Alex Forbess, Ma, MSc
About Alex Forbess, Ma, MSc
Alex Forbess is a Senior Engineer at Sift, specializing in mentoring engineers and developing machine learning models. He holds a Master of Science in Global Media and Communication from The London School of Economics and has extensive experience in data science and analytics.
Work at Sift
Alex Forbess serves as a Senior Engineer at Sift, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he develops machine learning models for Sift's Dispute Management product. He also designs and deploys data pipelines that improve analytical and reporting capabilities across various teams within the organization. His expertise in SQL, Python, PySpark, and LookML allows him to mentor engineers, helping them enhance their coding skills.
Education and Expertise
Alex Forbess has a diverse educational background. He earned a Master of Science in Global Media and Communication from The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) between 2014 and 2017. He also holds a Bachelor’s degree in Journalism from the University of La Verne, which he completed from 2009 to 2013. Additionally, he obtained a Master of Arts in Global Communication from the University of Southern California in 2017.
Background
Prior to his current role at Sift, Alex Forbess worked in various positions that contributed to his expertise in data science and communication. He was a Data Scientist at Chargeback for two years, from 2021 to 2023, and held multiple roles at the same company, including Data Analyst and Content Strategist. He also gained experience as a Polis Editorial Intern at LSE and as a Radio and Broadcast Planner at BBC News.
Professional Experience
Alex Forbess has accumulated extensive professional experience in data science and engineering. He worked at Chargeback in various capacities from 2017 to 2021, including roles as a Content Strategist and Data Analyst. His brief tenure as a Data Scientist at Chargeback in 2021 lasted for one month before he transitioned to Sift. His work experience spans across different sectors, enhancing his analytical and technical skills.