Toghrul Tahirov
CTO & Machine Learning Engineer
Baku
Summary
As a Chief Technical Officer and Machine Learning Engineer with 3 years of experience, I specialize in developing state-of-the-art deep learning models and delivering scalable data-driven solutions. My expertise lies in Computer Vision, Natural Language Processing, Data Engineering and Blockchain Analytics . I have experience leading cross-functional teams, developing innovative strategies, and managing products from conception to launch. My technical skillset includes TensorFlow, PyTorch, Keras, Scikitlearn, SQL, PySpark, and AWS, among others. I am a results-driven problem-solver with excellent communication and presentation skills, committed to driving innovation and growth.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief Technology Officer
DigData Startup
10.2022 - Current
- Directing a team of 15 developers and data scientists tasked in delivering real-time insights and big data analytics for blockchain
- Led the development and implementation of a Blockchain Analytics webpage as CTO, resulting in a professional and attractive web interface
- Managed company-level architecture, platform and data configuration processes and implementation protocols.
- Ensuring high availability and reliability of the system to enable traders and investors to easily analyze current and historical trends in crypto, resulting in informed investment decisions and improved success in the market
- Leveraged Apache Spark (PySpark) on AWS EMR to implement highly scalable and efficient Big Data processing pipelines (processing over 1 PB of data per day)
- Committed to driving innovation and growth for the company and passionate about revolutionizing the analysis and use of blockchain data
- Actively engaging with investors and presenting the company's offerings and capabilities
- Tech Stack: AWS, Python, TensorFlow, Keras, DNN, Git / Github
Deep Learning Researcher
ADA University
Baku
03.2022 - Current
- Sign Language Recognition and Processing for Azerbaijani Language to make life more accessible
- Developed CNN, LSTM, and Attention models for Continuous Sign Language Recognition with a focus on 3D CNNs and
- Sequential Models (Attention and LSTM), achieving 80% accuracy across over 200 experiments
- Design NLP algorithm for context aware sentence completion in Azerbaijani language
- Collaborating with and overseeing cross-functional teams, including computer vision specialists and sign language experts, to achieve project goals
- Demonstrated expertise in deep learning and computer vision through successful completion of 4 complex projects
- Tech Stack: Python, PyTorch, TensorFlow, Keras, Transformers, Convolutional Neural Networks (CNN), Long short-term memory Recurrent Neural Networks (LSTM RNN), ANN, OpenCV, Git / Github, Linux, Mlflow, WanDB
Senior Data Scientist
DigData Startup
Baku
05.2022 - 09.2022
- Tasked with leading a team of 8 to analyze and uncover the trends in Decentralized Finance and
- Exchanges, and cryptocurrency
- Developed a variety of user, wallet and contract labelling metrics and models on over 200000 DEXes, and crypto analysis dashboards to aid DeFI investors in decision making
- Designed Clustering Algorithms to perform behavior analysis on anonymous on-chain data
- Trained and mentored junior data scientists, fostering a culture of growth and learning
- Stayed current on industry trends and developments, incorporating new techniques and tools as appropriate
- Tech Stack: Python, TensorFlow, Keras, DNN, Git / Github
Machine Learning Instructor / Product Owner
Galactech School
Baku
10.2021 - 09.2022
- Contributing to future job market by:
- Taught future innovators industrial level applications of classical Machine Learning and Deep Learning: have instructed over 80 students by now
- Designed and supervised a series of educational products on Data and AI in the EdTech ecosystem: 2 products currently being marketed at high value
- Tech Stack: Python, Data Analytics, Regression Analysis, Classification, Clustering, Deep Neural Networks, Excel, SQL,
- PowerBI
Computer Vision Engineer
Crowthink
08.2021 - 12.2021
- Remote
- Intelligent Solutions startup where I:
- Coded a Facial Recognition system to perform as an additional application-level security protocol
- Implemented a Recommendation Systems
- Tech Stack: Python, Pytorch, CNN, OpenCV, Django, Mlflow
Well Integrity Intern
01.2000 - 07.2021
- Bp | Baku, Azerbaijan
- Accelerated Well Integrity Testing and improve the testing procedures by devising a Prediction Model to determine when certain pressure levels might endanger production of Hydrocarbon Gas: lowered Non Productive Time by 6%
- Integrated the developed models into Palantir Web Service
- Developed highly functional near real-time analytical dashboards
- Tech Stack: Python, PySpark, SQL, Excel, PowerBI, StreamLit, Dash Plotly, Flask
Education
Master of Science - Computer Science And Data Analytics
07.2024
Program Structure covers courses on the following fields: Advanced Software Engineering, Big Data and Analytics, Applied Data Analytics, Artificial
Bachelor of Science - Petroleum Engineering
06.2022
Oil and Gas Production Forecasting using Deep Learning: LSTM, EDA
Mastered Multivariate Calculus, Advanced Math, Linear Algebra, Statistics and Probability, Computer Science and
Software Development, Microsoft Office
Machine Learning Professional Degree - undefined
06.2021
Program Structure: Exploratory Data Analysis, Regression, Classification, PCA & Dimensionality Reduction,
Clustering, Deep Learning, Natural Language Processing, Computer Vision
Skills
- Machine Learning: Tensorflow, Keras, PyTorch, Scikitlearn, Transfer learning, Computer Vision, NLP
- Data Engineering: SQL, PostgreSQL, Hadoop, HDFS, PySpark, AWS (EC2, EMR, S3, Athena)
- Tools & Frameworks: Mlflow, WANdB, Docker, Linux, Git/Github, Jupyter Notebooks, Google Colab
- Soft skills: IT Management, Communication and Presentation, Strategic Thinking and Planning, Mentorship and Coaching, Teamplay, Product Management, Team Management, Time management, Effective Communication and Collaboration,
Timeline
Chief Technology Officer - DigData Startup
10.2022 - Current
Senior Data Scientist - DigData Startup
05.2022 - 09.2022
Deep Learning Researcher - ADA University
03.2022 - Current
Machine Learning Instructor / Product Owner - Galactech School
10.2021 - 09.2022
Computer Vision Engineer - Crowthink
08.2021 - 12.2021
Well Integrity Intern -
01.2000 - 07.2021
ADA University & George Washington University - Master of Science, Computer Science And Data Analytics
Baku Higher Oil School - Bachelor of Science, Petroleum Engineering
ABB Tech - Machine Learning Professional Degree,
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