Vincent Raymond, Ph.D.
About Vincent Raymond, Ph.D.
Vincent Raymond, Ph.D., is a Senior Data Scientist with extensive experience in data science and operations research. He holds a Ph.D. in Mathematics from Ecole Polytechnique de Montreal and has worked at various organizations, including JDA Software and Intact, where he has developed advanced algorithms for financial asset management and vehicle routing.
Work at Intact Financial Corporation
Vincent Raymond has been serving as a Senior Data Scientist at Intact Financial Corporation since 2018. In this role, he applies his expertise in data science to develop innovative solutions for financial asset management and optimization problems. His work involves utilizing advanced programming languages and tools to enhance data analysis and decision-making processes within the organization.
Education and Expertise
Vincent Raymond holds a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Mathematics from Ecole Polytechnique de Montreal, where he studied from 2004 to 2008. He also earned a Master of Science (MSc) in Operations Research from HEC Montréal, completing his studies from 2002 to 2004. His educational background provides a solid foundation for his work in data science and optimization.
Background in Research and Development
Before joining Intact Financial Corporation, Vincent Raymond worked at JDA Software in various capacities, including as an International R&D Scientist and Senior R&D Scientist from 2010 to 2018. His roles involved developing algorithms and solvers for complex problems, contributing significantly to the company's research initiatives in the field of data science.
Achievements in Data Science Projects
Vincent Raymond has developed several notable projects throughout his career. He created a new non-convex Mixed Integer Quadratically Constrained Programming (MIQCP) model for financial asset management using tools like Python and Gurobi. Additionally, he designed a vehicle routing solver for territorial mapping problems utilizing PostgreSQL and PostGIS, showcasing his ability to tackle complex optimization challenges.
Supervision and Mentorship
In addition to his professional work, Vincent Raymond supervises a master's student, guiding them in the application of data science techniques using Python, R, and scikit-learn. His mentorship reflects his commitment to fostering the next generation of data scientists and sharing his expertise in the field.