Research Scientist in Machine Learning, Sep 2022 - Nov 2022
Meta
Identified, extracted, and transformed additional features (feature engineering) and implemented representation learning of their interactions for an ads ranking algorithm in production. Revised the model to include the new features, which led to an increase of 1% in ads click-through rates.
Developed test data pipelines in Tianshuo for training online reinforcement learning model for ads ranking implemented in production to overcome over/under-fitting.
Implemented unit and integration tests to effectively test machine learning systems.
Venture Capital Associate, May 2018 - Dec 2018
Vestigo Ventures (Cogo Labs), Cambridge, MA,
Developed a proprietary machine learning application using web scrapping, natural language processing and machine learning ensemble methods to identify viral financial technology startups that are aligned with Vestigo Ventures investment thesis. Application creation led to a sizable investment in fast-growing startups in fintech.
Created an analytic dashboard for each portfolio company to break down their top competitors with insights based on their web traction, search engine marketing, and email strategies in order to monitor their market perspectives.
Interviewed startup founders for future investments. Performed due diligence and conducted autonomous market analysis on prospective deals. Wrote comprehensive deal memos.
Met with top leaders in fintech industry in order to research vanguard technologies such as blockchain, artificial intelligence, and their financial applications.
Energy Analytics Intern, Feb 2016 - Apr 2016
AdaptiveAlgo Systems Inc. Boston, MA,
Utilized statistical and machine learning techniques including regression, support vector machine, classification, and clustering - using R Programming Language and Python - for anomaly detection and pattern recognition in energy consumption.
Created graphs, tutorials, and case study papers to present data analytics in a user-friendly format.
Data Intelligence Intern, July 2014 - Dec 2014
Enel X (EnerNOC), Boston, MA
Conducted in-depth data analysis to detect faulty electrical meters and recommend business actions based on analytical findings.
Developed an algorithm using R Programming Language to set up the high read threshold applicable to all data streams for identifying outliers and presenting them as anomalous spikes.
Wrote programs to automate the process of extracting, aggregating, and transforming large data sets using SQL queries, generating reports, and creating dashboards on key statistics and financial grade metrics for executive audiences.
Sales Analyst, Mar 2010 - Aug 2011
Pakfam, Tehran, Iran
Performed in-depth analysis of sales data to detect trends and model customer buying patterns.
Conducted sales channel analysis to estimate the channels’ effectiveness. Effectively communicated the results of analysis to sales managers.