Pinch (YC W25)
Carlos Bentes is a skilled engineer and data scientist with extensive experience in artificial intelligence and software development. Currently serving as a Founding Engineer at Pinch since May 2025, Carlos previously held the position of Senior Data Scientist - Tech Lead at Bolt from September 2019 to April 2025. Prior roles include Data Scientist - Tech Lead at STACC, where Carlos focused on recommendation systems and AI products, and Data Scientist at STACC with responsibilities in machine learning project deployments. Earlier career highlights include a Research Assistant role at DLR, where Carlos improved ship detection in SAR images, and software development positions at Touch Tecnologia and Orbisat da Amazônia Ind e Aerolevantamento SA, emphasizing algorithm optimization and web application development. Carlos began a career in technology with an internship at Google, contributing to web search engine development. Carlos holds a Master's degree in Dynamic Navigation and Robotic Swarms and a Bachelor's degree in Electronic Engineering from Instituto Tecnológico de Aeronáutica.
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Pinch (YC W25)
Go global with video conferencing that delivers split-second audio translation, synchronized lip movements, and natural expressions, so you can conduct calls and webinars and seem like a native speaker. Whether you’re working with global teams, meeting new clients, connecting casually, or presenting to millions, Pinch eliminates language barriers and makes every interaction feel authentic and effortless. Everything works, in a Pinch!