Oscar Zarate

Oscar Zarate is a Data Scientist at Microsoft, currently holding the position of Data Scientist II since June 2022. He works within the Windows+Devices Data team, focusing on enhancing experimentation and causal inference capabilities for Windows products.12

Educational Background

Oscar has a robust academic foundation, having earned a PhD and MS in Statistics from Northwestern University and a Bachelor of Arts in Environmental Science and Public Policy from Harvard University. His education has equipped him with strong analytical skills applicable to data science and statistical analysis.2

Professional Experience

Before his current role at Microsoft, Oscar gained valuable experience through various positions:

• Data Scientist Intern at Microsoft (June 2018 - September 2018), where he developed tools for A/B testing in Windows experimentation.1
• Teaching Assistant at Northwestern University, where he facilitated undergraduate and graduate statistics courses.1
• Research Assistant at the Silent Spring Institute, focusing on environmental health research.1

Skills and Expertise

Oscar's expertise includes:

• Data Analysis
• Machine Learning
• Statistical Programming
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, R, and C++.1

His work emphasizes the intersection of data science and AI, particularly in experimental design and analysis within software development environments.

Current Location

Oscar is based in the Greater Seattle Area, contributing to Microsoft's innovative projects aimed at improving user experiences through data-driven insights.2