Vlad Zakharin
@vladzakharin
Senior AI/ML engineer specializing in machine learning and data science.
What I'm looking for
I am a highly skilled Senior Data Scientist and ML Engineer with extensive experience in developing and deploying machine learning solutions at scale. My expertise lies in AI/ML engineering, predictive modeling, and big data processing, where I have a proven track record of optimizing business processes and enhancing customer experiences.
Throughout my career, I have architected and deployed innovative AI-powered platforms, such as a medical scribing solution that reduced documentation time by 90% for over 250,000 healthcare providers. My work has consistently focused on integrating advanced machine learning techniques and ensuring compliance with industry standards, resulting in significant productivity savings and improved operational efficiency.
With a strong foundation in computer science and applied mathematics, I am passionate about leveraging data to drive impactful decisions. I thrive in collaborative environments and am committed to continuous learning and development in the rapidly evolving field of AI and machine learning.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Sr. ML Engineer / Data Scientist
Commure + Athelas
Jun 2021 - Mar 2025 (3 years 9 months)
Architected and deployed an AI-powered medical scribing platform, reducing documentation time by 90%. Developed real-time speech recognition models and fine-tuned LLMs for structured medical notes. Utilized Kubeflow for ML lifecycle management and integrated multilingual NLP capabilities for global healthcare.
Sr. ML Engineer / Backend Engineer
Airbnb
Jan 2018 - Apr 2021 (3 years 3 months)
Led the development of predictive search algorithms and customer profiling systems using NLP. Enhanced the recommendation engine with real-time data streaming and optimized backend infrastructure for scalability. Developed time series forecasting models for pricing strategies.
Sr. ML Engineer, Data Scientist
Udemy
Apr 2016 - Jan 2018 (1 year 9 months)
Developed a personalized course recommendation engine using collaborative filtering techniques. Analyzed user behavior data and optimized system performance for real-time recommendations.
Sr. ML Engineer, Data Scientist
May 2013 - Apr 2016 (2 years 11 months)
Led the development of machine learning models for the Google Knowledge Graph, enhancing search relevancy. Utilized NLP techniques for entity extraction and collaborated on integrating the Knowledge Graph into Google Search.
Data Engineer, Data Scientist
Social Security Administration
May 2009 - Apr 2013 (3 years 11 months)
Developed predictive models to detect fraudulent claims, improving accuracy by 20%. Designed ETL pipelines for data integration and enhanced OCR accuracy for scanned documents.
Actuarial Assistant
ACE USA
Jun 2008 - May 2009 (11 months)
Assisted in data preparation for risk modeling and supported the development of predictive pricing models for insurance products by analyzing historical claims data.
Education
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The Johns Hopkins University
Master of Science, Computer Science
2006 - 2008
Grade: 3.7/4.0
Completed a Master of Science in Computer Science with a focus on advanced computational techniques and machine learning applications.
The Johns Hopkins University
Bachelor of Science, Applied Mathematics and Statistics, Economics
2003 - 2006
Grade: 3.9/4.0
Earned a Bachelor of Science in Applied Mathematics and Statistics with a concentration in Economics, emphasizing quantitative analysis and statistical methods.
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