Experience
My professional journey in AI/ML, data science, and software engineering across leading technology companies and research institutions.
Work Experience
AI and Automation Intern
I recently returned to Bendix as an AI and Automation Intern. I'll share specifics on this work here as the internship progresses.
Project Manager/Scrum Master
Led a cross-functional Agile team to deliver a GLIMS-integrated machine utilization and inventory management system, supporting 100+ weathering machines and 35K+ samples annually.
- Led a cross-functional Agile team to deliver a GLIMS-integrated machine utilization and inventory management system, supporting 100+ weathering machines and 35K+ samples annually, enabling data-driven lab planning and throughput optimization and reducing lab downtime
- Drove development of a SQL + Python backend and interactive dashboard to automate machine allocation and forecast consumable demand using runtime and lifecycle data, reducing manual workflows and inventory risk
Technologies Used
AI Co-op
Driving AI-powered automation projects focused on intelligent document processing, LLM-based analytics, and workflow integration using tools like Power Automate, Power Apps, and Python. Projects include email-to-database pipelines, web scraping with real-time summarization, and interactive dashboard development.
- Developed predictive maintenance models by applying machine learning to industrial sensor data and SAP systems
- Built interactive dashboards to support failure analysis, enabling cost-effective maintenance strategies
- Designed a web-scraping system using Selenium and BeautifulSoup to extract brake-related news from industry sources
- Integrated Ollama for LLM-based summarization of scraped content and deployed results via interactive Python dashboards
- Built an end-to-end automation pipeline using Power Automate to parse incoming emails, extract structured data using AI, store it in SQL Server, trigger approvals via a Power Apps interface, and sync validated data to Excel and SAP
Technologies Used
Binary Security Research Assistant
Conducted research focusing on binary hardening and vulnerability mitigation, working with cutting-edge tools to identify and patch security vulnerabilities.
- Performed binary exploitation and vulnerability mitigation using Ghidra, Patcherex2, and Dockerized PHP environments
- Identified and patched CVEs through manual reverse engineering, static and dynamic analysis
- Conducted heap overflow diagnostics and root-cause tracing
- Reproduced exploits on 32-bit and 64-bit architectures
- Leveraged AddressSanitizer and GDB for comprehensive vulnerability analysis
- Implemented source-level fixes with secure memory allocation strategies
Technologies Used
Teaching Assistant - CS 193: Tools
Mentored and guided first-year computer science students in fundamental programming tools and concepts.
- Conducted Practical Study Observations (PSO) sessions for 900 first-year CS students
- Provided instructions on Unix/Linux commands, terminal navigation and GitHub
- Graded assignments and engaged with students on Ed Discussion platform
- Clarified complex topics and enhanced learning outcomes through one-on-one support
Technologies Used
Data Scientist
Worked on an innovative agricultural AI project utilizing drone technology and artificial intelligence to revolutionize farming practices.
- Developed data models using Python and PostgreSQL to track weed types, herbicide usage, and historical weather data
- Designed a Tableau dashboard to visualize weed distribution and optimize herbicide application
- Collaborated with team to improve weed detection models, enhancing accuracy and reducing environmental impact
Technologies Used
Data Scientist
Developed and optimized advanced forecasting models for mix forecasting and demand prediction, working on 2-stage hierarchical systems that significantly improved accuracy across multiple product levels.
- Developed, implemented, and optimized predictive models (XG-Boost & RandomForest) using advanced data processing
- Achieved a forecasting accuracy of 90% at the platform level and 70% at the product level (PLID)
- Drove development of a 2-stage hierarchical demand forecasting model
- Improved accuracy with a combination of multivariate and univariate ML algorithms
- Showcased results in a dynamic Python-based dashboard
Technologies Used
Education
Purdue University
Bachelor of Science, Computer Science
🏆 Dean's List and Semester Honors
Certificate in Applications in Data Science
Relevant Coursework
Purdue University
Bachelor of Science, Business Analytics & Information Management
Certificate in Entrepreneurship and Innovation