Fernando Lejarza

Fernando Lejarza is a Machine Learning Scientist II at Expedia Group with extensive experience in data science and engineering across multiple industries. Previous roles include Data Scientist positions at Meta and Dascena, and a Data Scientist role at Dell Technologies, where skills in statistical modeling, machine learning, and data analysis were applied. Fernando has also contributed to academic settings as a Graduate Research Assistant at the McKetta Department of Chemical Engineering at The University of Texas at Austin, focusing on optimization methods for systems engineering, alongside various teaching assistant roles. Educational qualifications include a PhD in Chemical Engineering from The University of Texas at Austin and a Bachelor's degree in Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering from Rice University.