Fernando Nogueira, PhD
About Fernando Nogueira, PhD
Fernando Nogueira, PhD, is a Senior Data Scientist and Co-Founder at Maxia, where he has worked since 2019. He holds a PhD in Theoretical and Mathematical Physics from The University of British Columbia and has extensive experience in data science across various companies.
Work at ResQ
Fernando Nogueira serves as a Senior Data Scientist at ResQ, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he applies his extensive knowledge in data science to enhance product offerings and improve decision-making processes. His experience in data-driven environments allows him to contribute effectively to the company's objectives.
Education and Expertise
Fernando Nogueira holds a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Theoretical and Mathematical Physics from The University of British Columbia, where he studied from 2009 to 2014. He also earned a Master's Degree in Physics from Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais, completing his studies from 2007 to 2009, and a Bachelor's Degree in Physics from the same institution from 2004 to 2007. His academic background provides a strong foundation for his work in data science, particularly in business analytics and artificial intelligence.
Background
Fernando Nogueira has a diverse professional background in data science, having worked at various organizations. He began his career as a Research Assistant and Teaching Assistant at The University of British Columbia from 2009 to 2014. He then transitioned to industry roles, including positions as a Data Scientist at FreshBooks, theScore, Inc., and Shopify, before co-founding Maxia in 2019.
Contributions to Open Source Community
Fernando Nogueira actively contributes to the open source community by developing and contributing to libraries that serve practical purposes. His projects are available on GitHub, showcasing his commitment to sharing knowledge and tools that benefit other developers and data scientists.
Career Progression
Fernando Nogueira's career progression reflects a strong trajectory in data science. After his academic tenure, he worked as a Data Scientist at FreshBooks from 2014 to 2016, followed by a brief stint at theScore, Inc. He then served as a Senior Data Scientist at Shopify from 2019 to 2021, before taking on his current roles at Maxia and ResQ.