About

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Hi, I’m Monica. A physicist and systems research engineer by training, my work now focuses on AI/machine learning and software engineering. Happiest when working at the edge of my abilities, my current interests include keeping up with advances in machine learning and AI safety. Ultimately, my goal as a technologist is to do work that promotes human flourishing.

My career has spanned engineering (internet software & medical industries), science & engineering research (academic & industry/startup), technical leadership, operations leadership & program management, tech entrepreneurship, plus a decade-long stint running local non-tech brick & mortar businesses alongside my primary technical career.

On a personal level, I thrive on challenges and am inspired by professionally brilliant colleagues who are also wonderful humans. Over the years, I’ve called Toronto, Ann Arbor, Paris, Vancouver, Amsterdam, and Oxford home. I love the outdoors and am privileged to now have the flexibility to spend most of my time in places with exceptionally stunning nature nearby.

I’m always happy to hear from kind folks! ♡ Socials + email on the landing page.

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Photographs © Monica Spisar 2024