Nicolas Grislain
About Nicolas Grislain
Nicolas Grislain is the Cofounder and Chief Science Officer at Sarus Technologies, where he leads scientific initiatives. He has a strong background in data science, quantitative finance, and technical leadership, with previous roles at Verizon Media, Oath, and Société Générale.
Work at Sarus Technologies
Nicolas Grislain serves as the Cofounder and Chief Scientific Officer (CSO) at Sarus Technologies, a position he has held since 2020. In this role, he leads scientific initiatives and technical teams, focusing on innovation in data science and research. His experience in entrepreneurship and technical leadership supports the company's objectives in developing advanced solutions. Grislain's background in dev ops further enhances his contributions to Sarus, enabling effective team management and project execution.
Previous Experience at Verizon Media
Before joining Sarus Technologies, Nicolas Grislain worked at Verizon Media as a Senior Director Data Scientist from 2018 to 2020. During his tenure in the Paris Area, he led a research team, applying his expertise in data science to drive projects and initiatives. His work at Verizon Media followed his role as General Manager at AlephD, which was acquired by Verizon Media in 2016.
Educational Background
Nicolas Grislain has a robust educational background in quantitative finance, economics, and mathematics. He completed a Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Mathematics and Computer Science at École normale supérieure de Lyon from 2000 to 2004. He furthered his studies with a Master of Engineering (MEng) in Quantitative Finance, Economics, and Statistics at ENSAE Paris from 2004 to 2006. Additionally, he earned a Master of Science (MSc) in Economics from Universitat Pompeu Fabra in 2003-2004 and another MSc in Optimization, Game-Theory, and Mathematical Economics from Pierre and Marie Curie University in 2002-2003.
Entrepreneurial Ventures
Nicolas Grislain has a history of entrepreneurial involvement, having co-founded AlephD in 2012, where he served as CSO until its acquisition by Verizon Media in 2016. He also founded Cinequant, where he worked for one year. His participation in the Y Combinator Winter 2022 batch with Sarus Technologies highlights his ongoing commitment to innovation and entrepreneurship in the tech sector.
Expertise in Data Science and Technical Leadership
Nicolas Grislain possesses extensive expertise in data science, applied mathematics, and software development. His skills enable him to lead technical teams effectively, driving research and innovation within his organizations. Grislain combines his knowledge of quantitative finance and economics with data science, positioning him as a leader in the field and enhancing the capabilities of Sarus Technologies.