Ethan Lavis
Burnaby,BC
Summary
As a recent graduate with a strong foundation in machine learning and data science, I am eager to leverage my academic knowledge and hands-on experience to contribute to innovative projects and impactful data solutions as a Data Scientist. My background includes designing and implementing data-driven solutions for various business challenges, with expertise in predictive modeling, artificial intelligence, machine learning, and big data technologies. I bring strong analytical thinking, problem-solving skills, and the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights, aiming to enhance efficiency and effectiveness within a dynamic team.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Site Supervisor
Cambria Design Build
Toronto, Ontario
06.2023 - 09.2023
- Managed and coordinated a renovation project, successfully organizing daily work flow to ensure on-time completion while staying within budget and addressing multiple on-site challenges experienced by various trades.
- Conducted regular inspections of work sites to ensure compliance with safety regulations, including hazard identification and risk assessment.
- Monitored construction works progress against contract requirements, identifying discrepancies. Reported issues and delays promptly to upper management.
Lead Developer
Systemiai
Toronto, Ontario
09.2022 - 12.2022
- Planned, designed, and executed the development of Interano, a cutting-edge marketing app
- Developed a streamlined user experience through the implementation of flutter and a well-structured API system.
- Resolved complex technical issues in a timely manner.
System Integration Engineer
Prodomax Automation
Toronto, Ontario
05.2022 - 09.2022
- Achieved more efficient departmental operations by developing a desktop application that utilizes a database connection to sort and filter job data.
- Enhanced efficiency by resolving technical issues and creating customized VBA macros for multiple departments.
- Streamlined productivity by automating code scrubbing procedures with Python, freeing up employee hours
Project Coordinator
Plan Group
Toronto, Ontario
01.2021 - 09.2021
- Spearheaded the development and execution of an all-inclusive education initiative for Trimble XR10 headset, successfully improving overall training effectiveness and minimizing on-site training duration across multinational corporations.
- Ensured accurate modifications to AutoCAD drawings for Audio Visual system designs
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to define requirements for new initiatives, contributing by conducting risk assessments and identifying potential issues that could hinder project success.
Data Analyst
Magna International
Toronto, Ontario
06.2020 - 09.2020
- Identified inconsistencies and errors by utilizing custom VBA macros to analyze utility data from over +350 global plants, encompassing more than +50,000 lines of information.
- Translated raw data into meaningful information using statistical techniques.
- Developed custom data models and algorithms to apply to data sets, enhancing business operations.
Education
Master of Science - Robotics And Artificial Intelligence
University of Glasgow
08.2024
Bachelor of Technology - Automation Engineering Technology
McMaster University
Hamilton, ON12.2022
Skills
Languages and Libraries:
- Python
- C
- OpenAI
- Jupyter Notebooks
- Git
- PyTorch
- CUDA
- Keras
- TensorFlow
- Pandas
- Scikit-Learn
- OpenCV
Framework and Computer skills:
- Data Analytics
- Data Modeling
- Data Visualization
- Statistical Analysis
- Deep Learning
- Machine Learning
- Artificial Intelligence
- Large Language Models (LLM)
- Generative AI (GenAI)
- Conversational Interfaces
- Natural Language Processing (NLP)
- Amazon Web Services (AWS)
- Neural Networks
- Realtime Programming
- Feature Engineering
- Computer Vision
Soft Skills:
- Attention to Detail
- Self Motivation
- Organizational Skills
- Excellent Communication
- Time Management
- Problem-solving abilities
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Continuous Improvement
Certification
- Modern Computer Vision GPT PyTorch Keras OpencCV4 in 2024, Udemy, 28.5 hours, 02/09/2024
- A Deep Understanding of Deep Learning, Udemy, 57.5 hours, 17/09/2024
Accomplishments
Automatic License Plate Recognition for Smart Home Garage, May 2024 - Sept 2024
· Researched Optical Character Recognition (OCR) and Object Detection techniques for Automatic License Plate Recognition
· Optimized the garage door opening process of a smart home through the deployment of ALPR models onto microcontrollers.
· Conducted research into state-of-the-art techniques such as transfer learning to fine-tune deep learning models for object detection and classification.
Machine Health Monitoring with Machine Learning, Sept 2022 - Dec 2022
· Utilized machine learning techniques to create models that effectively analyze motor performance and anticipate potential failure using vibration information
· Strengthened research and development abilities by extensively researching and testing, resulting in the identification of the optimal model architecture
· Conducted hyperparameter tuning to enhance model performance.
Hyper Parameter Research for Tissue Patch Clustering, Sept 2023 - Dec 2024
· Analyzed and identified the best approach for classifying tissue patch images through research on model selection and hyperparameter tuning
· Conducted parametric experiments with diverse unsupervised clustering models and hyperparameters
· Evaluated model performance by creating metric plots for accuracy, precision, recall, F1 score and AUC.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Site Supervisor
Cambria Design Build
06.2023 - 09.2023
Lead Developer
Systemiai
09.2022 - 12.2022
System Integration Engineer
Prodomax Automation
05.2022 - 09.2022
Project Coordinator
Plan Group
01.2021 - 09.2021
Data Analyst
Magna International
06.2020 - 09.2020
Master of Science - Robotics And Artificial Intelligence
University of Glasgow
Bachelor of Technology - Automation Engineering Technology
McMaster University
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