jair wuilloud
@jairwuilloud
Lead AI Engineer specializing in generative models and automation.
What I'm looking for
I am a Lead AI Engineer with extensive experience in developing generative models and AI-driven automation solutions. My journey in the field has led me to build and train advanced models for various applications, including text processing, weather forecasting, and deepfake generation. I thrive on tackling complex challenges and creating innovative solutions that enhance efficiency and accuracy.
Throughout my career, I have played pivotal roles in multiple startups, contributing to product design, strategy, and technical solutions. My work includes developing AI agents for banking workflows, automating medical documentation, and creating conversational agents that streamline business processes. I am passionate about leveraging AI to drive meaningful change and improve operational workflows.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Contractor
Various Companies
Jul 2023 - Present (2 years)
Provided data, LLM, and problem-solving expertise as a contractor for multiple clients including DeltaGen.ai, OpenAI, Tradework, and HumanMadeMachines. My work involved developing conversational agents, solving physics problems for AI model training, and building prototypes for information extraction and automation.
CTO of AI
Stealth
Jan 2025 - Present (6 months)
As CTO of AI, I am developing Apollo AI, an AI-powered research engine designed to optimize discovery, IP protection, and funding processes. This involves implementing LLM/Action-based Agents, asynchronous flows, and hierarchical/swarm agents.
Co-Founder & CTO
The Open Machine
Oct 2024 - Present (9 months)
As Co-Founder & CTO, I lead the training, testing, benchmarking, and R&D efforts for tiny LLMs. My role involves developing and refining methods and tools to optimize performance in this specialized area.
Postdoctoral Researcher
ITP UniBern
Nov 2009 - Dec 2011 (2 years 1 month)
Conducted data analysis and algorithm development, supervised PhD students, and produced scientific papers, presentations, and posters. My work involved advanced computational methods for theoretical physics.
Senior Quantitative Analyst
Deutsche Bank
Feb 2012 - May 2014 (2 years 3 months)
Performed model and DB price validation and implementation for Credit/Securitization. Developed tools for testing and data structure.
Aspiring Data Scientist
Training and Consultancy
Aug 2013 - Aug 2014 (1 year)
Provided training in machine learning and developed core algorithms. For LocaFox, I developed a simulation demonstrating optimization software, and for Mapegy, I assessed the feasibility of matching correlations between stock market indices and company R&D investments.
Data Scientist
Thomson Reuters
Aug 2014 - Jan 2015 (5 months)
Supported the engineering team with analyses, models, and ideas. Developed a Proof of Concept (PoC) through user/item interaction simulations for a recommender system targeting lawyers, and analyzed Reuters news to develop an early prototype for personalized news.
Data Scientist
Just Eat
Sep 2016 - Mar 2017 (6 months)
Developed a chatbot for the helpline to support the engineering team. Created a "Food Ontology" for classification, clustering, and scraping, including training with historical data and test harness development.
Co-Founder
TaxiQ
Aug 2015 - Jan 2018 (2 years 5 months)
Co-developed a real-time collaborative application for Black Cabs from scratch, including front-end, back-end with API integration, and system deployment with analytics and monitoring. Led data generation, collection, and Proofs of Concept (PoCs) using image processing and reinforcement learning on trajectories.
Senior Data Scientist
Constellation.AI
Feb 2018 - Feb 2019 (1 year)
Conducted R&D and implemented prototypes for an AI-focused startup, including presentations, demos, and engineer training. Contributed to a provisional patent for a semantic engine.
Co-Founder
PLEXAI
Apr 2019 - Aug 2020 (1 year 4 months)
Developed an innovative multidimensional conversational system of systems, including an iOS app and a fully integrated online editor/tester. Utilized High Dimensional Computing (SDMs), Symbolic Logic, and Brain-inspired models.
Lead Data Scientist
Mediaplayers
Feb 2020 - Dec 2020 (10 months)
Conducted pilots and Proofs of Concept (PoCs) focusing on the interplay of behavioral simulations and campaign learning. Designed a US-compliant data architecture capable of compressing 500 million behavioral data points per day.
Co-Founder
Neurotrophic Labs
Jun 2019 - May 2022 (2 years 11 months)
Developed neuro-inspired models for patient histories and participated in US-based competitions. Processed Medicare datasets in real-time to return basic correlations.
Contractor
Interscript
Sep 2021 - Jun 2022 (9 months)
Automated the transliteration workflow by designing a graph editor for rule creation and automating code generation for transliteration rules. Trained transformer models and integrated production-ready models, significantly improving Hebrew diacritization to achieve state-of-the-art results.
Data Scientist
Condé Nast
Jan 2015 - Dec 2015 (11 months)
Developed prototypes and Proofs of Concept (PoCs) for an e-commerce recommendation system. Designed an analytic system monitoring key performance indicators (KPIs) and developed deep learning libraries, including a behavior-driven simulation mimicking user behavior.
Senior Data Scientist
Faxi
May 2019 - Apr 2020 (11 months)
Developed recommendation and community-based car-sharing report services. Created highly efficient fuzzy matching algorithms for identifying similar trajectories in spacetime.
Contractor
Jua
May 2022 - Mar 2023 (10 months)
Led R&D to production efforts, including data pipelines, articles, code, and prototypes. Trained a generative weather model on 40TB of data, achieving high accuracy in forecasting.
Co-Founder & Tech Lead
Dr.Doc
Jul 2023 - Jan 2025 (1 year 6 months)
As Co-Founder & Tech Lead, I built and led a team of six to develop Dr.Doc, a web-based solution for automating letter generation for medical doctors. I also created an AI Scientist system for automated, explainable research and diagnosis, while conducting research, market surveys, and securing funding.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
ITP Bern
Postdoctoral Research, Theoretical Particle Physics
Activities and societies: Data analysis and algorithms development, PhD Student supervision, papers/presentations/posters
Conducted postdoctoral research in Theoretical Particle Physics at the Albert Einstein Center for Fundamental Physics. Focused on data analysis, algorithm development, and supervised PhD students.
University of Münster (WWU)
PhD, Theoretical Particle Physics
Completed a PhD thesis in Quantum Field Theory, focusing on exotic numerical models for QCD and supersymmetry. The research was conducted under the advisement of Gernot Münster.
University of Geneva
Master in Mathematical Physics, Mathematical Physics
Obtained a Master's degree in Mathematical Physics from the University of Geneva. This program provided a strong foundation in advanced mathematical concepts applied to physics.
University of Geneva
Bachelor in Physics, Physics
Earned a Bachelor's degree in Physics from the University of Geneva. The curriculum covered fundamental principles of physics.
Highschool of Nyon
Scientific Maturity, General Science
Completed Scientific Maturity at Highschool of Nyon. This program provided a strong foundation in scientific subjects.
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