Sam Gende
Machine Learning Engineer
Dortmund
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
23
23
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Machine Learning Research Assistant
Fraunhofer IML
Dortmund
4 2023 - 09.2024
- Developing an innovative bin packing model that integrates transformers and reinforcement learning, aiming to optimize packing efficiency to match heuristic methods and improve computation time by 20%
- Created a machine learning application that achieved a 10% load reduction in warehouse worker strain, enhancing operational efficiency and workplace safety
- Engineered a comprehensive machine learning solution, including database, server, and frontend development, enabling warehouse managers to effectively utilize strain reduction models
- Conducted a literature review of over 50 research papers to identify and implement the most effective machine learning methods for the worker strain reduction application
- Collaborated with a team of German and Austrian researchers on a project focused on reducing worker strain in warehouses, demonstrating strong cross-cultural communication and teamwork skills in a German business environment.
Wavelet Based Clustering of DAS Data
Bachelors Thesis, TU Dortmund
Dortmund
05.2024 - 09.2024
- Implemented an unsupervised clustering model to mute car noise in DAS data, increasing the local signal-to-noise ratio from 5.00 to 36.5
- Reduced processing time by 99.5% by optimizing CWT code for a GPU
- Trained an auto-encoder to reduce feature size by 80%, resulting in decreased processing time and memory usage.
Deep Reinforcement Learning With Atari
Uni Project, TU Dortmund
Dortmund
10.2023 - 01.2024
- Collaborated with four students to re-implement the original PPO research paper
- Trained a reinforcement learning agent to fly 120 meters through obstacles
- Created heat maps to make the agent's decisions fully explainable, reducing debugging time by 30%.
Software Development Intern
SkyGen USA
Milwaukee
06.2021 - 08.2021
- Localized 100% of a shopping portal's text, allowing thousands of customers to access the portal in their preferred language
- Participated in a rigorous learning program focused on TypeScript and Angular framework, developing two prototype applications that increased development speed by 25%
- Gained initial experience working in a team of developers and using agile methodology.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
TU Dortmund
Dortmund, Germany 05.2021 - 09.2024
Early College Credit - Computer Science
Milwaukee School of Engineering
Milwaukee 04.2001 - 05.2021
Skills
Python
Pytorch
Weights & Biases
Git
Typescript
Angular
Java
LATEX
Data Collection
Research Paper Writing
Activitiesawards
- DLab: Digital Technology Management Program
- Milwaukee School of Engineering Honor Role
- Valedictorian
Communication Skills
- English
- German(Fluent C1 level)
Timeline
Wavelet Based Clustering of DAS Data
Bachelors Thesis, TU Dortmund
05.2024 - 09.2024
Deep Reinforcement Learning With Atari
Uni Project, TU Dortmund
10.2023 - 01.2024
Software Development Intern
SkyGen USA
06.2021 - 08.2021
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
TU Dortmund
05.2021 - 09.2024
Early College Credit - Computer Science
Milwaukee School of Engineering
04.2001 - 05.2021
Machine Learning Research Assistant
Fraunhofer IML
4 2023 - 09.2024
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