David Lacalle Castillo
About David Lacalle Castillo
David Lacalle Castillo serves as the City Leader of La Rioja and has a background in big data and machine learning engineering. He has held various roles in consulting and research, with experience at companies such as Inditex and SDG Group Iberia.
Current Role at Spain AI
David Lacalle Castillo serves as the City Leader of La Rioja at Spain AI, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he is responsible for leading initiatives related to artificial intelligence within the region, fostering collaboration among local stakeholders, and promoting the adoption of AI technologies.
Professional Experience at Inditex
David currently works as a Big Data & Machine Learning Engineer at Inditex, a position he has held since 2022. His responsibilities include developing and implementing data-driven solutions to enhance business operations and decision-making processes within the company.
Previous Roles in Consulting and Engineering
David has a diverse background in consulting and engineering. He worked at SDG Group Iberia in various roles, including Consultant and Big Data & Advanced Analytics Senior Consultant from 2021 to 2022. He also served as a Big Data & Machine Learning Engineer at Nunegal Consulting for five months in 2022, focusing on advanced analytics solutions.
Educational Background in Computer Engineering
David studied Computer Engineering at Universidad de La Rioja, where he earned his Engineering degree from 2016 to 2020. His academic background provided him with a solid foundation in computing principles and data analysis, which he has applied throughout his professional career.
Internship Experience at University of La Rioja
David gained valuable experience through internships at the University of La Rioja. He worked as a MEFP Researcher Intern and Data Scientist from 2019 to 2020, and previously as an intern in the Mathematics and Computing Department from 2018 to 2019. These roles contributed to his expertise in data science and machine learning.