Summary
Sarah Sachs is a recognized leader in AI engineering, currently heading AI modeling at Notion. She has been instrumental in rebuilding Notion's AI architecture to support advanced reasoning-based models, significantly improving performance and enabling scalable, enterprise-grade agentic workflows. Her work focuses on optimizing AI applications throughout their lifecycle, from initial testing to production monitoring, with a strong emphasis on rapid iteration and continuous evaluation. nitter+5
With extensive experience in machine learning and AI across prominent tech companies like Google, Robinhood, and Tome, Sarah has specialized in natural language processing and generative AI. She has led teams in developing and scaling ML infrastructure and products, demonstrating a deep understanding of the AI landscape and the challenges of building robust AI systems for large user bases. nitter+3
Sarah is a proponent of fostering an inclusive tech community, particularly for women in engineering. During her time at Robinhood, she was a key figure in the Women in Tech Employee Resource Group, working to create a supportive environment, advance careers, and promote inclusive hiring practices. medium+1
Academically, Sarah holds a B.S. in Applied Mathematics-Computer Science from Brown University, where she also served as a Research Assistant and Teaching Assistant for Machine Learning and Pattern Recognition courses. Her early research attracted media attention, highlighting her foundational contributions in the field. sarahmsachs+2
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Speed, Structure, and Smarts: The Notion AI Way
May 1, 2025An article detailing Notion's approach to integrating AI into their core product architecture, emphasizing model routing, rapid iteration through LLM-as-a-judge systems, and leveraging Notion's block-based structure for intelligent AI.
Meet Robinhood’s Women in Tech
March 1, 2022An article discussing the mission and initiatives of Robinhood's Women in Tech Employee Resource Group, focused on community, career advancement, and inclusive hiring.
How a chance encounter with the first lady helped me get over impostor syndrome
January 1, 2017A personal reflection on overcoming imposter syndrome, prompted by an interaction with Michelle Obama during a recruiting event.