Sainath Reddy Periyavaram

Email
periyavaramsainathreddy@gmail.com
Phone
+1 (518) 953-4622
Location

New York,NY, USA

About me

Hello, I'm Sainath Reddy, and I'm currently looking for full time positions as a Data Scientist or Machine Learning Engineer or AI / MLOPS Engineer . I hold a Master of Science in Business Analytics [degree] from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute ( RPI ), Troy, NY. I'm extremely passionate about leveraging cutting-edge technologies to solve complex problems through software development.

My academic journey began at Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University, where I obtained a bachelor's degree in Electronics and Communication Engineering, laying a solid groundwork in technical areas such as coding and data structures. Later, I delved into honing my management abilities, pursuing a Master of Business Administration (MBA) with specializations in Marketing and Finance. Through this program, I expanded my skill set and deepened my understanding of diverse industries including banking, finance, marketing, sales, and operations.

My journey in the world of technology has been truly exhilarating. I had the privilege of working at Neviton Softtech Pvt Ltd and HDFC Bank Ltd , where I worked on diverse real-time projects including data analytics, financial analytics, statistical analysis, regression and classification models, time series forecasting models, prediction models, NLP, computer vision, and as a backend Python developer. This experience allowed me to dive deep into cloud computing and build scalable solutions that can handle real-world challenges.

As a Research Assistant under Dr. Jason Kuruzovich at RPI, I participated in a real-time project focusing on ACV auctions. Our objective was to predict auction outcomes and analyze how aggregate market characteristics impact these results. This research substantially deepened my understanding of predictive AI models, especially in optimizing auction schedules within an auto auction marketplace. The overarching goal was to offer insights to improve decision-making within the market, showcasing its potential to shape the future.

My passion for technology extends beyond software development; I am equally enthralled by machine learning and research, particularly in Natural Language Processing (NLP) and Generative AI. My interest has led me to delve into crucial areas such as Gen AI, Large Language Models (LLMs), Transformers, Prompt Engineering, the Generative AI Project Life Cycle, LLM Fine-Tuning techniques, Parameter Efficient Fine-Tuning (PEFT), LoRA, Soft Prompts, Reinforcement Learning from Human Feedback (RLHF), LLM-powered applications, and Program-aided Language Models (PAL).

In addition to my technical abilities, I possess a diverse range of interests. I am an enthusiastic writer and find joy in crafting compelling stories. I prioritize physical fitness and enjoy engaging in workouts to maintain an active lifestyle. My creative pursuits extend to screenplay writing, where I explore storytelling through the lens of film. I also dabble in film editing, allowing me to express my creativity in various mediums.

What I excel in

Software Development

Professionally, I architect and engineer scalable, efficient, and distributed systems with cutting-edge technologies.
Data Science

I use data analytics, machine learning modelling, and statistical modeling to uncover insights from complex data, guiding data-driven decisions and innovation.
Research

I drive NLP research, using cutting-edge methods to advance language understanding and innovate in text processing and modeling.
Cloud Developer

I am passionate about creating infrastructure and deploying models at scale in the AWS cloud environment. I am committed to continuous learning and achieving certifications to excel in AWS cloud technologies, further enhancing my expertise and proficiency in this field.

Achievements

Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute

RENSSELAER'S 2023 FOUNDERS AWARD OF EXCELLENCE

This prestigious award recognizes students who exemplify strong academic performance, creativity, and leadership. Being among the top 1% of RPI students is a source of pride and marks a significant milestone in my Master’s degree journey.

Neviton Softech Private Limited

STAR OF THE QUARTER FOR THE PERIOD JAN TO MAR 2022

Received the Start of the Quarter award for delivering a cloud-based ML application within an aggressive 2.5-month timeline, leveraging Python, ML techniques, and AWS cloud services.

Neviton Softech Private Limited

STAR OF THE QUARTER FOR THE PERIOD JULY TO SEPT 2021

Received the Start of the Quarter award for delivering insightful visualizations using Python, SQL, Tableau, and the AWS stack to provide valuable business insights

Resume

Education

Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (R.P.I) Troy , NY , US
Masters of Science in Business Analytics ; GPA: 3.97 /4.00 Aug, 2022 - Dec, 2023
Foundations of Algorithm, Data Processing at Scale, Deep Learning, Statistical Machine Learning, Data Mining, Artificial Intelligence
Institute of Management Technology (I.M.T) Nagpur, India
Master of Business Administration ( M.B.A) May , 2014 - June , 2016
Statistics , Corporate Finance , Sales and Marketing , Risk Management ,Operations Research, Economics
Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University Anantapur, India
B.Tech in Electronics & Communication Engineering Jul, 2009 - Sep, 2013
Data Structures and Algorithms, Object-Oriented Programming, Database and Management Systems, Large Scale Data Systems,Operating Systems, Applied Linear Algebra

Experience

Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Troy ,NY, US
Graduate Research Assistant (AI Research) under Dr.Jason Kuruzovich May, 2023 - Aug, 2023
- Conducted in-depth quantitative research project on ACV Auctions, utilizing AI/ML models for forecasting auction trading price.
- Conducted a thorough analysis of online auctions, including the features of auctioned products and the surrounding content ecosystem, to extract valuable business insights. These insights were then translated into actionable strategic initiatives
- This research facilitated my brainstorming process on developing advanced machine learning models aimed at predicting vehicle valuation. Additionally, it helped me explore how shifts in valuation over time could be correlated with broader indicators of economic activity.
Neviton Softech Pvt Ltd Bangalore , India
Machine Learning Engineer Aug , 2019 - Sept , 2022
- Led comprehensive end-to-end data science projects using Python and AWS, ensuring effective scaling through cloud. Designed, deployed, and managed applications in Amazon Web Services cloud platform by virtualization technologies. Collaborated with cross-functional engineers to design, build, and implement scalable generalized ML models and features.
- Spearheaded the construction of cloud-based infrastructure, utilizing distributed computing techniques to optimize processes. Developed and monitored CI/CD pipelines for automated image builds in enterprise software development environments. Actively engaged in advancing technology in big data processing and successfully conducted proof of concept evaluations.
- Demonstrated end-to-end ownership of diverse data science projects, implementing machine learning algorithms, including neural networks for computer vision and natural language processing (NLP) projects. Utilized GPU and distributed computing to enhance performance and scalability.
HDFC Bank Ltd. Nagpur, India
Data Engineer, Analyst May, 2016 - Jun, 2018
- Performed thorough financial analysis to optimize the portfolio, leading to enhanced product services. Evaluated client business models and proposed working capital limits encompassing both fund and non-fund-based limits.
- Utilized advanced analytical techniques, including sourcing, data wrangling, data mining, and cleaning, to efficiently craft refined datasets from multiple structured and unstructured data sources. This involved extraction, manipulation, and thorough data exploration to ensure the quality and integrity of the datasets.
- Proficiently crafted real-time Power BI dashboards to present actionable insights through insightful data visualizations. Offered an objective perspective with robust business acumen to reveal insights and provide advice on strategic decisions.