AI & Machine Learning Specialist
AI & Machine Learning Specialist with an MSc in Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning from the University of Birmingham, focused on applying advanced computational techniques to solve complex business problems and drive optimization.
Professional Summary
Results-driven Data Scientist and AI specialist, currently completing my MSc in Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning at the University of Birmingham. With a foundational background in Economics and Finance, I possess a unique perspective on applying advanced computational techniques to solve complex business problems. My passion lies in leveraging AI and ML to drive business optimization, automate processes, and extract actionable insights from data.
My professional experience is centered on designing, developing, and deploying end-to-end machine learning solutions. I have a proven track record of delivering significant business value, such as improving net revenue forecasting accuracy by 15% using N-BEATS models, reducing manual compliance analysis time by 40% through automation pipelines, and lowering operational costs by 10% with AI-driven process optimization. I am skilled in the full project lifecycle, from data ingestion and ETL pipeline construction to model training, deployment, and MLOps.
Professional Experience
Jul 2023 - Present
Data Scientist
Txool Evolución (Remote)
- Built machine learning-driven automation pipelines for SAP governance and compliance, reducing manual SoD checks by 40%.
- Applied process mining and ML analytics to COGS workflows for a global FMCG enterprise, enabling predictive insights and AI-driven redesign of business processes.
- Developed LLM-powered PDF parsers for financial data extraction, automating ETL workflows and improving accuracy in reporting pipelines.
- Designed Power BI dashboards integrated with ML models to deliver explainable insights to non-technical stakeholders.
Feb 2025 - Apr 2025
Intern (MCTI Programme)
Severn Trent (Birmingham, UK)
- Proposed an AI-integrated chitosan membrane concept for sustainable water treatment.
- Applied CRISP-DM methodology to assess feasibility, economic impact, and chemical reduction potential.
- Delivered a final team presentation to Severn Trent stakeholders.
- 📜 MCTI Programme Certificate
Feb 2023 - Jul 2023
Data Analyst
Zint3ch (Monterrey, NL, Mexico)
- Designed ETL pipelines on Azure Data Factory to feed ML-ready datasets into Microsoft Data Lake and Azure SQL.
- Implemented an NLP clustering model (BERTopic) in Python to classify duplicate SAP materials, improving master data governance.
- Delivered real-time Power BI dashboards backed by Azure pipelines for procurement and finance teams, embedding predictive analytics into reporting workflows.
- Worked in cross-functional teams to ensure ML and BI solutions addressed key business KPIs.
Jun 2022 - Dec 2022
Business Intelligence Intern
Globalization Partners (Remote)
- Built a time-series forecasting pipeline using Decision Tree Regressor and N-BEATS models to predict revenue with 6.23% MAPE, improving baseline forecasts by 15%.
- Automated retraining and monitoring workflows, ensuring model performance in dynamic growth environments.
- Developed an interactive Tableau dashboard for stakeholders, embedding ML outputs directly into business reporting.
Technical Skills
| Category | Technologies |
|---|---|
| Programming & Data | Python, SQL, Bash, pandas, NumPy |
| ML & Deep Learning | Scikit-learn, PyTorch, TensorFlow, HuggingFace Transformers, Optuna |
| LLMs & RAG | LangChain, Ollama, ChromaDB |
| Data Engineering & MLOps | PySpark, Spark, Azure Data Factory, Microsoft Fabric, ETL, Docker, Git, CI/CD, MLflow |
| BI & Visualization | Power BI, Tableau, Matplotlib |
Projects & Open Source
MSc Dissertation: Neuroevolutionary Framework for Financial Time Series Forecasting
Developed a framework using NEAT with Adaptive Operator Selection (AOS) for online forecasting under non-stationary conditions. Implemented reinforcement learning-based operator selection and integrated streaming evaluation tools.
FinRatioAnalysis (Python Package)
Developed and published a PyPI package for financial ratio analysis (returns, liquidity, leverage, Altman Z-Score, WACC). Used by developers and analysts to integrate quantitative finance metrics into workflows.
MRI Image Segmentation
Implemented K-means clustering algorithms for medical image segmentation, optimising cluster initialization and feature extraction techniques. Explored preprocessing, data normalization, and evaluation metrics for unsupervised biomedical image analysis.
Evolutionary Computation for Optimisation
Applied genetic algorithms to combinatorial optimisation problems, experimenting with mutation, crossover, and adaptive operator selection strategies. Produced reproducible results with modular Python implementations.
Certifications & Achievements
Professional Certifications
- • Scrum Master Certified (SMC) (2024-2027)
- • Enterprise Design Thinking Practitioner (IBM) (2022)
Technical Certifications
- • Scalable ML with Apache Spark (Databricks) (2023)
- • AWS Machine Learning Foundations (Udacity) (2021)
- • Power BI Analyst (Udemy) (2022)
Academic Certifications
Competitions & Awards
- • BEAR Challenge 2025 - Selected for 3-day HPC hackathon on Baskerville supercomputer
- • MCTI Programme Certificate - Severn Trent internship programme
Work Authorization
🇪🇺 European Union
EU Blue Card Eligible
Eligible to apply with valid employment contract (≥ 6 months) and salary above national threshold (typically ≥ 1.5× average gross salary). No employer sponsorship license required.
📋 Official EU Blue Card Info🇺🇸🇨🇦 United States & Canada
TN Visa Eligible (USMCA Professional)
Eligible for TN visa (USMCA Professional), allowing professional employment in the United States and Canada without employer sponsorship.
📋 TN Visa InfoEducation
2024 - 2025
MSc Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning
University of Birmingham, UK
Key Modules: Advanced Deep Learning, Computer Vision, Evolutionary Computation, NLP.
2019 - 2023
B.A. Economics & Finance
Universidad del Valle de México, Mexico
Get In Touch
I'm currently seeking new opportunities in Data Science and Machine Learning. Feel free to reach out if you'd like to connect!
Say Hello