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 (1 year 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.
AI Engineer
Avanade
Jul 2024 - Present (1 year 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.
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 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 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.
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 framework to train locals for running workshops.
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 Open Source technology solutions, including deploying a Covid-19 Track and Trace app and automating builds with Ansible for various clients.
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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