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Zulfiyya Safarli

@zulfiyyasafarli

AI engineer focused on LLM applications, with RAG pipelines, QLoRA fine-tuning, and AI-powered projects built with OpenAI and open-source models.

Azerbaijan

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What I'm looking for

I’m looking for a role focused on data-driven and AI-powered solutions where I can apply and grow my skills.

My hands-on AI work includes building RAG applications and agents, and fine-tuning GPT-4o and LLaMA3.2 with QLoRA. I’ve also contributed to blockchain research, automated Cisco network audits during my Azersun Holding internship, and am currently contributing to data governance work at Deloitte.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Data Governance Intern

Deloitte

Sep 2026 - Nov 2026 (2 months)

Contributed to organizing and documenting an IT project portfolio for ASCO, supporting visibility and tracking across ongoing initiatives. Developed a business terminology and communication plan for SOCAR, supporting clearer alignment and stakeholder communication across teams.

Data Governance Project Portfolio Management Stakeholder Communication

Network Engineer Intern

Azersun Holding

Jul 2025 - Sep 2025 (2 months)

Automated SSH collection of device information across Cisco switches using Netmiko and OpenPyXL, eliminating manual auditing. Built a CDP neighbor discovery pipeline to identify connected access points and automated interface description corrections to reduce configuration drift. Operated IBM QRadar SIEM and Firewall Management Center for security monitoring.

Python Netmiko Cisco IOS IBM QRadar Openpyxl Network Automation Security Monitoring

Blockchain Research Intern

TriO Blockchain Labs

Jun 2024 - Sep 2024 (3 months)

Contributed to a published research report on cross-border legal compliance of tokenized real estate assets by analyzing blockchain infrastructure, RWA application areas, and international regulatory frameworks. Conducted in-depth analysis of Web3 ecosystem topics including DAO governance, DeFi integration, asset tokenization, and smart contract audits across 8 domain verticals.

RWA Tokenization DeFi Web3 Smart Contracts Blockchain Research

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

ADA University

Bachelor of Science, Computer Science

2021 -

Activities and societies: Calculus II Tutor; ACM (Circuit Smarts Trivia, Ada Lovelace Trivia, AI in Action, Big Tech Brain Battle Trivia, BlitzCode Contest); Career Services (Career Seminars, Training Series: IT PM, Cyber Security, AI)

Pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science with relevant coursework in machine learning, artificial intelligence, and data structures. Active in tutoring and various ACM and career development activities.

Middle East Technical University

Bachelor of Science, Computer Engineering

2024 - 2025

Completed an exchange program in Computer Engineering, focusing on data management and file structures, and data communications and networking.

Udemy

AI Engineer Core Track, AI Engineering

Completed a self-study AI Engineer Core Track covering LLM engineering, RAG, QLoRA, and agents, including building production-style AI applications and fine-tuning LLMs.

Artificial Intelligence & Innovation

Innovation and AI Scholarship Program, Artificial Intelligence & Innovation

Selected as a winner of a competitive scholarship program focused on practical AI and innovation skill development.

Holberton School

Generative AI Program, Generative AI

Completed a generative AI engineering program covering modern LLM architecture, prompt engineering, and applied AI development.

Huawei

Seeds for the Future, ICT

2025 - 2025

Selected among top ICT students globally for Huawei's flagship talent program, completing hands-on courses in 5G, AI, and Cloud Computing, and participating in Smart PV and cybersecurity showcases.