
Shannon Simiyu
Data Specialist at Mindrift
Data Science at alx
Kenya
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Data Specialist at Mindrift
I am a Python developer with expertise in AI model training, backend development, and machine learning. My experience includes evaluating AI responses for accuracy and quality, providing code solutions, and collaborating on feature development. Proficient in Python, Django, and tools like OpenCV, I've worked on projects ranging from optimizing power grid efficiency using metaheuristic algorithms to developing computer vision systems. My journey into software development began after graduating as an Electrical and Electronics Engineer, where I gained experience in automation systems and ladder programming logic before transitioning to Python and expanding my expertise into AI and machine learning technologies. A lifelong learner, I'm currently exploring front-end testing tools to broaden my technical expertise. With a passion for engineering and solving complex challenges, I'm eager to contribute to innovative AI projects and software.
Experience
Mindrift
Data Specialist
February 2024 - Present
Trained AI models by evaluating responses across key metrics, including accuracy, informativeness, and correctness.
Provided high-quality code solutions to address instances where models failed to generate accurate outputs.
Delivered prompt feedback to improve model performance and collaborated with team members to resolve project issues effectively.
Labeled and annotated AI datasets, ensuring compliance with project guidelines and maintaining data integrity.
Worked closely with team members to address ambiguities, enhancing project outcomes and upholding the highest standards of data quality.
Collaborated with multiple clients and researchers on successful AI projects, while also applying understanding of SQL and PostgreSQL.
Mindrift
Data Specialist
February 2024 - Present
Trained AI models by evaluating responses across key metrics, including accuracy, informativeness, and correctness.
Provided high-quality code solutions to address instances where models failed to generate accurate outputs.
Delivered prompt feedback to improve model performance and collaborated with team members to resolve project issues effectively.
Labeled and annotated AI datasets, ensuring compliance with project guidelines and maintaining data integrity.
Worked closely with team members to address ambiguities, enhancing project outcomes and upholding the highest standards of data quality.
Collaborated with multiple clients and researchers on successful AI projects.
ALX Africa
Data Science Apprentice
August 2023 - August 2024
Participated in an intensive 12-month Data Science Bootcamp focusing on data analysis, machine learning, and statistical modeling.
Completed projects, including building data pipelines, conducting exploratory data analysis (EDA), and developing machine learning models for real-world problem-solving.
Gained hands-on experience with tools and technologies such as Python, Pandas, NumPy, SQL, and visualization libraries like Matplotlib and Seaborn.
Demonstrated the ability to translate theoretical knowledge into practical applications by working on end-to-end data science workflows.
Cultivated strong communication, teamwork, and troubleshooting skills through collaborative projects and mentorship sessions.
ALX Africa
Data Science Apprentice
August 2023 - August 2024
Participated in an intensive 12-month Data Science Bootcamp focusing on data analysis, machine learning, and statistical modeling.
Completed projects, including building data pipelines and developing machine learning models for real-world problem-solving.
Gained hands-on experience with Python, Pandas, NumPy, SQL, and visualization libraries like Matplotlib and Seaborn.
Worked on end-to-end data science workflows.
Upwork
Software Developer
January 2023 - December 2023
Designed and developed custom features for web applications, ensuring user-friendly and efficient functionality.
Built tailored software systems for clients, including school management systems and CRM platforms.
Collaborated with clients to gather requirements, propose solutions, and deliver high-quality software tailored to their needs.
Debugged and optimized existing codebases, ensuring scalability, maintainability, and improved performance.
Integrated third-party APIs and tools to enhance application capabilities and streamline workflows.
Delivered documentation and training materials to assist clients in maintaining and scaling their software solutions.
Managed multiple projects simultaneously, maintaining clear communication and meeting deadlines consistently.
Leveraged data analytics skills to enhance software solutions, working with client datasets to develop features such as reporting dashboards and performance tracking tools.
Upwork
Software Developer
January 2023 - December 2023
Designed and developed custom features for web applications.
Built tailored software systems for clients, including school management systems and CRM platforms.
Collaborated with clients to gather requirements and deliver high-quality software.
Debugged and optimized existing codebases.
Education

Data Science
alx
Certificates & Badges
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Projects
Software Engineer
A project designed to perform CSV reconciliations by automatically analyzing uploaded internal system exports and provider statements. It identifies matching records, highlights discrepancies, flags duplicates, and detects missing transactions, all while generating detailed analysis and reports.
Languages
English
Skills
Python Developer
Full Stack JavaScript Developer
React