chaparro earned her degree in Mathematical Engineering from Universidad EAFIT, where she studied from 2014 to 2019. Her academic background provides a strong foundation in mathematics and engineering principles, which she applies in her current role as a Machine Learning Engineer. Additionally, she participated in the Factored Machine Learning Training Program, enhancing her skills in algorithmic coding, design patterns, and machine learning deployment techniques.
Background
Before joining Factored, Valentina Chaparro held several positions in the field of data science. She worked as a Data Scientist at Premex from 2019 to 2020 and at Grupodot from 2020 to 2021, both located in Medellín, Antioquia, Colombia. Earlier in her career, she served as a Lecturer at PROTEGE TU CORAZON from 2016 to 2017 in Antioquia, Colombia, where she shared her knowledge and expertise with students. Additionally, she gained international experience as a Research Assistant Intern at Fraunhofer IPA in Stuttgart, Germany, in 2018.
Commitment to Gender Equality in Technology
Valentina Chaparro is actively involved in initiatives aimed at closing the gender gap in technology. Her commitment to promoting diversity and inclusion within the tech industry reflects her dedication to creating a more equitable environment for women in STEM fields.