Rachel Costello
About Rachel Costello
Rachel Costello is a Software Engineer at Inscribe with a background in machine learning and natural language processing. She has worked in various roles across multiple industries, including insurance and finance, and has received several academic and professional awards.
Work at Inscribe
Rachel Costello currently serves as a Software Engineer at Inscribe, a role she has held since 2022. In this position, she is responsible for creating end-to-end data pipelines and automating processes using artificial intelligence in production. Her work focuses on improving technological processes, particularly in the insurance sector. Rachel's expertise in software engineering contributes to the development of innovative solutions that enhance operational efficiency.
Previous Experience
Prior to her role at Inscribe, Rachel Costello held several positions in the technology sector. She worked as a Machine Learning Engineer at Optum from 2019 to 2021, where she was part of the Fraud Team. Before that, she served as a Technology Development Program Associate at Optum from 2018 to 2019. Rachel also gained experience as an Associate Consultant at Solex Group Ltd for five months in 2021-2022 and completed a one-month internship at the ADAPT Centre in 2017.
Education and Expertise
Rachel Costello completed her Bachelor’s Degree at Trinity College Dublin, where she studied Computer Science, Linguistics, and French from 2014 to 2018. She also studied at Université Côte d'Azur for a year, focusing on Computer Science and Linguistics. Currently, she is enhancing her knowledge at Harvard Business School Online, studying Financial Accounting and Economics for Managers, and has been involved in Business Analytics since 2016. Her educational background supports her aim to advance in Natural Language Processing.
Achievements
Rachel Costello has received several accolades throughout her academic and professional career. She was awarded the Naughton Scholarship in 2014 and the Trinity College Entrance Award. At Optum, she received the Make IT Happen Award in 2019 for delivering high-quality solutions. Additionally, she was recognized with the Best Paper Award at the 9th IEEE International Conference on Cognitive Infocommunications, highlighting her contributions to the field.
Passion for Ethical Machine Learning
Rachel Costello is passionate about the ethical use of machine learning. She actively participates in discussions and initiatives that promote responsible AI practices. In 2024, she participated in an on-demand webinar focused on fraud risks, showcasing her commitment to addressing challenges in the technology landscape while advocating for ethical considerations in machine learning applications.