Alex Vazquez, PhD
About Alex Vazquez, PhD
Alex Vazquez, PhD, is a Senior Product Engineer at Savvy Cooperative with extensive experience in data science and engineering. He holds a PhD in Biomedical Engineering from The Johns Hopkins University and has worked in various roles across notable institutions, including IBM and MIT.
Work at Savvy Cooperative
Alex Vazquez serves as a Senior Product Engineer at Savvy Cooperative, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he is involved in product engineering within the fintech industry, applying his extensive background in engineering and data science to develop innovative solutions. His work focuses on integrating technology with user needs to enhance product offerings.
Education and Expertise
Alex Vazquez earned his PhD in Biomedical Engineering from The Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, where he studied from 2008 to 2015. He also holds an S.B. in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, completed from 2004 to 2008. His educational background equips him with a strong foundation in both engineering and scientific principles.
Professional Background
Alex has a diverse professional background, having worked in various roles across multiple organizations. He began his career as an Undergraduate Researcher at MIT and later held positions at IBM, Kennedy Krieger Institute, and Quantified Care. He served as a Data Scientist and Senior Data Scientist at Technical Resources International, Inc. from 2016 to 2022, where he managed data science projects and contributed to significant initiatives.
Achievements in Data Science
Throughout his career, Alex has held various roles in data science, demonstrating his expertise in the field. At Technical Resources International, Inc., he progressed from Data Scientist to Senior Data Scientist and then to Data Science Project Manager. His work involved applying data-driven approaches to solve complex problems and improve organizational outcomes.
Interests and Contributions
Alex Vazquez has a keen interest in the intersection of decolonization, art, healing, technology, and worker-owner cooperatives. He actively seeks to apply his skills in ways that align with his personal values of creating a better world. Additionally, he has been self-employed as a musician, working as a music producer and songwriter since 2001, which reflects his passion for combining engineering and artistic expression.