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  • $50 hourly
    I am a software architect specializing in optimization, AI and machine learning applications, and high performance graphics. My background is in high performance computing, and I have a PhD in applied mathematics. I have spent the last decade building high performance applications designed to run on hardware ranging from mobile devices all the way up to the most powerful computers in the world. I have contributed successfully to projects in the fields of AI and machine learning, physical simulation, computational finance, and game development. If your team needs a flexible and highly experienced technical professional, I would love to contribute my skills to your project. Following are some additional qualifications: - 10+ years experience with C++, Unity (C#, URP, ShaderGraph), Adobe Photoshop, and git - Solid foundations in computer architecture, optimization, machine learning, and AI - Experienced with the various needs of small teams such as: * Working effectively when resources are scarce * Learning new technologies on the fly * Designing for both performance and efficiency * Collaborating and communicating effectively - Punctual, flexible, and effective at communicating - Very easy to work with
    Featured Skill Machine Learning
    Graphics Programming
    Deep Learning
    Artificial Intelligence
    Mathematical Modeling
    Git
    GPU
    Game Design
    Game Development
    Adobe Photoshop
    Unity
    Linux
    Performance Optimization
    Python
  • $45 hourly
    I’m an accomplished Data Scientist and Programmer with a proven track record in both the public and private sectors. I’ve successfully led innovative, high-impact projects at industry giants like Apple and government institutions like the City and County of San Francisco, where my work has directly led to over $300 million in savings. My core skills include: • Programming Languages: Python, R, SQL, LaTeX, HTML, CSS • Data Analysis & Visualization: Power BI, Tableau, Excel, JMP, MiniTab, MS Access • Project Management Tools: MS Project, Trello, Wrike, OmniPlan, OmniFocus With expertise in data analytics, automation, and business intelligence, I have a unique ability to turn complex data into actionable insights, driving tangible results. My approach is always rooted in efficiency and innovation, whether it’s building automated scripts that cut down manual work by 95% or developing dashboards that improve transparency and decision-making. I’m passionate about leveraging data to solve real-world challenges and optimizing business processes. If you’re looking for a reliable, results-oriented professional who can deliver data-driven solutions, I’d love to collaborate and help your business succeed.
    Featured Skill Machine Learning
    RStudio
    Data Cleaning
    Tableau
    Microsoft Power BI Data Visualization
    Microsoft Power BI
    R
    Python
    SQL Programming
    Conduct Research
    Academic Research
    Dashboard
    Data Visualization
    Data Science
    Data Analysis
  • $45 hourly
    I am a researcher currently working part-time on a musicology project for microtonal music. I am open to freelance academic and creative writing and proofreading jobs. I have two PhDs in math and music. Having both science and humanities background has given me a broad perspective, and I am excited to bring whatever I know to your projects and learn about new arenas.
    Featured Skill Machine Learning
    Mathematics
    Business Mathematics
    Music
    Linear Regression
    Mathematics Tutoring
    Supervised Learning
    Academic Writing
    MATLAB
    Proofreading
    English
  • $35 hourly
    Experienced Software Developer dedicated to constantly improving tools and infrastructure to maximize productivity, minimize system downtime and quickly respond to the changing needs of business. Highlights: . Python, C++, C . Windows Server . Client communication . VMware . Networking . SQL
    Featured Skill Machine Learning
    API
    Data Entry
    Python
    Data Analysis
    Artificial Intelligence
  • $55 hourly
    With years of experience in Python, Java, and Linux, I am passionate about leveraging technology to solve complex problems in the realm of data science, machine learning, and web scraping. I specialize in transforming raw data into valuable insights by building efficient workflows for data wrangling, cleaning, and analysis, often using tools like SQL, Jupyter, and Matplotlib. Since earning my BA, I have deepened my knowledge in computer science, earning certifications in topics such as machine learning and Python while working on advanced Java projects with frameworks like Spring and Spring Boot. Key Skills & Expertise: Web Scraping & Automation: Proficient in building scalable web scraping solutions using tools like Scrapy, with extensive experience in handling large-scale data extraction projects. Natural Language Processing (NLP): Expertise in designing custom pipelines for Named Entity Recognition (NER) and fine-tuning pre-trained NLP models using frameworks such as Hugging Face and GPT technologies. Machine Learning: Hands-on experience with supervised learning, data preprocessing, model training, and deployment, ensuring that machine learning models are optimized for real-world use cases. Cloud Infrastructure: Adept at deploying scalable data processing pipelines and distributed tasks on cloud platforms like AWS, ensuring seamless integration and efficient data extraction at scale. Data Analysis & Visualization: Experienced in wrangling and analyzing large datasets, delivering actionable insights using SQL, Jupyter, Matplotlib, and other visualization tools. What I Bring to the Table: A unique blend of software development, data engineering, and machine learning expertise. A focus on delivering high-quality, scalable solutions for complex data problems. A commitment to continuous learning and staying up-to-date with the latest tools and technologies in the field. Let’s work together to turn your data into actionable insights!
    Featured Skill Machine Learning
    Docker
    Linux
    Spring Boot
    Software
    Jupyter Notebook
    JetBrains IntelliJ IDEA
    Matplotlib
    Java
    Git
    PyCharm
    Arduino
    IBM SPSS
    Python
    SQL
  • $50 hourly
    I'm a data scientist with experience in business intelligence and medical research. I have a passion for understanding and utilizing data to help inform decision making. I also have over 5 years of experience as a personal trainer, group fitness coach, and nutritionist. I utilize this experience for motivational interviewing, root cause analysis, and problem solving. * Proficient in SQL, Python, and R. * Working knowledge of Tableau and spreadsheets such as Excel and Google Sheets. * Ability to learn and quickly implement various tools for model deployment such as Streamlit and AWS ec2. * Personalized training and nutrition plan writing and implementation.
    Featured Skill Machine Learning
    Nutrition
    Health & Fitness
    Personal Training Session
    Dashboard
    Business Intelligence
    Data Cleaning
    Data Analysis
  • $75 hourly
    As the VP of Analytics & Platform Architecture at Pacific Gyre, Inc., I lead the design and implementation of a re-architected data platform on a multi-cloud, microservices platform. This initiative aims to improve reliability, scalability, data preservation, performance, and recovery for oceanographic data services worldwide. Additionally, I lead efforts to improve analytics capabilities and data literacy of Pacific Gyre staff and enhance the analytics platform capabilities. With over 20+ years of experience in data engineering and data science, I have a proven track record of delivering business growth through data-driven insights. At Kaiser Permanente, I directed reporting, metrics, and analytics for nationwide Medicare sales, leading data acquisition and driving data architecture in collaboration with business operations and IT teams. At O'Reilly Media, I defined a dynamic data vision for a technology e-learning platform used by
    Featured Skill Machine Learning
    Data Mining
    Machine Learning Model
    Mining
    Artificial Intelligence
    ETL
    ETL Pipeline
    Data Extraction
    Data Analysis
    Analytical Presentation
  • $120 hourly
    I have over three decades of experience in the tech industry. I specialize in Data Engineering, ML Engineering, and Full Stack Development, bringing innovative solutions to complex challenges. My expertise spans across designing and implementing scalable data pipelines, building event-driven systems, and building distributed systems and microservices architectures that efficiently handle massive workloads. I possess a deep understanding of Data Science, Business Intelligence (BI), and Machine Learning (ML), which enables me to build and contribute to complex, data-driven applications. I'm fluent in a wide array of languages and technologies such as Python, Java, Scala, GoLang, C++, TypeScript, and JavaScript, and I have recency and proficiency in frameworks and platforms like Node.js, Next.js, and React. This diverse skill set allows me to develop and optimize applications across the full stack, ensuring high performance, reliability, and user satisfaction. I have extensive experience in ML, Data Science, and MLOps, and have delivered many ML products in production on projects ranging from anomaly detection to advanced NLP and, recently, cognitive architectures, prompt engineering, and RAGs. I have real-world experience with PyTorch, TensorFlow, Keras, Scikit-learn, NLTK, and the usual suspects (Pandas, Numpy, etc) Whether it's transforming raw data into actionable insights, or architecting resilient systems that stand the test of time, or both at once, my goal is to empower businesses through technology, delivering solutions that exceed expectations.
    Featured Skill Machine Learning
    Data Science
    Data Analytics & Visualization Software
    Functional Programming
    MLOps
    Business Intelligence
    Full-Stack Development
    SQL
    Next.js
    React
    TypeScript
    Scala
    Golang
    Java
    Python
  • $150 hourly
    I'm a Statistician and AI Scientist and I'm experienced at developing novel AI/ML models for image/sequence learning, multi-view learning with main expertise in the field of genetics and epigenetics. I have expertise in designing E2E Data Science and AI workflows from scratch. My niche is helping early-stage startups with interesting problems in need of software engineering infrastructure. Statistical Learning, Optimization, Interpretable ML/AI, Generative Models (VAEs, Transformers), High-Dimensional Statistical Learning, Multi-View Representation Learning, Hierarchical Variational Inference applied to Bio-marker Discovery Problems.
    Featured Skill Machine Learning
    Bayesian Statistics
    Probability Theory
    Genomics
    Statistics
    Modeling
    Artificial Intelligence
    Machine Learning Model
  • $20 hourly
    I have a strong Data Science and Data Analytics background. I understand the theory behind the different machine learning models that I apply to my projects, which allows me to optimize models more efficiently. I make sure that the visuals created from data or the statistics calculated from them are presented in such as way that any stakeholder will be able to understand the insights extracted from the data.
    Featured Skill Machine Learning
    A/B Testing
    SQL
    Hypothesis Testing
    Communication Skills
    Statistics
    Statistical Analysis
    Data Mining
    Machine Learning Model
    Artificial Intelligence
    Data Analysis
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