Juan C. Laria
About Juan C. Laria
Juan C. Laria is a Senior Data Scientist at TomTom with expertise in machine learning, deep learning, and large-scale data processing.
Company
Juan C. Laria is currently working at TomTom as a Senior Data Scientist. He has been with TomTom since 2021. The company, known for its navigation and mapping products, benefits from Juan’s extensive expertise in data science. His role primarily involves advanced data analytics and leveraging machine learning models to enhance TomTom's offerings. He is based in Madrid, Community of Madrid, Spain.
Professional Experience - Strands
Prior to his role at TomTom, Juan C. Laria worked at Strands as a Data Scientist for one year, from 2020 to 2021. Strands is a company specializing in financial technology solutions. During his tenure, he was involved in applying data science techniques to improve financial products and user experiences. This stint in Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain, helped him hone his skills in data analysis and machine learning.
Professional Experience - Universidad Carlos III de Madrid
Juan C. Laria also served as a Researcher PhD Student at Universidad Carlos III de Madrid from 2017 to 2020. During these three years, he engaged in various research projects focusing on statistics and data science. His research work contributed to his academic growth as he pursued his Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Statistics at the same university. His work in Leganés, Community of Madrid, Spain, laid a strong foundation for his career in data science.
Education and Expertise
Juan C. Laria holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Statistics from Universidad Carlos III de Madrid, obtained between 2017 and 2020. He also completed a Master's degree in Mathematical Engineering with a focus on Statistics at the same university from 2015 to 2017. Prior to his postgraduate studies, he earned a Licentiate degree in Mathematics from the University of Havana from 2011 to 2015. His education has equipped him with a robust understanding of statistical methods and mathematical principles.
Technical Skills
Juan C. Laria has significant expertise in deploying machine learning models using Docker and Kubernetes, ensuring scalable and efficient model deployment. He utilizes PySpark for large-scale data processing tasks, enabling him to handle vast datasets effectively. Additionally, he applies TensorFlow for deep learning projects, harnessing its capabilities for advanced machine learning applications. Juan possesses strong programming skills in Python, R, and C++, which underpin his proficiency in various data science and machine learning tasks.