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Yared Fereja

@yaredfereja

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Innovative Machine Learning Engineer specializing in NLP and Generative AI.

Ethiopia

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that fosters innovation and collaboration, where I can leverage my skills in machine learning and AI to drive impactful projects and contribute to a forward-thinking team.

I am an innovative and results-driven Machine Learning Engineer with a strong foundation in mathematics and software development. My expertise lies in building and deploying end-to-end machine learning systems, particularly in Natural Language Processing (NLP) and Generative AI applications. I have a proven track record of delivering robust AI solutions that solve real-world problems and enhance user experiences.

Throughout my career, I have gained extensive experience with deep learning architectures such as RNN, LSTM, and Transformer, and I am proficient in modern frameworks like Hugging Face and LangChain. My passion for deploying AI systems at scale is complemented by my knowledge of MLOps practices, including Docker, FastAPI, and MLflow. I thrive on challenges and am committed to continuous learning and improvement in the rapidly evolving field of AI.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

AI/ML Specialist

Zare Innovations

May 2025 - Jul 2025 (2 months)

Designed and implemented an intelligent vetting and matching engine using SBERT for semantic matching and psychometric assessments to automate scoring. Developed a recommendation system using Flask APIs to match candidates based on profile data, psychometrics, and behavioral signals.

Flask API Recommendation Systems Streamlit Plotly Docker AWS

AI Engineer Intern

AceNurture

Mar 2025 - May 2025 (2 months)

Contributed to AI projects focused on generative models, natural language processing, and machine learning deployment. Assisted with end-to-end model development, including data preprocessing, training, and model evaluation.

Generative Models Natural Language Processing AI Model Deployment data preprocessing Model Training Model Evaluation

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Addis Ababa Institute of Technology

Bachelor of Science, Electrical and Computer Engineering

Completed a Bachelor of Science in Electrical and Computer Engineering. Gained foundational knowledge in both electrical engineering principles and computer science concepts.