Sebastian A.
About Sebastian A.
Sebastian A. is the Co-Founder and CTO of Valari, having previously worked as a Software Engineer at Relay Financial and a Full Stack Developer at IBM. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science with a focus on Artificial Intelligence from the University of Toronto.
Work at Valari
Sebastian A. serves as the Co-Founder and Chief Technology Officer (CTO) at Valari, a company that participated in Y Combinator's Winter 2022 batch. He has held this position since 2022, contributing to the company's technological direction and product development. His role involves overseeing the engineering team and ensuring the implementation of effective technology strategies that align with the company's goals.
Previous Experience at Relay Financial
Before joining Valari, Sebastian A. worked at Relay Financial as a Software Engineer from 2019 to 2022. During his three years in this role, he was based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. His responsibilities included developing software solutions and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance the company's financial technology offerings.
Experience at IBM
Sebastian A. was employed at IBM as a Full Stack Developer from 2017 to 2019. In this two-year position, he worked in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, where he contributed to various projects that required both front-end and back-end development skills. His experience at IBM helped him build a strong foundation in software development practices.
Educational Background
Sebastian A. earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree with a focus on Artificial Intelligence from the University of Toronto. He studied there from 2014 to 2018, completing a four-year program. This academic background equipped him with essential knowledge in computer science and artificial intelligence, which he applies in his professional career.
Early Career at iXperience CT
In 2016, Sebastian A. participated in a Data Science program at iXperience CT in Cape Town, South Africa. This experience lasted for one month and provided him with practical insights into data science methodologies and applications, further enriching his skill set in the technology field.
High School Education
Sebastian A. completed his high school education at Colegio Alberto Einstein, where he achieved the Full International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma. His studies spanned from 2001 to 2014, covering a comprehensive curriculum that prepared him for higher education and future academic pursuits.