Keith Shannon
About Keith Shannon
Keith Shannon is a Credit Risk Data Scientist with a strong background in mathematics and engineering. He has worked at institutions such as Carnegie Mellon University and The University of Texas at Austin, and currently leads credit model infrastructure development at Fynn in Brooklyn, New York.
Work at Fynn
Keith Shannon serves as a Credit Risk Data Scientist at Fynn, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he has led the development of credit model infrastructure, utilizing his expertise in data science and engineering. His work focuses on analyzing credit risk and delivering software solutions that support the company's financial operations. Fynn is based in Brooklyn, New York, where Shannon applies his strong mathematical background to enhance credit assessment processes.
Education and Expertise
Keith Shannon holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Applied Mathematics and a Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering from The University of Texas at Austin, where he studied from 2013 to 2018. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Science in Electrical and Computer Engineering from Carnegie Mellon University in 2019. His academic background provides a solid foundation in both mathematics and engineering, which he applies in his current role as a data scientist.
Background
Prior to his current position at Fynn, Keith Shannon worked at Dynetics, Inc. as an Electrical Engineer from 2020 to 2021. He also gained research experience as a Research Assistant at Carnegie Mellon University from 2018 to 2020. Earlier in his career, he was involved in research at The University of Texas at Austin, where he served as an Undergraduate Research Assistant and participated in the NSF Industry and University Cooperative Research Program from 2015 to 2016.
Achievements
In his role as a Credit Risk Data Scientist, Keith Shannon has been instrumental in leading the development of credit model infrastructure. His experience spans various roles, including engineering and research, where he has delivered software solutions for companies. His entrepreneurial interests are evident through his involvement in a startup, showcasing his commitment to innovation and application of his skills in real-world scenarios.