Dmitry Villevald
About Dmitry Villevald
Dmitry Villevald serves as the Head of Compliance TPM, Entity Matching Models at UBS, bringing extensive experience in machine learning and data science from his previous roles at Discover Financial Services and Ronin Capital. He holds multiple advanced degrees, including an MBA and master's degrees in Computer Science and Physics, and has a strong interest in applying machine learning to autonomous driving and robotics.
Current Role at UBS
Dmitry Villevald serves as the Head of Compliance TPM, Entity Matching Models at UBS. He has held this position since 2021, working in Chicago, Illinois. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing compliance processes related to entity matching models, ensuring that the organization adheres to regulatory standards and best practices.
Previous Experience at Discover Financial Services
Before joining UBS, Dmitry worked at Discover Financial Services as a Senior Manager in Machine Learning and Data Science. His tenure lasted from 2014 to 2021, during which he contributed to various projects focused on data science applications. His experience in this role helped him develop a strong foundation in machine learning techniques and their practical applications.
Educational Background and Qualifications
Dmitry Villevald has an extensive educational background. He achieved a Master's degree in Computer Science from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. Additionally, he earned an M.B.A. from Vanderbilt University's Owen Graduate School of Management. He is also a CFA Charterholder, having studied at the CFA Institute from 2008 to 2014. Furthermore, he completed several nanodegrees at Udacity, including in Machine Learning, Computer Vision, and Sensor Fusion.
Technical Skills and Expertise
Dmitry possesses a broad set of technical and managerial skills. His expertise includes machine learning, data science, and software engineering. He has a passion for applying machine learning techniques to autonomous driving and robotics. His experience spans both startup and corporate environments, where he has built data products and led cross-functional teams.
Career at Ronin Capital
Prior to his role at Discover Financial Services, Dmitry worked as a Quantitative Research Analyst at Ronin Capital from 2005 to 2014. During his nine years at the firm in Chicago, he focused on quantitative analysis and contributed to the development of trading strategies.