Giedrius B.
About Giedrius B.
Giedrius B. is a Data Scientist in the Experimentation Team at Vinted, with a background in data science and economics. He has held various roles in academia and industry, including Lead Data Scientist at SameSystem and Lecturer at multiple universities.
Current Role at Vinted
Giedrius B. currently serves as a Data Scientist in the Experimentation Team at Vinted, a role he has held since 2022. His work involves applying data science methodologies to enhance user experience and optimize product offerings. Vinted is a leading online marketplace for second-hand clothing, and Giedrius contributes to the company's data-driven decision-making processes.
Previous Experience at SameSystem
Before joining Vinted, Giedrius worked at SameSystem - Workforce Solutions for retail and foodservice. He held the position of Lead Data Scientist from 2020 to 2022, where he led a team of senior data scientists and data engineers. His focus was on developing and deploying predictive models tailored for the retail sector. He also served as Data Science Chapter Lead for a year, further solidifying his leadership in data science initiatives.
Academic Background and Research
Giedrius holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Economics from the University of Washington, where he focused on the economics of the life course. He also earned a Master of Arts (M.A.) from Central European University, with a thesis on labor reallocation productivity. His academic career includes lecturing positions at Vilnius University and ISM University of Management and Economics, where he taught subjects related to data science and machine learning.
Expertise in Data Science
Giedrius has a strong interest in machine learning and artificial intelligence, particularly in areas such as explainability, time-series forecasting, and anomaly detection. He has practical experience in empirical research in Labor Economics and Econometrics, focusing on the causal effects of lifecycle events and labor market policies. His technical skills are complemented by his training in practical deep learning, which he pursued at fast.ai.
Community Involvement
In addition to his professional roles, Giedrius has been involved with 11MEN / GENTYS as a Community Development Facilitator since 2021. This position allows him to engage with community initiatives and contribute to local development efforts. His commitment to community service is evident in his various roles that blend data science with social impact.