Sophia Bouchama
@sophiabouchama
AI Engineer specializing in building intelligent solutions with Azure and AI technologies.
What I'm looking for
I am an AI Engineer with a strong background in developing innovative solutions using Azure and AI technologies. My experience spans across various industries, including healthcare and finance, where I've automated workflows and built AI-driven tools to enhance operational efficiency.
Previously, I worked as a Data Scientist and Developer, where I performed free-text and sentiment analysis, built backend systems, and designed analytical dashboards. My technical expertise includes Python, LLMs, OpenAI, and Azure services, which I've applied to deliver impactful solutions for clients.
I hold a BSc in Computer Science from the University of Sheffield and have certifications as a Microsoft AI Engineer and Red Hat Certified System Administrator. My passion lies in leveraging technology to drive innovation and solve real-world problems.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
AI Engineer
Avanade
Jul 2024 - Present (11 months)
Developed Azure-based Gen AI solutions to automate workflows in HR, Finance, and IT. Created a Job Description Generator with bias checking, automated invoice queries using RAG and OCR, and built an Employee Query LLM Chatbot connected to SharePoint for secure document retrieval.
AI Engineer
Avanade
Jul 2024 - Present (11 months)
Developed Azure-based Gen AI solutions to automate workflows in HR, Finance, and IT. Created a Job Description Generator with bias checking, automated invoice queries using RAG and OCR, and built an Employee Query LLM Chatbot connected to SharePoint.
Data Scientist / Developer
Trueology
Apr 2023 - Feb 2024 (10 months)
Conducted free-text and sentiment analysis using NLP techniques. Developed a web application backend with Django and Azure, and created analytical dashboards in Power BI. Performed customer segmentation using MCA and K-means clustering.
Data Scientist / Developer
Trueology
Apr 2023 - Jan 2024 (9 months)
Conducted free-text and sentiment analysis using NLP techniques. Developed backend for a web application with Django and Azure storage, and created analytical dashboards in Power BI. Performed customer segmentation using MCA and K-means clustering.
Innovation / Project Manager
Dololo
Oct 2021 - Dec 2021 (2 months)
Managed projects to enhance the technology ecosystem in Namibia, designed technical courses, and created a framework to train locals for running workshops.
Associate Consultant
Red Hat
Sep 2019 - Sep 2021 (1 year 11 months)
Delivered Open Source technology solutions, including deploying a Covid-19 Track and Trace app and automating builds with Ansible for various clients.
Data Consultant & Technical Copywriter
Freelancing
Jun 2021 - Feb 2024 (2 years 8 months)
Worked as a contractor providing technical copywriting for SCAYLE and contributed to data strategy and roadmap planning for FYTA, a Berlin-based startup focused on IoT sensor devices.
Data Consultant & Technical Copywriter
Freelancing
Jun 2021 - Jan 2024 (2 years 7 months)
Worked as a contractor providing technical copywriting for SCAYLE and contributed to data strategy and roadmap planning for FYTA, a Berlin-based startup specializing in IoT.
Innovation / Project Manager
Dololo
Oct 2021 - Dec 2021 (2 months)
Managed projects to enhance the technology ecosystem in Namibia. Designed technical courses and created a sustainable ambassador framework for local workshops.
Associate Consultant
Red Hat
Sep 2019 - Sep 2021 (1 year 11 months)
Delivered Red Hat Open Source technology solutions, including deploying the NHS Covid-19 Track and Trace app and automating builds with Ansible for HSBC.
Junior Infrastructure / Software Engineer
Nomura Bank
Jun 2017 - Jun 2018 (1 year)
Developed an end-to-end automation system for TLS certificate creation, integrating it with Nomura's Self Service Portal using Python and MySQL.
Junior Infrastructure / Software Engineer
Nomura Bank
Jun 2017 - Jun 2018 (11 months)
Developed an end-to-end automation system for TLS certificate creation, integrating it with Nomura's Self Service Portal using Python and MySQL.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Le Wagon
Bootcamp, Data Science
2023 - 2023
Completed a 9-week intensive bootcamp focused on data science and artificial intelligence. Gained hands-on experience in Python, machine learning frameworks, and cloud services.
Le Wagon
Intensive Bootcamp, Data Science
2023 - 2023
Completed a 9-week intensive bootcamp focused on data science and artificial intelligence, covering essential skills such as Python, TensorFlow, and machine learning frameworks.
University of Sheffield
Bachelor of Science, Computer Science
2015 - 2019
Grade: 1st Class Honours
Completed a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science with a focus on various programming languages and software development methodologies. Achieved 1st Class Honours, demonstrating a strong understanding of theoretical and practical aspects of computer science.
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Location
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