Erika Sánchez Femat
About Erika Sánchez Femat
Erika Sánchez Femat serves as the Head of Data Science at TrackChain, where she has worked since 2021. She has a background in computer science and engineering, with experience in AI research and development, including collaborations with notable institutions like the Barcelona Supercomputing Center and CERN.
Current Role at TrackChain
Erika Sánchez Femat serves as the Head of Data Science at TrackChain, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she leads a team focused on data-driven solutions and advanced analytics. Her responsibilities include overseeing data science projects and ensuring the application of best practices in data management and analysis. She continues to work in Zacatecas, Mexico, contributing to the company's mission of leveraging data for innovative applications.
Previous Experience at TrackChain
Prior to her current role, Erika worked at TrackChain as a Data Scientist from 2020 to 2021. During her tenure, she engaged in various data science projects, collaborating with researchers and students on AI applied research initiatives. This experience laid the foundation for her advancement to Head of Data Science.
Educational Background
Erika holds a Master of Science in Data Science and Artificial Intelligence from Centro de Investigación e Innovación en Tecnologías de la Información y la Comunicación, completed in 2022. She also earned a Bachelor of Engineering in Computer Engineering from Instituto Politécnico Nacional in 2017. Additionally, she studied Mathematics and Computer Science at Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México in 2021, and completed a Computer Science program at Instituto Nacional de Astrofísica, Óptica y Electrónica in the same year.
Research and Development Projects
Erika has participated in AI applied research projects in collaboration with prestigious institutions such as CERN and the Barcelona Supercomputing Center. Her work has involved significant contributions to the field of data science, particularly in the development of applications for microbiological research. Notably, her thesis project focused on creating a standard counting method for bacterial colonies, which has implications for both technical and non-technical users.
Professional Experience in Software Engineering
Before her current roles, Erika gained extensive experience in software engineering. She worked as a Senior Software Engineer at Quarksoft from 2017 to 2018 and as a Senior Research Engineer at the Barcelona Supercomputing Center from 2019 to 2021. Additionally, she served as a GDG Manager at Google from 2010 to 2014, where she was involved in managing developer groups and fostering community engagement in technology.