Luke Sonnet
About Luke Sonnet
Luke Sonnet is a Lead Data Scientist at GrowthBook, where he focuses on developing tools to improve experimentation processes. He has previously held positions at Facebook, Twitter, and J-PAL, and earned a PhD in Political Science from UCLA.
Current Role at GrowthBook
Luke Sonnet serves as the Lead Data Scientist at GrowthBook, a company that focuses on enhancing experimentation processes. He began this role in 2023 and has been instrumental in developing innovative tools that improve the speed and accuracy of experimentation. His work aims to make experimentation easier to learn from, contributing to the company's mission of advancing data-driven decision-making.
Previous Experience at Facebook
Luke Sonnet worked at Facebook in two capacities. He was a Research Scientist in Demography & Survey Science from 2020 to 2021, where he contributed to research initiatives in Menlo Park, California. Prior to this role, he was a Research Scientist Intern in the same department for two months in 2019. His experiences at Facebook provided him with a strong foundation in data analysis and research methodologies.
Professional Background in Data Science
Before joining GrowthBook, Luke Sonnet held the position of Senior Data Scientist in Experimentation Data Science at Twitter from 2021 to 2023. His role involved analyzing and improving experimentation strategies, further solidifying his expertise in data science. Additionally, he worked as a Replication Fellow at the Abdul Latif Jameel Poverty Action Lab (J-PAL) from 2018 to 2019, where he focused on research replication and evaluation.
Educational Qualifications
Luke Sonnet earned his Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Political Science from UCLA, completing his studies from 2013 to 2020. His academic background also includes a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Economics, Political Science, and History from the University of Pittsburgh, which he obtained from 2009 to 2012. His education has provided him with a robust understanding of social sciences and quantitative research methods.
Teaching Experience
Luke Sonnet has teaching experience as a Teaching Assistant at the University of California, Los Angeles. He held this position for three months in both 2016 and 2017, where he supported undergraduate courses and contributed to the academic development of students. This role enhanced his communication skills and ability to convey complex concepts effectively.