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Sivapatham Thanushan

@sivapathamthanushan

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Hard-working graduate passionate about machine learning and AI.

Sri Lanka

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for opportunities that foster growth in machine learning and AI, within a collaborative and innovative environment.

I am a dedicated and goal-oriented graduate with a BSc (Hons) in Statistics and Operations Research from the University of Peradeniya. My passion for machine learning and artificial intelligence drives my commitment to excellence and innovation. I possess strong analytical skills and a proactive mindset, allowing me to excel in both independent and collaborative environments.

Throughout my academic journey, I have developed a robust understanding of statistical and operational research, complemented by hands-on experience in building classification models and data engineering pipelines. I have successfully implemented projects utilizing Python, AWS, and various machine learning techniques, including logistic regression and random forests. My ability to analyze complex datasets and derive actionable insights has been a hallmark of my work.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Data Analyst

SyscoLABS

Aug 2023 - Sep 2023 (1 month)

Developed machine learning models to detect fraudulent credit card transactions. Conducted exploratory data analysis to understand transaction patterns and improve model accuracy.

Data Analysis Machine Learning Python Fraud Detection Data Mining Data Visualization SQL

Team Member

AIESEC in Kandy

Jul 2022 - Aug 2023 (1 year 1 month)

Participated in various projects aimed at promoting leadership and teamwork skills. Engaged in community service and organized events to foster collaboration among peers.

Teamwork Leadership Communication Project Management

Undergraduate Researcher

University of Peradeniya

Jan 2018 - Aug 2023 (5 years 7 months)

Conducted research in machine learning and AI, focusing on building classification models and developing an end-to-end data engineering pipeline. Collaborated on projects involving data extraction, transformation, and analysis using various programming languages and tools.

Machine Learning Python Data Engineering ETL Data Analysis AWS Data Mining Apache Airflow

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of Peradeniya

Bachelor of Science (Hons), Statistics and Operations Research

2018 - 2024

Activities and societies: Member of AIESEC in Kandy, Member of Rotaract Club, Member of Computer Society (CSUP), Organized Programming Seminars for Advanced Level Students.

I am a hard-working and goal-oriented graduate passionate about machine learning and AI. Proficient in statistical and operational research, with strong analytical skills and a proactive mindset. I excel in both independent and collaborative settings, dedicated to driving innovation and achieving excellence.