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Udith Weerasinghe

@udithweerasinghe1

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AI-focused ML engineering enthusiast passionate about developing AI systems.

Zimbabwe

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that fosters innovation and collaboration, where I can apply my skills in AI and machine learning to solve real-world problems while contributing to a dynamic team environment.

I am a Machine Learning Engineer Trainee with a strong focus on developing and scaling agentic AI systems. My experience includes architecting and deploying LLM-driven generative AI models, optimizing retrieval and relevance, and creating AI-first user experiences. I thrive in fast-paced, cross-functional teams and have demonstrated academic excellence through various internships and projects.

Currently pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Engineering, specializing in Electronic and Telecommunication Engineering, I have a solid foundation in machine learning, data structures, and algorithms. My projects, such as the Enterprise Knowledge Digitization and Management system, showcase my ability to drive end-to-end model development and deployment, ensuring continuous improvement in research-intensive environments.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Machine Learning Engineer Trainee

Syntax Genie (Pvt.) Ltd.

Nov 2023 - May 2024 (6 months)

Architected, fine-tuned, and deployed LLM-driven generative AI models for Question Answering and Business Insights Generator components in IntelliScript 1.0, incorporating prompt engineering and RAG pipelines. Monitored performance, reduced latency, and released models via Azure ML Endpoints with FastAPI and Git workflows, while also developing the user interface for the chatbot and backend commun

LLM Prompt Engineering fastAPI Python PyTorch React PostgreSQL

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of Moratuwa

Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Engineering, Electronic and Telecommunication Engineering

Grade: 3.42/4.20

Activities and societies: SIG Project Manager of the Spark Branch, Electronic Club; Committee Member – Logistics, Stridian; Mora Hiking Club.

Specialized in Electronic and Telecommunication Engineering with a minor in Mathematics. Achieved a CGPA of 3.42/4.20 and was recognized on the Dean’s List for Semester 6, with First-Class GPAs in Semesters 1, 6, and 7. Focused on Computer Vision and Pattern Recognition, covering subjects like Data Structures and Algorithms, Deep Learning for Vision, and Neural Networks.

St. Sylvester’s College, Kandy

G.C.E. Advanced Level, Physical Science

Grade: AAAA

Completed G.C.E. Advanced Level in the Physical Science Stream, achieving AAAA grades. Ranked 15th in Kandy District and 230th island-wide, placing within the top 0.8% of candidates.