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Ali Asad Baloch

@aliasadbaloch

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AI Engineer with over 10 years of experience in machine learning.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for opportunities that challenge my skills in AI and machine learning, ideally in a collaborative environment that values innovation and growth.

I am an AI Engineer with over a decade of experience at industry giants like Amazon and IBM Consulting. My expertise lies in developing innovative AI solutions, particularly in Large Language Models (LLMs) and Generative AI, which drive significant business value. I have a proven track record of leading projects that enhance user engagement and streamline operations.

One of my notable achievements includes spearheading the development of Rufus, Amazon's generative AI shopping chatbot, which significantly increased average order values. Additionally, I have architected intelligent shopping experiences that leverage advanced machine learning techniques to reduce customer search times and improve conversion rates. My work has consistently delivered measurable outcomes for Fortune 500 clients, showcasing my ability to translate complex AI concepts into practical solutions.

Throughout my career, I have directed cross-functional teams to implement production-ready AI systems, ensuring that they meet business objectives and operational standards. I am passionate about pushing the boundaries of AI technology and am eager to contribute my skills to innovative projects that shape the future of technology.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

AI Engineer

Amazon

Nov 2019 - May 2025 (5 years 6 months)

Led the development of Rufus, Amazon's generative AI shopping chatbot, using AWS Bedrock and custom LLMs, significantly increasing average order value. Enhanced Alexa voice assistant capabilities with advanced NLP and Alexa+ features, substantially improving user engagement metrics. Created Conversational AI Agent for customer service using LangChain, custom LLMs, and vector databases.

LLM Generative AI Lang Chain NLP Vector Databases Computer Vision MLOps

Data Engineer

IBM Consulting

Jul 2015 - Oct 2019 (4 years 3 months)

Built machine learning pipelines for predictive analytics and customer segmentation, substantially increasing client ROI. Developed ETL workflows processing terabytes of data daily for Fortune 500 clients using Apache Spark and AWS Glue. Implemented real-time data processing systems with Kafka and Spark Streaming for financial services clients.

Machine Learning ETL Apache Spark AWS Glue Kafka Predictive Analytics Data Warehousing SQL Time Series Analysis

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Baylor University

Bachelor's Degree, Computer Science

Studied Computer Science at Baylor University, gaining foundational knowledge in the field. Completed coursework and projects relevant to the latest industry standards.