Meet the team: Jonas Röst - A data scientist with a passion for AI and problem solving
We’re excited to welcome Jonas Röst to Algorithma! Jonas’s journey to AI was guided by his long-standing love of mathematics, which initially drew him toward engineering. Unsure at first which field to pursue, he eventually chose Industrial Engineering and Management at Chalmers University of Technology. During his bachelor’s studies, he discovered coding, which blended perfectly with his interest in math and problem-solving. This realization led him to pursue a Master’s in Data Science and AI, a decision that set the foundation for his role at Algorithma.
Jonas’s interest in AI has been growing since high school, and a moment that really stood out was watching the documentary about Google DeepMind’s AlphaGo. Seeing AI accomplish something as complex as mastering Go—a game long considered out of reach for machines—opened his eyes to the field’s vast possibilities and sparked his ambition to be part of its future development.
One project Jonas is especially proud of is his bachelor’s thesis on AI applications in Swedish “fondrobotar” (investment funds), co-authored with five other students. The project won two awards and highlighted just how much potential remains untapped in AI, especially in finance. Working with a group on this project taught Jonas a lot about teamwork and balancing different perspectives, making it a valuable learning experience.
In such a fast-changing field, Jonas stays curious by following curated mailing lists and listening to podcasts, which help him focus on topics that spark his interest without getting overwhelmed. Outside of work, Jonas brings a team spirit gained from years of playing football, valuing the satisfaction that comes from problem-solving together. He’s excited to foster that collaborative atmosphere at Algorithma.
“Having played football the majority of my life, I've always valued teamwork and the satisfaction that comes from solving problems with others. I’m excited to bring that same team spirit to Algorithma, where I hope to help maintain an environment where collaboration is at the heart of everything we do.“
-Jonas Röst
Outside of work, Jonas stays active with sports and snowboarding, and his latest obsession is surfing—a passion he picked up during an exchange semester in Lisbon. Back at home, he also enjoys experimenting with new recipes in the kitchen.
Looking to the future, Jonas is eager to broaden his skill set by working on a range of projects and learning from his Algorithma colleagues. He sees AI as full of unturned stones and is ready to explore as many as he can. We’re thrilled to have Jonas on board and look forward to seeing the new perspective and energy he brings to the team!
