Javier Diaz Montes
About Javier Diaz Montes
Javier Diaz Montes serves as the Vice President of Software Engineering at Two Sigma, where he has worked since 2021. He has a diverse background in academia and industry, with previous roles at Rutgers University, Indiana University, and UCLM, and research interests in the Internet of Things and edge computing.
Current Role at Two Sigma
Javier Diaz Montes serves as Vice President of Software Engineering at Two Sigma, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he oversees software engineering initiatives and contributes to the development of technology solutions within the organization. His extensive experience in software engineering and research informs his leadership in this capacity.
Previous Experience at Two Sigma
Prior to his current role, Javier worked at Two Sigma as a Software Engineer from 2017 to 2020. During this time, he was involved in various projects that leveraged his expertise in software development and engineering practices. His contributions during this period laid the groundwork for his advancement within the company.
Academic Background and Research
Javier Diaz Montes earned his PhD in Computer Science from Universidad de Castilla-La Mancha, where he studied from 2005 to 2010. He also holds a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science from the same institution, completed between 2000 and 2005. His academic pursuits included a focus on high performance computing, autonomic computing, and fault tolerance, which continue to influence his research interests.
Research and Academic Positions
Javier has held several academic positions, including Assistant Research Professor at Rutgers Discovery Informatics Institute from 2014 to 2017 and Research Associate from 2012 to 2014. He also served as a Post Doctoral Fellow at Indiana University from 2010 to 2012. His research experience includes work at various institutions, such as University of Reading and University of Nottingham, where he contributed as a Visiting Researcher.
Research Interests
Javier's research interests focus on the Internet of Things and edge computing. He has a strong background in high performance computing, which complements his expertise in autonomic computing and fault tolerance. These areas of interest guide his contributions to both academic research and practical applications in the field of software engineering.