Ciaran O'reilly Ibañez
About Ciaran O'reilly Ibañez
Ciaran O'Reilly Ibañez is the Conversational AI Engineering Team Lead at Parloa, where he has worked since 2021. He has a diverse background in software and procurement engineering, with experience in the automotive industry and a strong academic foundation in computer science and industrial engineering.
Work at Parloa
Ciaran O'reilly Ibañez currently serves as the Conversational AI Engineering Team Lead at Parloa, a role he has held since 2021. In this position, he leads a team focused on implementing advanced Conversational AI technologies for automated phone systems. His work at Parloa builds on his previous experience as a Software Engineer at the same company from 2020 to 2021. This transition reflects his commitment to advancing technology in the field of conversational AI.
Education and Expertise
Ciaran O'reilly Ibañez has a strong academic foundation in both computer science and industrial engineering. He earned a Master's degree in Computer Science from Universitat Oberta de Catalunya from 2017 to 2018. Prior to that, he studied Industrial Engineering at Technische Universität Berlin from 2010 to 2011 and at Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya from 2006 to 2011. This diverse educational background supports his expertise in software engineering and procurement engineering.
Background
Ciaran O'reilly Ibañez has a varied professional background that includes roles in both the technology and automotive industries. He began his career as an intern in the English department at Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya from 2008 to 2010. He then transitioned to procurement engineering roles at SEAT, SA and Volkswagen AG, where he focused on powertrain components. His career took a significant turn when he moved into software engineering, culminating in his current leadership role in Conversational AI.
Previous Work Experience
Before joining Parloa, Ciaran O'reilly Ibañez worked as a Software Engineer at Future of Voice GmbH from 2018 to 2020 in Berlin. He also held a research assistant position at TU Berlin for five months in 2011. His experience in procurement engineering at Volkswagen AG from 2013 to 2017 and at SEAT, SA for three months in 2013 further highlights his diverse skill set, bridging both engineering disciplines and technology.
Career Transition to Technology
Ciaran O'reilly Ibañez's career reflects a notable transition from procurement engineering to software engineering. His initial roles in the automotive industry involved procurement engineering, focusing on powertrain components. However, he shifted towards technology and AI, which is evident in his positions at Future of Voice GmbH and Parloa. This transition underscores his adaptability and commitment to embracing advancements in technology.