Siddhant Rai — Lead ML Engineer

If you have an interesting problem, we can ponder over the possible solution. 😊 Hello! 👋 I'm a seasoned professional with expertise in Computer Vision, where I've worked on projects ranging from Optical Character Recognition (OCR) to satellite image analysis. Additionally, I specialize in Natural Language Processing (NLP), with experience in tasks like Named Entity Recognition and generative chatbots. My problem-solving skills, honed through meta-heuristic algorithms like genetic algorithms, are ready to tackle challenges. 💡🔍 I hold a deep passion for continuously learning 📚, understanding and applying new things. Beyond my technical pursuits, I have a keen interest in philosophy 📖(from Absurdism to Advaita, count me in for discussions) and love immersing myself in books that explore profound ideas. In my leisure time, I also enjoy solving puzzles and Rubik's cubes. 🧩 Love to play football ⚽ & badminton 🏸. Throughout my career, I've achieved significant milestones 🏆. In the realm of Computer Vision, I've ventured into diverse domains, from digitizing schematic diagrams to developing end-to-end safety solutions in production environments. My NLP journey has included projects like document-level Named Entity Recognition and harnessing Langchain and llama-index for innovative solutions. 🚀🌐 What sets me apart are my proficiency in Data Structures and Algorithms, reinforced by my competitive coding endeavors. Currently ranked within the top 1400 on HackerRank globally, I take pride in coding solutions from scratch. This includes crafting multi-layered Artificial Neural Networks and implementing custom Genetic Algorithms for tasks like game AI (e.g., Pong and Flappy Bird). I'm also dedicated to implementing research papers 📝 and creating custom architectures tailored to business needs, whether in the realm of vision (e.g., custom-ViT and similarity architectures, NeRF) or NLP (e.g., custom-LSTM with attention across time-space). My approach to problem-solving is deeply rooted in first principles, aiming for simple yet highly effective solutions. 💻🧠 Presently, my focus lies in implementing cutting-edge research and exploring opportunities for collaboration 🤝. I'm eager to work with like-minded professionals who share a passion for pushing boundaries and driving innovation. Let's connect and explore the possibilities together! 🚀 Feel free to reach out and connect with me. You can contact me at rsiddhant73@gmail.com. I'm looking forward to engaging with fellow professionals who are as passionate about technology and innovation as I am. 📧👥

Stackforce AI infers this person is a Machine Learning and Computer Vision expert with a focus on innovative solutions across various industries.

Experience: 6 yrs 1 mo

Skills

Computer Vision
Natural Language Processing (nlp)
Data Science

Career Highlights

Expert in Computer Vision and NLP with diverse project experience.
Proficient in Data Structures and Algorithms, ranked top 1400 on HackerRank.
Innovative problem solver with a focus on first principles.

Work Experience

Siemens

Technology Expert (5 mos)

Lead Research Engineer (1 yr 3 mos)

Research engineer - Machine learning (2 yrs 2 mos)

Research Professional (on contract) (11 mos)

OpenMined

Applied Researcher (10 mos)

Sateek .co

Mentor (1 yr 8 mos)

HealthFlex

Technical Mentor (1 yr 6 mos)

Springworks

Technical Consultant (2 mos)

Springworks

Mentor (2 mos)

Springworks

Machine Learning Engineer (2 mos)

Software Engineer Intern (1 yr)

Self-employed

Freelance (5 yrs 4 mos)

Astute Resolutions

Machine Learning Intern (2 mos)

Education

Bachelor of Technology - BTech at Random tier 3 college

12th at City Montessori School

10th at City Montessori School

Siddhant Rai

Lead ML Engineer

India6 yrs 1 mo experience

Most Likely To SwitchHighly Stable

Key Highlights

Expert in Computer Vision and NLP with diverse project experience.
Proficient in Data Structures and Algorithms, ranked top 1400 on HackerRank.
Innovative problem solver with a focus on first principles.

Stackforce AI infers this person is a Machine Learning and Computer Vision expert with a focus on innovative solutions across various industries.

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Skills

Core Skills

Computer VisionNatural Language Processing (nlp)Data Science

Other Skills

Instance SegmentationVisual Quality InspectionTime-Series ForecastingTrajectory ModelingInformation ExtractionIntellectual PropertyIndustrial OptimizationLanguage Model Models (LLMs)Metaverse ApplicationsAccessibility Techniques3D-ConvolutionGenetic AlgorithmsFrontend DevelopmentBackend DevelopmentLSTM

About

Experience

6 yrs 1 mo

Total Experience

3 yrs 8 mos

Average Tenure

5 yrs 4 mos

Current Experience

Siemens

4 roles

Technology Expert

Promoted

Jan 2026 – Present · 5 mos

Lead Research Engineer

Promoted

Oct 2024 – Jan 2026 · 1 yr 3 mos

Research engineer - Machine learning

Promoted

Aug 2022 – Oct 2024 · 2 yrs 2 mos

1. Implemented instance segmentation techniques for wire localization and assignment, optimizing board assembly processes.
2. Spearheaded zero-shot visual quality inspections on textured images, ensuring high product standards.
3. Pioneered time-series forecasting and trajectory modeling for efficient vehicle routing, while also developing interactive dashboards for anomaly detection and trend visualization.
4. Innovated schematic diagram digitization by creating custom information extraction modules for structured and unstructured documents.
5. Contributed to intellectual property with multiple invention disclosures, focusing on topics such as industrial optimization and leveraging Language Model Models (LLMs) for industrial applications as well as metaverse.
Key Skills: Instance Segmentation, Visual Quality Inspection, Time-Series Forecasting, Trajectory Modeling, Information Extraction, Intellectual Property, Industrial Optimization, Language Model Models (LLMs), Metaverse Applications

Instance SegmentationVisual Quality InspectionTime-Series ForecastingTrajectory ModelingInformation ExtractionIntellectual Property+5

Research Professional (on contract)

Aug 2021 – Jul 2022 · 11 mos

Openmined

Applied Researcher

Aug 2025 – Present · 10 mos

Sateek .co

Mentor

Oct 2024 – Present · 1 yr 8 mos · Remote

mentorship over the topics related to ML/DL, genAI, philosophy, learning and self-improvement.

Healthflex

Technical Mentor

Jan 2024 – Jul 2025 · 1 yr 6 mos · Bengaluru, Karnataka, India · Remote

Springworks

Technical Consultant

Jan 2023 – Mar 2023 · 2 mos · Remote

1. Assisted in development of LLM-powered chatbots.

Springworks

Mentor

Nov 2021 – Jan 2022 · 2 mos

Mentored interns, ensuring code quality and offering technical support to foster their growth.
Delivered comprehensive explanations of various deep learning algorithms, building a strong foundation from the ground up.
Keywords: Mentored, Code Quality, Technical Support, Deep Learning Algorithms, Fundamentals.

Springworks

2 roles

Machine Learning Engineer

May 2021 – Jul 2021 · 2 mos

1. Developed a resume parsing service, employing rule-based and custom LSTM architecture with attention mechanisms to extract essential information from resumes and CVs, enhancing information retrieval efficiency.
2. Worked on the creation of a Job recommendation engine, leveraging resume data and previous performance metrics to optimize job matches with job descriptions, enhancing candidate placement accuracy.
3. Worked on the development of a Multiple Choice Question and Answer generation system for a trivia bot, harnessing advanced techniques including GPT-3 and prompt engineering, resulting in engaging and dynamic quiz experiences.
4. Engineered a service for precise information extraction from TikTok profiles, utilizing user IDs and additional parameters such as timeframe and likes, streamlining data retrieval for targeted analysis.
Keywords: Resume parsing, Information retrieval, Custom LSTM architecture, NER, Job recommendation engine, Performance metrics, Multiple Choice Questions, Answer generation, Trivia bot, GPT-3, Prompt engineering, Information extraction, TikTok, User profiles.

Software Engineer Intern

May 2020 – May 2021 · 1 yr

1. Conducted satellite image segmentation using advanced algorithms to assess lawn area, optimizing cost estimates for mowing and plowing services.
2. Developed custom architectures and backend systems to extract entities from government documents, enabling seamless e-verification for Aadhar card, PAN card, and more.
3. Established a face matching service by integrating document proofs and applicant selfies, enhancing identity verification processes.

Self-employed

Freelance

Feb 2021 – Present · 5 yrs 4 mos

Utilized HamNoSys to Sigml conversion techniques to enhance accessibility for individuals with speech disabilities, ensuring seamless video communication.
Implemented 3D-convolution based architecture for multi-label classification.
Applied Genetic Algorithms to optimize online learning from diverse environments, enhancing adaptability and performance.
Spearheaded front and backend development, integrating speech-assisted form filling for improved user experiences, accessibility, and efficiency.

Astute resolutions

Machine Learning Intern

Aug 2019 – Oct 2019 · 2 mos · Lucknow Area, India

Developed surveillance algorithms, including camera temperature detection and fire/smoke detection, enhancing safety measures.
Spearheaded a parallel parking project, configuring both backend and UI components. Devised an algorithm for optimal vehicle positioning within tight parking spaces.
Utilized TensorFlow and OpenCV extensively for seamless implementation of computer vision solutions.
Keywords: Surveillance algorithms, Camera temperature detection, Fire and smoke detection, Parallel parking, Backend configuration, UI development, Vehicle positioning algorithm, TensorFlow, OpenCV, Computer vision solutions.