Ilko Masaldzhiyski
About Ilko Masaldzhiyski
Ilko Masaldzhiyski serves as the VP of Data Science at Xeneta, where he focuses on transforming data into strategic assets that enhance growth and innovation. He has a diverse background in engineering and data science, with previous roles at Xeneta and EVN Elektrorazpredelenie.
Current Role at Xeneta
Ilko Masaldzhiyski serves as the Vice President of Data Science at Xeneta, a position he has held since 2024. In this role, he focuses on transforming data into strategic assets that drive growth, efficiency, and innovation. He leads a team responsible for building secure and scalable data infrastructure, facilitating organizational changes, and creating an effective working environment as part of the middle-management group.
Previous Experience at Xeneta
Before his current role, Ilko Masaldzhiyski worked at Xeneta as the Director of Data Science from 2021 to 2024. He initially joined the company in 2021 as the Data Science Team Lead, where he contributed to various data-driven projects for five months. His tenure at Xeneta has been marked by a focus on enhancing data capabilities and driving strategic initiatives.
Professional Background in Bulgaria
Ilko Masaldzhiyski has a diverse professional background in Bulgaria. He worked at EVN Elektrorazpredelenie in various roles, including as a Data Processing Specialist from 2013 to 2016, a Maintenance Engineer of Remote Reading Systems and Meter Data Management Systems from 2017 to 2018, and an Internship Trainee in 2013. Additionally, he served as a Vendor Consultant at Comet Electronics from 2010 to 2012.
Educational Qualifications
Ilko Masaldzhiyski holds multiple degrees from the Technical University of Sofia. He achieved a Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical and Electronics Engineering and Industrial Engineering, both completed between 2009 and 2013. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Engineering in Automation Information and Control Systems from 2013 to 2015. His foundational education includes a High School diploma in Telecommunications Technology from the Technical School for Electronics in Plovdiv, completed from 2004 to 2009.