Sylvia Howland
About Sylvia Howland
Sylvia Howland is a Machine Learning Solutions Engineer at Cerebras Systems, where she has worked since 2023. She has a strong background in data science and machine learning, with previous roles at the Pacific Northwest National Laboratory and a Master's degree from UC San Diego.
Work at Cerebras Systems
Sylvia Howland serves as a Machine Learning Solutions Engineer at Cerebras Systems, a position she has held since 2023. Based in Kennewick, Washington, she works remotely to develop innovative machine learning solutions. Her role involves applying advanced machine learning techniques to address complex challenges in the field.
Previous Experience at Pacific Northwest National Laboratory
Before joining Cerebras Systems, Sylvia Howland worked at Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) for three years as an Intermediate Data Scientist from 2020 to 2023. Her tenure at PNNL also included various internships, where she contributed to machine learning research and development. She held roles such as Machine Learning Intern, Machine Learning Research Intern in both the Data Science Group and NMR Group, and Information Technology Intern.
Education and Expertise
Sylvia Howland earned her Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from Whitworth University, completing her studies from 2013 to 2017. She furthered her education by obtaining a Master's degree in Computer Science from the University of California, San Diego, from 2018 to 2020. Her academic background is complemented by her expertise in generative modeling and machine learning, particularly in evaluating tradeoffs between various models for materials science applications.
Community Engagement and Personal Interests
Outside her professional responsibilities, Sylvia Howland actively engages in community organizing to foster positive change. She pursues personal interests in reinforcement learning and deep learning for graphics. In her spare time, she enjoys cooking, baking, playing tabletop RPGs, and participating in fighting games.
Leadership Style
Sylvia Howland is recognized for her leadership style, which is characterized by candidness and compassion. She emphasizes the importance of morale in achieving productive outcomes, fostering a supportive environment for her colleagues.