Ben Youngs
About Ben Youngs
Ben Youngs serves as the Head of Solutions Engineering for the Public Sector at Scale AI, where he leads a team in developing AI and machine learning solutions for federal clients. With over 16 years of experience in both the government and technology sectors, he specializes in geospatial systems and analysis.
Work at ScaleAI
Ben Youngs serves as the Head of Solutions Engineering for the Public Sector at Scale AI since 2022. In this role, he leads a team of engineers and architects focused on designing and delivering AI and machine learning solutions tailored for federal customers. His position is based in the Washington DC-Baltimore Area and operates in a hybrid work environment.
Previous Experience
Prior to his current role, Ben Youngs held various positions in the tech and government sectors. He worked at In-Q-Tel as a Technology Architect from 2021 to 2022 and as a Member of Technical Staff from 2020 to 2021. His earlier experience includes roles at KEYW Corporation, where he served as a Geospatial Systems Analyst, Geospatial Integration Engineer, and Senior Systems Engineer/Architect between 2010 and 2016. Additionally, he worked at ESRI as a Database Analyst from 2007 to 2010.
Education and Expertise
Ben Youngs studied Geographic Information Systems at the State University of New York Cortland, earning a Bachelor of Science in GIS from 2001 to 2005. He furthered his education at the University at Buffalo, where he studied Geographic Information Systems and Transportation, pursuing a Master of Arts in Geography from 2005 to 2006. His expertise in geospatial systems and analysis is a key competency in his current role.
Industry Experience
With over 16 years of experience in both the government and tech sectors, Ben Youngs brings a unique perspective to solving complex problems. His passion lies in leveraging AI and machine learning to enhance federal government missions and capabilities. He is committed to continuous learning and exploring new technologies and trends in the AI/ML field.