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Javad Manashti

Javad Manashti

Montreal,Canada

Summary

Experienced Data Scientist with a strong background in deep learning, machine learning, and computer vision. Proficient in Python, MATLAB, VBA, SQL, and cloud platforms such as AWS and Azure. Skilled at extracting insights from large datasets, creating compelling visualizations, and presenting results to stakeholders. Demonstrated ability to drive business value through the use of data-driven approaches. Adept at problem-solving and decision-making, with a focus on finding practical solutions to complex data challenges.

Work History

Machine Learning & AI Specialist

RankWorks
06.2022 - Current
  • Design and develop machine learning applications using Python
  • Research and implement appropriate machine learning algorithms and tools
  • Run machine learning tests and experiments to assess performance and accuracy
  • Perform statistical analysis and fine-tuning of models using test results
  • Train and retrain systems as necessary to improve performance
  • Extend and improve existing machine learning libraries and frameworks
  • Use Flask API to provide a backend API server for an updated SQL database with machine learning models
  • Use Azure, Google Cloud, and AWS VMs to run Python codes and SQL servers using Dockers (in Linux and Windows Server)
  • Use APIs to connect to social media platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, LinkedIn, TikTok, and YouTube to collect metric data for each customer
    Study and transform data science prototypes into machine learning systems

Intégration De Données Géomatiques

JCMB Technologie Inc
05.2021 - 06.2022
  • Analyze, interpret, and digitize the information from the CN rail network (RNDM) contained in the original documents, according to the standards and procedures in force

Research Assistant

ETS University
09.2017 - 05.2022
  • Investigating and validating different methods for extracting image features to determine material particle size:
  • Statistical image processing methods such as Haralick, the Histogram of Oriented Gradients (HOG), and Entropy
  • Frequency-based image processing, including Haar wavelets, Fourier transforms, and Gabor filters
  • Local patterns detection in images such as Local Binary Patterns (LBP), Local Configuration Patterns (LCP), Completed Local Binary Patterns (CLBP) (first time in Geotechnical Engineering)
  • Create and develop PSDNet, as a convolutional neural network model, for image particle sizing
  • Evaluation of 15 pretrained ConvNet models as feature extractors and transfer learning to do particle sizing using images
  • Design and implementation of Flir thermal imaging camera capturing system for Ville-Marie tunnel

Research Assistant

Concordia University
09.2016 - 08.2017
  • Analyzing Climate Change in Eight Quebec Ecozones and Validating NASA NEX Data (Princeton GMFD) by downloading, processing, and analyzing 12TB of historical and predicted climate data using R, Python, and MATLAB
  • Freeze and Thaw analysis for the Quebec grid

Research and Teaching Assistant

Razi University
05.2003 - 08.2016
  • Designing, developing, and implementing innovative hardware and software projects, including:
  • •Control and remote monitoring of an automatic wireless irrigation system (installed in 60,000 m2)
  • •Automated wireless monitoring and controlling hydroponics system o Automated weather station
  • •Greenhouse controlling system with remote monitoring (Installed in more than 30 greenhouses)
  • The invention of new sensors including soil moisture sensors, wind meters, image processing sensors for detecting water levels, and capacitance sensors for detecting water levels
  • Detect soil moisture patterns using image processing
  • Presented and published more than 27 papers in conferences and journals
  • Registered more than 15 patents
  • Write a book "Practical training VBA in AutoCAD, Excel and Word"
  • Graduate and undergraduate lab teaching

Education

Ph.D. - Geotechnical and Geoenvironmental Engineering

École De Technologie Supérieure (ÉTS), Montreal, QC
2022

Size Analyses of Soils Based on Image Analysis Techniques and Machine Learning

Master and bachelor’s degree - water engineering

University of Razi
2014

Skills

SKILLS & SPECIALTIES

  • Artificial Intelligence (AI)
  • Deep learning: Proficiency in developing, validating, and optimizing deep learning models, including convolutional neural networks (CNNs), long short-term memory (LSTM) networks, and natural language processing (NLP) models using Python, MATLAB, and CNTK Experience training models using GPUs and NVIDIA CUDA, as well as in cloud Proficiency in using popular deep learning frameworks such as TensorFlow and PyTorch
  • Machine learning: Strong experience in developing supervised machine learning algorithms, including neural networks, linear regression, and support vector machines (SVMs) Experience in fine-tuning parameters, training and validating machine learning systems, and improving models through statistical analysis and testing
  • Computer vision: Skill in exploring, processing, and analyzing images, as well as developing, evaluating, and optimizing computer vision models Expertise in detecting statistical, frequency-based, and local patterns in image feature extraction Experience using convolutional neural networks and pretrained convolutional models for feature extraction and transfer learning Skills in object detection and segmentation
  • Programming: Strong scripting and programming skills Expertise in Python, including popular ML frameworks such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, Keras, and Scikit-Learn, as well as data analysis libraries (such as NumPy, SciPy, and Pandas) and data visualization libraries Expertise in MATLAB for deep learning, machine learning, computer vision, and data analysis Ability to write queries in SQL and familiarity with NoSQL (Cloud Firestore) Expertise in using Visual Basic for Applications (VBA) to automate tasks in Excel, Word, Access, and AutoCAD
  • Data analysis: Expertise in data analysis, including building models to solve real-world problems and collecting, integrating, validating, analyzing, and reporting data Experience with data accuracy analysis, troubleshooting, and problem resolution Skills in data cleaning and missing data identification and research Direct experience in supervised learning, including regression, classification, and time series analysis Ability to utilize statistical and machine learning methods to solve problems Experience in data processing and visualization development
  • Research: Understanding of academic papers and state-of-the-art algorithms for specific problems, especially in deep/machine learning, computer vision, and convolutional neural networks
  • Big data: Experience in analyzing and processing large datasets (>12TB) using R and Python, including NASA NEX datasets
  • Cloud computing: Experience in building and deploying deep learning models on Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Microsoft Azure, and familiarity with Google Cloud Working knowledge of related tools, databases, and virtual machines

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Timeline

Machine Learning & AI Specialist - RankWorks
06.2022 - Current
Intégration De Données Géomatiques - JCMB Technologie Inc
05.2021 - 06.2022
Research Assistant - ETS University
09.2017 - 05.2022
Research Assistant - Concordia University
09.2016 - 08.2017
Research and Teaching Assistant - Razi University
05.2003 - 08.2016
École De Technologie Supérieure (ÉTS) - Ph.D., Geotechnical and Geoenvironmental Engineering
University of Razi - Master and bachelor’s degree, water engineering
Javad Manashti