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If asked to guess the “Sexiest Job of the 21st Century,” what would you say?
One might envision a fashion assistant — cue the iconic The Devil Wears Prada makeover scene — a chef, actor or professional athlete. The list goes on, but chances are, data scientist is unlikely to be top of mind.
Yet, according to the Harvard Business Review, it takes the title.
In the 1990s, computer engineers and financial analysts were highly sought after, but today, it’s data scientists that have become the most coveted hire. And with tech companies grappling with vast amounts of data, the demand for these experts exceeds supply.
Data scientists are essential in harnessing big data’s potential through organization, pattern recognition and advising business leaders on how these insights can impact products, processes and decisions. At Medtelligent, this involves developing specialized software such as ALIS for assisted living companies.
Recently, Built In interviewed Machine Learning Engineer Carlos Muñoz Losa to delve into his role and what fuels his enthusiasm for work each day.
Medtelligent creates go-to software for assisted living companies.
What excites you about the work you’re doing, the technology you’re using or the problems you’re working to solve?
I love using technology to build solutions for predicting and forecasting, especially when it saves time and effort for clients. What I enjoy most is contributing to making the ALIS software more useful by providing meaningful solutions to important problems. Knowing I’m helping to do something good and honest, like creating software for those who care for our seniors, is very fulfilling. It’s rewarding to know our work helps frontline care staff focus on residents instead of technology bureaucracy.
What’s the coolest project you’ve worked on or are working on as a data scientist at your company? Why does this project stand out to you in particular?
We’re currently working on different projects, with a focus on a model that detects changes in residents’ health conditions and alerts about related risks, enhancing resident attention when needed. Another exciting project involves detecting and classifying scanned documents automatically, making it easier to digitize and file paperwork. This brings physical paper closer to computer usability for our customers and enhances software ease of use.
What do you love most about the culture on your team or the company as a whole?
The growth and hunger for learning are universal here. Everyone is curious and eager to learn more and share their findings. The environment is incredibly friendly — I felt integrated from day one. As the company grows, it brings a revitalizing energy to our team.
“The environment is incredibly friendly — I felt integrated from day one.”
Everyone is welcome to join any meeting, starting with monthly department meetings where we discuss the team’s most important concerns. These meetings begin with personal questions to provide insights and make the conversation more personal.
Another notable element is the accessibility of the company heads. Despite their busy schedules, they are very present in the office, and anyone can approach them to discuss any concerns.
