Ismail HendryxIH
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Ismail Hendryx

@ismailhendryx

AI and Robotics Specialist with 7+ years of experience.

United Kingdom

What I'm looking for

I am looking for a collaborative environment that fosters innovation and growth, where I can leverage my skills in AI and robotics to solve complex challenges.

I am an AI and Robotics Specialist with over 7 years of experience, certified by Microsoft Azure. My journey has been marked by significant achievements, including the development of an award-nominated bio-inspired robotic gripper for space debris, showcased at the 2025 London Robotics Conference. My educational background includes a First-Class BSc in AI and an MSc in Robotics & AI from King’s College London, where I honed my skills in control and perception algorithms.

Throughout my career, I have worked on various innovative projects, such as developing AI-driven document analysis tools and predictive models in the oil and energy sector. My expertise spans across Python, C++, ROS2, and edge AI deployment, enabling me to craft human-centric robotic solutions. I am passionate about collaborating in transparent environments and continuously pushing the boundaries of technology to create impactful solutions.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Current

AI Specialist / Founder

Dagmaker

Jan 2025 - Present (5 months)

Developed 'Research Wizard' for AI-based document analysis, presentation, essay, and video reel automation with applications in robotic task planning and data processing. Developed front-end and back-end services utilizing open-source LLMs, FAISS, ONNX, Gemini, and OpenAI endpoints. Developed an E-commerce AI-enabled cross-listing platform utilizing RAG & Generative AI to increase sales for custom

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AI Specialist / Founder

Dagmaker

Jan 2025 - Present (5 months)

Developed 'Research Wizard' for AI-based document analysis, presentation, essay, and video reel automation, with applications in robotic task planning and data processing. Also developed an E-commerce AI-enabled cross-listing platform utilizing RAG & Generative AI to increase sales for customers.

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Machine Learning Engineer

AA

Jan 2024 - Present (1 year 5 months)

Contributed to risk-based pricing by ingesting, curating, and maintaining data sources on Databricks. Spearheaded a key project analyzing 6 million customer driver claims, predicting high & low risk claims to identify patterns linked to driver faults, directly implementing risk mitigation for claims worth over £50 million.

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Machine Learning Engineer

AA

Jan 2024 - Dec 2024 (11 months)

Contributed to risk-based pricing by ingesting, curating, and maintaining both new and existing data sources on Databricks. Spearheaded a key project, analyzing 6 million customer driver claims, predicting high & low risk claims to identify patterns linked to driver faults, directly implementing risk mitigation for claims worth over £50 million. Supported the script testing team, providing experti

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Machine Learning Engineer

Glencore

Jan 2023 - Present (2 years 5 months)

Part of the AI/Data Engineering team, analyzing and curating data within the oil and energy sector, including building predictive models for oil vessel arrival times using advanced analytics on Azure’s cloud platform. Automated big data workflows and created pipelines that transformed & optimized AI analysis, also refining MLOPS processes.

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Machine Learning Engineer

Glencore

Jan 2023 - Dec 2023 (11 months)

Part of an AI/Data Engineering team, analyzing and curating data within the oil and energy sector, including building predictive models for oil vessel arrival times using advanced analytics on Azure’s cloud platform. Automated big data workflows & created pipelines that transformed & optimized AI analysis. Responsible for documentation and instructional videos on making AI/ML tools and processes a

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Data on Cloud Services

HSBC

Jan 2019 - Dec 2019 (11 months)

Gained exposure to AI applications and business use cases of machine learning and cloud within a global bank. Worked with ML specialists & developers with hands-on experience with Google Cloud Platform for developing & hosting AI models. Incorporated Agile & DevSecOps practices for managing AI projects with iterative development & CI/CD of AI models.

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Data on Cloud Services - On Site Work Experience

HSBC

Jan 2019 - Present (6 years 5 months)

Gained exposure to AI applications and business use cases of machine learning and cloud within a global bank. Worked with ML specialists and developers with hands-on experience with Google Cloud Platform for developing & hosting AI models, incorporating Agile & DevSecOps practices.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

King's College London University logoKU

King's College London University

MSc, AI & Robotics

Grade: Distinction

Specialized in AI and Robotics, focusing on advanced control and perception algorithms. Developed and presented an award-nominated bio-inspired robotic gripper (GRASPI) for space debris at a 2025 London Robotics Conference.

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University of Kent

BSc, Artificial Intelligence

Grade: First Class Hons

Studied Artificial Intelligence, gaining a strong foundation in core AI principles and applications. Achieved First Class Honours, demonstrating academic excellence in the field.

University of Kent logoUK

University of Kent

Bachelor of Science, Artificial Intelligence

Grade: First Class Hons

Activities and societies: Awarded University of Kent Academic Excellence Scholarship; AI & Robotics Undergraduate of the Year Finalist.

Studied core principles of artificial intelligence, including machine learning, data analysis, and intelligent systems design. Achieved a First Class Honours degree and was recognized as an AI & Robotics Undergraduate of the Year Finalist.

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King's College London

Master of Science, Artificial Intelligence and Robotics

Grade: Distinction

Activities and societies: Presented GRASPI at a London Robotics Conference to 200+ industry experts.

Developed and presented an award-nominated bio-inspired robotic gripper (GRASPI) for space debris at a 2025 London Robotics Conference. Showcased expertise in control and perception algorithms through this project, which was graded at 86%.

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