MCMarcelo Cardoso
@marcelocardoso
Senior AI engineer specializing in generative AI, cloud deployments, and ML systems.
PortugalWhat I'm looking for
I am a Senior AI Engineer with extensive experience designing and deploying machine learning systems, generative AI solutions, agentic workflows, and backend software—frequently on Azure—for multinational clients such as BMW and Leica. I have led technical projects from research prototypes to production: SolarMerkle for solar potential analysis, SCOUT for automated candidate selection, and contributed to public humanitarian projects like Redsafe and e-Scriptorium for the ICRC.
My background in mathematics underpins my approach to algorithm design and experimentation, and I combine that with practical DevOps and cloud skills (Docker, BentoML, Azure/AWS) and programming in Python, JavaScript, MATLAB and Visual Basic. I am results-driven, experienced in interdisciplinary teams, and focused on building robust, scalable AI products that meet legal, linguistic and operational constraints across markets.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Senior AI Engineer
Merkle
Jan 2022 - Present (3 years 10 months)
Develop AI systems (ML, LLMs, agentic workflows) and backend software on Azure for multinational clients, delivering production-ready solutions for BMW and Leica and improving data ingestion and deployment pipelines.
AI Consultant (ICRC Projects)
International Committee of the Red Cross
Jan 2022 - Dec 2022 (11 months)
Collaborated on public projects Redsafe and e-Scriptorium, delivering AI and engineering contributions to applications safeguarding migrant documents and digitizing historical records.
Data Scientist
ANNEA
Jan 2020 - Dec 2021 (1 year 11 months)
Led backend development and built ML algorithms for optimization and failure prediction of energy generators (wind and solar), producing validated models that improved reliability and operational forecasting.
Data Scientist
NAU21
Mar 2019 - Jan 2020 (10 months)
Developed the AI module for a digital insurance contract platform, integrating ML components within a broader stack that included blockchain to automate contract conclusion.
Private Tutor
AHA! Nachhilfe Institut Bonn
Jan 2018 - Dec 2019 (1 year 11 months)
Provided mathematics tutoring to students, improving comprehension and performance through tailored lesson plans and assessment.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
UBUniversity of Bonn
Master of Science, Mathematics
2015 - 2019
Grade: 1.8
Master of Science in Mathematics with a dissertation in Representation Theory of Algebras; graduated with grade 1.8.
UPUniversity of Porto
Bachelor of Science, Mathematics
2012 - 2015
Bachelor of Science in Mathematics with focus on real and complex analysis, algebra and number theory.
TBTechnical University of Berlin
ERASMUS Programme (Study Abroad), Mathematics
2013 - 2014
Grade: 1.0
ERASMUS study period focusing on topology and algebra; achieved grade 1.0.
UPUniversity of Porto
Master of Science (paused), Mechanical Engineering
2009 - 2012
Grade: 100%
Began Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering with focus on mechanics and CAD; studies paused, final project graded 100%.
Academy of Music of Santa Maria da Feira
Diploma, Music
2001 - 2009
Grade: With Distinction
Musical education in music theory, piano and bassoon; diploma awarded with distinction.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
PortugalAuthorized to work in
Job categories
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