Finn Howell
About Finn Howell
Finn Howell is a Tech Lead in Machine Learning at Robust Intelligence, with a background in software engineering and machine learning. He has previously held positions at One Medical and the Cognitive Neuroscience Research Lab, and he studied Cognitive Science and Computer Science at UC Berkeley.
Current Role at Robust Intelligence
Finn Howell currently holds the position of Tech Lead, Machine Learning at Robust Intelligence, a role he has occupied since 2023. His responsibilities include overseeing machine learning projects and leading a team of engineers. Prior to this, he served as Engineering Manager for Machine Learning at the same company from 2022 to 2023. His experience in this role contributes to the advancement of machine learning initiatives within the organization.
Previous Experience at One Medical
Finn Howell has extensive experience at One Medical, where he worked for a total of five years in various capacities. He started as a Software Engineering Intern in 2016 for three months, then progressed to Software Engineer from 2017 to 2020. He later advanced to the position of Senior Software Engineer, Machine Learning, serving from 2020 to 2022. His roles involved developing software solutions and implementing machine learning techniques to enhance healthcare services.
Experience at Cognitive Neuroscience Research Lab
Finn Howell worked at the Cognitive Neuroscience Research Lab at UC Berkeley in two roles. He began as a Lab Assistant for The Beauty and Joy of Computing program in 2014 for four months. He then served as a Research Assistant from 2015 to 2016 for one year. His time at the lab provided him with foundational experience in research methodologies and cognitive science.
Educational Background
Finn Howell has a solid educational foundation in cognitive science and artificial intelligence. He earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Cognitive Science and Computer Science from the University of California, Berkeley, from 2013 to 2017. He furthered his studies at the University of Oxford, focusing on Philosophy and AI Ethics in 2016 for eleven months. This combination of education supports his expertise in machine learning and ethical considerations in technology.
High School Education
Finn Howell completed his high school education at Martha's Vineyard Regional High School from 2009 to 2013. This foundational education prepared him for his subsequent studies in cognitive science and computer science, setting the stage for his career in technology and machine learning.