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David Gathimba

@davidgathimba

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Versatile AI and data science specialist driving business outcomes.

Kenya

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that fosters innovation, collaboration, and growth opportunities in AI and data science.

I am an AI and data science specialist with a strong foundation in business information technology. My expertise lies in deploying intelligent solutions that enhance operational efficiency and drive business outcomes. I have a proven track record of designing predictive models and developing analytics frameworks that translate complex data into actionable insights.

Throughout my career, I have successfully engineered and deployed end-to-end machine learning pipelines, optimized for production use. My experience includes collaborating with cross-functional teams to align technical outputs with strategic goals, and building business intelligence dashboards that enhance executive decision-making. I am committed to continuous learning and leveraging my skills to solve real-world business problems.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Freelance Developer

Datastat Research

Mar 2024 - Present (1 year 4 months)

Worked across the systems development lifecycle, from requirements gathering to production releases, ensuring thorough alignment with client specifications. Developed and deployed web applications tailored to streamline operational processes and boost productivity.

Web Development Database Optimization Software Testing System Life Cycle Production Releases

Data Scientist

KD Spire Solutions

Jan 2024 - Present (1 year 6 months)

Designed and delivered predictive models using Python, Scikit-learn, and TensorFlow to address real business problems with quantifiable improvements to retention and fraud detection. Conducted advanced data wrangling, statistical modeling, and visualization to extract actionable insights from large, complex datasets.

Python scikit learn TensorFlow Data Wrangling Statistical Modeling Data Visualization Machine Learning Pipelines Power BI Tableau NLP SQL

Web Developer

Datastat Research

Jul 2023 - Present (2 years)

Collaborated with project teams to analyze and document existing business processes, informing software development priorities. Assisted in the design and rollout of a web application for inventory management, including database schema creation and integration.

Web Application Development Schema Data Analysis Technical Support User Experience

Intern Junior Developer

Icore Information Systems

Apr 2022 - Present (3 years 3 months)

Engaged in software development and maintenance projects, supporting the design and implementation of solutions for business needs. Implemented backend systems, including payment and API integrations, to support enhanced product functionality.

Software Development Backend Systems API Integration Troubleshooting Knowledge Sharing

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

South Eastern Kenya University

Bachelor of Business Information Technology, Business and Information Technology

Completed a Bachelor of Business Information Technology, focusing on the intersection of business principles and information technology. Gained a strong foundation in IT systems, data management, and business processes.

Moringa School

Certification, Data Science

Obtained a Data Science Certification, developing expertise in data analysis, machine learning, and statistical modeling. Focused on practical applications of data science techniques to solve real-world problems.

ALX Africa

AI Career Essentials, Artificial Intelligence

Completed the AI Career Essentials program, gaining foundational knowledge in artificial intelligence concepts and applications. Developed skills relevant to AI development and deployment in various industries.