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Rachelle F

@rachellef

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Software & robotic engineer specializing in computer vision and AI solutions.

Switzerland

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What I'm looking for

I am seeking an engineering role focused on computer vision, robotics, or AI where I can build end-to-end solutions, work within an innovative team, and continue professional growth in real-world deployments.

I am a software and robotic engineer with a strong foundation in computer vision, embedded systems, and AI-driven applications, experienced in building end-to-end pipelines from dataset creation to deployment on embedded platforms. I have delivered contracted automation tooling in Python, developed YOLO-based object detection models using PyTorch and Ultralytics, and built containerised full-stack projects deployed on AWS.

I hold a BEng in Electrical & Electronic Engineering with Robotics and completed a dissertation (88%) on weed identification using YOLO models integrated into robotic pipelines. I am proactive, multilingual, and eager to contribute to programmatic and AI-driven solutions while continuing to grow my skills in real-world environments.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Software & Robotic Engineer

Current

Digitally Dynamic Ltd

Nov 2025 - Present (3 months)

Developed Python automation tooling that accelerated client data processing and improved reliability by handling edge cases and adaptable data formats; continued delivering contracted Python-based automation and tooling.

Python Automation Data Processing Docker Git CLI Tools

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Founder

Current

FBN Digital Solutions

Oct 2024 - Present (1 year 4 months)

Established a startup focused on AI-powered automated data processing using LLMs and full-stack AI solutions, collaborating with SMEs to deliver sports and robotics applications.

LLM Full Stack Python Product Development

Dissertation Researcher

University of Sussex

Mar 2023 - Jun 2024 (1 year 3 months)

Researched and developed weed identification models using YOLOv5/v8/v9 and PyTorch, creating a custom dataset and achieving robust real-time inference performance for embedded robotics applications (Dissertation grade 88%).

Computer Vision PyTorch YOLO Model Fine Tuning

Committee Member

Sussex Snow

May 2022 - Jun 2024 (2 years 1 month)

Led digital branding and member recruitment for a 250-member society, doubling social media engagement and managing logistics for international trips and monthly competitions.

Social Media Event Logistics Communication Marketing

Media Secretary

University of Sussex Swim Club

May 2022 - May 2023 (1 year)

Managed media and events, increasing weekly member engagement and helping grow the club into separate competitive and leisure teams, enabling first-time BUCS competition participation.

Social Media Event Coordination Member Engagement Content Creation

Waitress

Si Signore

Sep 2021 - Apr 2022 (7 months)

Provided high-quality service in a fast-paced restaurant, developing strong communication, problem-solving, and attention-to-detail skills.

Customer Service Communication Time Management Problem Solving Teamwork

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of Sussex

Bachelor of Engineering, Electrical & Electronic Engineering with Robotics

2020 - 2024

Grade: Upper Second Class (2:1)

Activities and societies: Dissertation on weed detection using YOLO models; Committee Member, Snowsports Society; Media Secretary, University Swim Club.

Completed a Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical & Electronic Engineering with Robotics, graduating with Upper Second Class (2:1) and an 88% dissertation on weed identification using computer vision.

St. George's International School in Switzerland

International Baccalaureate Diploma, International Baccalaureate

2014 - 2020

Completed the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme with a bilingual diploma and Higher Level courses in Physics, Mathematics, and Computer Science.