Guillem Palou Visa
About Guillem Palou Visa
Guillem Palou Visa is an accomplished Artificial Intelligence Researcher and Vice President at Two Sigma, where he has worked since 2023. He has extensive experience in data science and machine learning, having previously held positions at Palantir Technologies and earned multiple degrees in engineering and business.
Work at Two Sigma
Guillem Palou Visa has held multiple roles at Two Sigma, a quantitative investment management firm. He started as a Data Scientist from 2016 to 2020, contributing to data-driven decision-making processes in London, United Kingdom. Following this role, he transitioned to an Artificial Intelligence Researcher position, where he worked from 2020 to 2023. In 2023, he was promoted to Vice President, continuing his work in artificial intelligence research. His tenure at Two Sigma has spanned over seven years, focusing on leveraging AI technologies to enhance the firm's investment strategies.
Experience at Palantir Technologies
Guillem Palou Visa worked at Palantir Technologies, a company specializing in big data analytics. He served as a Forward Deployed Engineer from 2014 to 2015, where he was involved in deploying software solutions for clients. He then transitioned to a Machine Learning - Software Developer role, functioning as a Data Scientist from 2015 to 2016. His experience at Palantir Technologies contributed to his expertise in machine learning and software development.
Education and Expertise
Guillem Palou Visa holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Image Processing and Computer Vision from Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya, which he completed from 2009 to 2014. He also earned a Master's degree in Research and Information Technologies from the same institution. Additionally, he studied Business Studies at Universitat de Barcelona, obtaining a Diplomatura. His educational background is complemented by strong programming skills and expertise in algorithm design, image processing, and computer vision.
Academic Roles and Teaching Experience
Guillem Palou Visa served as a Lab Teaching Assistant in Image and Video Processing at Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya from 2012 to 2013. In this role, he assisted in educating students on practical applications of image processing techniques. His academic involvement reflects his commitment to sharing knowledge and fostering learning in the field of technology.
Educational Background
Guillem Palou Visa's educational journey includes a degree in Telecommunications Engineering from Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya, completed in 2009. He also participated in a Final Degree Project at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology in 2009. His foundational education began at Aula Escola Europea, where he completed his Batxillerat from 1991 to 2004. This diverse educational background has equipped him with a solid foundation in both technical and business disciplines.