Melwin James Poovakottu

Melwin James Poovakottu is a seasoned data science professional with extensive experience in analytics, machine learning, and deep learning. Currently serving as the Director of Data Science at Pixalate since August 2019, Melwin is responsible for the Analytics product suite, significantly contributing to company revenue. Prior roles include serving as a Deep Learning and AI Advisor at Happy Highways and co-founding Joyryde Technologies while advising on deep learning algorithms. As a Senior Technology Analyst at ZS, Melwin was part of a team recognized with the BioIT-2016 Award for a groundbreaking Big Data platform. Melwin also developed Android games during a personal project and earned a notable “Employee recognition award” while at Panasonic Avionics Corporation. Educational qualifications include a Master’s in Information and Data Science from the University of California, Berkeley, and a Master’s in Engineering Management from UC Irvine, as well as a Bachelor’s in Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering from the University of Mumbai.