Ben Wycliff Mugalu
@benwycliffmugalu
Self-motivated and enthusiastic data scientist and software engineer
What I'm looking for
I am a self-motivated, enthusiastic, and life-long learner from a computer engineering background. I greatly desire to make the world a better place by solving problems that the world faces through the design, development, and creation of cutting-edge intelligent systems.
With a strong background in computer engineering and currently pursuing a Master of Science in Computer Science, I have developed a strong foundation in machine learning, deep learning, and software engineering. My experience in various roles, including data scientist, research assistant, and software developer, has equipped me with the skills to develop innovative solutions to real-world problems.
I am passionate about using technology to improve the quality of life in Africa and have volunteered to teach computer science/engineering fundamentals to high school students. I am excited to continue making an impact in the tech industry and contributing to the development of cutting-edge intelligent systems.
Experience
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Data Scientist
Innovex Uganda Limited
Feb 2023 - Present (2 years 7 months)
Worked on big data analytics for the Data Management Center on the Remot Platform and solar appliances data-driven predictive maintenance research and development
Research Assistant
Makerere AI Lab
Oct 2022 - Present (2 years 11 months)
Leveraging Large Language Models for sex and reproductive health education among Ugandan adolescents and development of an integrated AI disease screening platform
Research Engineer
Marconi Research and Innovations Lab
Dec 2020 - Oct 2022 (1 year 10 months)
Machine learning engineer developing a mobile app for real-time teleconsultation of cervical cancer screening using machine learning
Teaching Assistant
ECE Department, Makerere University
Dec 2020 - Jan 2022 (1 year 1 month)
Assisted with tutorials and course materials in intelligent systems, database systems, and C programming fundamentals courses
Software Developer
The A.R.M.S Project, Makerere University
Apr 2019 - Dec 2020 (1 year 8 months)
Front-End Software Engineer developing a graduate students’ tracking system at the College of Engineering
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