I'm Clarion Isige, a Python developer with AI/ML experience and a background in scientific computing. I build scalable AI solutions and deploy them using Docker, while optimizing CI/CD pipelines for machine learning workflows. I enjoy leveraging deep learning frameworks and no-code/low-code tools to deliver impactful solutions and drive data-driven decision-making across projects. I am passionate about AI and its practical applications, and I strive to deliver robust, maintainable software that enables teams to move fast and intelligently. My goal is to translate complex data problems into accessible solutions that stakeholders can act on with confidence.

Clarion Isige

I'm Clarion Isige, a Python developer with AI/ML experience and a background in scientific computing. I build scalable AI solutions and deploy them using Docker, while optimizing CI/CD pipelines for machine learning workflows. I enjoy leveraging deep learning frameworks and no-code/low-code tools to deliver impactful solutions and drive data-driven decision-making across projects. I am passionate about AI and its practical applications, and I strive to deliver robust, maintainable software that enables teams to move fast and intelligently. My goal is to translate complex data problems into accessible solutions that stakeholders can act on with confidence.

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I’m Clarion Isige, a Python developer with AI/ML experience and a background in scientific computing. I build scalable AI solutions and deploy them using Docker, while optimizing CI/CD pipelines for machine learning workflows. I enjoy leveraging deep learning frameworks and no-code/low-code tools to deliver impactful solutions and drive data-driven decision-making across projects.

I am passionate about AI and its practical applications, and I strive to deliver robust, maintainable software that enables teams to move fast and intelligently. My goal is to translate complex data problems into accessible solutions that stakeholders can act on with confidence.

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Language

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Work Experience

GenAI Specialist Consultant at Wise & Agile Solutions
August 1, 2025 - September 9, 2025
GenAI specialist consultant focusing on AI governance and generative AI initiatives.
AI Engineer at Upwork
April 1, 2025 - Present
Freelance AI Engineer delivering AI/ML projects via the Upwork platform.
Data Science Intern at ICEA LION Group
March 1, 2025 - September 9, 2025
Utilized Domo to create insightful visualizations, built ML models on IBM Cloud, created churn models, explored integration of large language models for AI governance, and deployed a RAG-enhanced chatbot for governance queries.
Applied Data Analyst at Education Development Trust
January 1, 2023 - September 9, 2025
Provided data analysis to support leadership decisions for education reforms; conducted stakeholder analysis and reporting using Excel.
Data Science Intern at ICEA LION Group
March 31, 2025 - September 10, 2025
Utilized Domo to create insightful visualizations that identified key trends and effectively communicated findings to stakeholders. Built and deployed machine learning models for regression and clustering on IBM Cloud, achieving prediction accuracies exceeding 75%. Constructed churn models to identify churn rate and features that influence motor insurance uptake, improving marketing efforts. Researched and proposed integration of large language models to inform the AI Governance Strategy. Deployed a fault-tolerant and containerized RAG-enhanced chatbot to address employee queries on data governance and human resource queries. Initiated the concept of a dedicated data analytics day to foster knowledge sharing and drive innovation within the team and training data champions to foster data-driven decisions and culture.
Freelance AI Engineer at Upwork
April 1, 2025 - Present
Freelance AI Engineer delivering AI/ML solutions, building and deploying models, and collaborating with clients to address data-driven needs.
GenAI Specialist Consultant at Wise & Agile Solutions
August 1, 2025 - September 10, 2025
GenAI Specialist Consultant focusing on Generative AI strategy, solution design, and implementation for business processes.
Applied Data Analyst at Education Development Trust
January 31, 2023 - September 10, 2025
Provided technical expertise in data analysis to the Presidential Working Party on Education Reforms in Kenya, enhancing decision-making processes. Conducted in-depth analysis of stakeholder submissions aligned with Terms of Reference, utilizing Excel. Collaborated effectively with diverse teams and co-workers, developing strong networking skills.
GenAI Specialist Consultant at Wise & Agile Solutions
August 31, 2025 - September 10, 2025
GenAI Specialist Consultant supporting client initiatives in generative AI strategy, model selection, and deployment planning.
AI Engineer at Upwork
April 1, 2025 - Present
Freelance AI Engineer delivering AI/ML solutions, building scalable AI systems, and assisting clients with deployment pipelines and governance.
Data Science Intern at ICEA LION Group
March 31, 2025 - September 10, 2025
Utilized Domo to create insightful visualizations; built ML models for regression and clustering on IBM Cloud with 75%+ accuracy; constructed churn models; researched AI governance and deployed a RAG-enhanced chatbot; fostered data-driven decisions.
Applied Data Analyst at Education Development Trust
January 31, 2023 - September 10, 2025
Provided technical data analysis to the Presidential Working Party on Education Reforms; conducted in-depth analysis of stakeholder submissions; collaborated with diverse teams to enhance decision-making.
GenAI Specialist Consultant at Wise & Agile Solutions
August 1, 2025 - October 15, 2025
Architecting AI-driven scientific workflow automation using LangChain and Python. Employed pytest to test data pipelines and AI integrations. Utilized Docker containers for reproducible computational and system environments.
AI Engineer at Upwork Freelance AI Engineer
April 1, 2025 - Present
Built Python-based data collection and transformation pipelines for scraping LLM training datasets. Applied Unix command-line tools to automate data preparation and simulation workflows. Developed scripts for data parsing and validation with error-handling mechanisms.
Data Science Intern at ICEA LION Group
March 1, 2025 - October 15, 2025
Utilized Domo to create insightful visualizations identifying key trends; built and deployed regression and clustering models on IBM Cloud with >75% accuracy; developed churn models; proposed integration of large language models to inform AI Governance; deployed a fault-tolerant RAG-enhanced chatbot for data governance and HR queries; initiated a dedicated data analytics day to foster knowledge sharing.
Applied Data Analyst at Education Development Trust
January 1, 2023 - October 15, 2025
Provided technical expertise in data analysis to the Presidential Working Party on Education Reforms in Kenya; conducted in-depth analysis of stakeholder submissions aligned with Terms of Reference; collaborated with diverse teams.
GenAI Specialist Consultant at Wise & Agile Solutions
August 31, 2025 - October 24, 2025
Architecting AI-driven scientific workflow automation using LangChain and Python. Employed pytest to test data pipelines and AI integrations. Utilized Docker containers for reproducible computational and system environments.
Freelance AI Engineer at Upwork
April 1, 2025 - Present
Built Python-based data collection and transformation pipelines for scraping LLM training datasets. Applied Unix command-line tools to automate data preparation and simulation workflows. Developed scripts for data parsing and validation with error-handling mechanisms.
Data Science Intern at ICEA LION Group
March 31, 2025 - October 24, 2025
Utilized Domo to create insightful visualizations that identified key trends and effectively communicated findings to stakeholders. Built and deployed machine learning models for regression and clustering on IBM Cloud, achieving prediction accuracies exceeding 75%. Constructed churn models to identify churn rate and features that influence motor insurance uptake. Researched and proposed integration of large language models to inform the AI Governance Strategy, demonstrating a strong passion for generative AI. Deployed a fault-tolerant and containerized RAG-enhanced chatbot to address employee queries on data governance and human resource queries. Initiated the concept of a dedicated data analytics day to foster knowledge sharing and drive innovation within the team and training data champions to foster data-driven decisions and culture.
Applied Data Analyst at Education Development Trust
January 31, 2023 - October 24, 2025
Provided technical expertise in data analysis to the Presidential Working Party on Education Reforms in Kenya, enhancing decision-making processes. Conducted in-depth analysis of stakeholder submissions aligned with recommended Terms of Reference, utilizing Excel. Collaborated effectively with diverse teams and co-workers, developing strong networking skills.
Data Science Engineer at Upwork
April 1, 2025 - Present
Built Python-based data collection and transformation pipelines for scraping LLM training datasets. Applied Unix command-line tools to automate data preparation and simulation workflows. Developed scripts for data parsing and validation with error-handling mechanisms.
Data Science Intern at ICEA LION Group
June 1, 2024 - March 31, 2025
Utilized Domo to create insightful visualizations that identified key trends and effectively communicated findings to stakeholders. Built and deployed machine learning models for regression and clustering on IBM Cloud, achieving prediction accuracies exceeding 75%. Constructed churn models to identify churn rate and features that influence motor insurance uptake improving marketing efforts. Researched and proposed integration of large language models to inform the AI Governance Strategy, demonstrating a strong passion for generative AI. Deployed a fault-tolerant and containerized RAG-enhanced chatbot to address employee queries on data governance and human resource queries. Initiated the concept of a dedicated data analytics day to foster knowledge sharing and drive innovation within the team and training data champions to foster data-driven decisions and culture.
Applied Data Analyst at Education Development Trust
November 1, 2022 - January 31, 2023
Provided technical expertise in data analysis to the Presidential Working Party on Education Reforms in Kenya, enhancing decision-making processes. Conducted in-depth analysis of stakeholder submissions aligned with recommended Terms of Reference, utilizing Excel. Collaborated effectively with diverse teams and co-workers, developing strong networking skills.

Education

Bachelor's degree at University of Nairobi
August 1, 2020 - June 1, 2024
Applied AI Lab: Deep Learning For Computer Vision at WorldQuant University
January 1, 2024 - December 1, 2024
AI Policy and Governance at Artificial Intelligence East Africa
May 1, 2025 - August 1, 2025
AI Policy and Governance at Artificial Intelligence East Africa
May 1, 2025 - August 1, 2025
Applied AI Lab: Deep Learning For Computer Vision at WorldQuant University
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024
Microprocessor Technology and Instrumentation at University of Nairobi
August 1, 2020 - June 1, 2024
AI Policy and Governance at Artificial Intelligence East Africa
May 1, 2025 - August 1, 2025
Applied AI at WorldQuant University
January 1, 2024 - December 1, 2024
Microprocessor Technology and Instrumentation at University of Nairobi
August 1, 2020 - June 30, 2024
Bachelor of Science in Microprocessor Technology and Instrumentation (Computer Technology/Computer Systems Technology) at University of Nairobi
August 1, 2020 - June 1, 2024
Applied AI Lab: Deep Learning For Computer Vision at WorldQuant University
January 1, 2024 - December 1, 2024
AI Policy and Governance at Artificial Intelligence East Africa
May 1, 2025 - August 1, 2025
AI Policy and Governance at Artificial Intelligence East Africa
May 1, 2025 - August 1, 2025
Applied AI Lab: Deep Learning For Computer Vision at WorldQuant University
January 1, 2024 - December 1, 2024
Microprocessor Technology and Instrumentation, Computer Technology/Computer Systems Technology at University of Nairobi
August 1, 2020 - June 1, 2024
AI Policy and Governance at Artificial Intelligence East Africa
May 1, 2025 - August 1, 2025
Applied AI Lab: Deep Learning For Computer Vision at WorldQuant University
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024
Microprocessor Technology and Instrumentation, Computer Technology/Computer Systems Technology at University of Nairobi
August 1, 2020 - June 1, 2024

Qualifications

CIPIT's Data Protection Course
January 11, 2030 - September 9, 2025
Linux and Kubernetes Cloud Essentials
January 11, 2030 - September 9, 2025
Applied Data Science Lab
January 11, 2030 - September 9, 2025
AWS Cloud Essentials
January 11, 2030 - September 9, 2025
CIPIT's Data Protection Course
January 11, 2030 - September 10, 2025
Linux and Kubernetes Cloud Essentials
January 11, 2030 - September 10, 2025
Applied Data Science Lab
January 11, 2030 - September 10, 2025
AWS Cloud Essentials
January 11, 2030 - September 10, 2025
CIPIT's Data Protection Course
January 11, 2030 - September 10, 2025
Linux and Kubernetes Cloud Essentials
January 11, 2030 - September 10, 2025
Applied Data Science Lab
January 11, 2030 - September 10, 2025
AWS Cloud Essentials
January 11, 2030 - September 10, 2025
CIPIT's Data Protection Course
January 11, 2030 - October 15, 2025
Linux and Kubernetes Cloud Essentials
January 11, 2030 - October 15, 2025
Applied Data Science Lab
January 11, 2030 - October 15, 2025
AWS Cloud Essentials
January 11, 2030 - October 15, 2025
CIPIT's Data Protection Course
January 11, 2030 - October 24, 2025
Linux and Kubernetes Cloud Essentials (Ongoing)
January 11, 2030 - October 24, 2025
Applied Data Science Lab
January 11, 2030 - October 24, 2025
AWS Cloud Essentials
January 11, 2030 - October 24, 2025
CIPIT's Data Protection Course
January 11, 2030 - December 15, 2025
Linux and Kubernetes Cloud Essentials
January 11, 2030 - December 15, 2025
Applied Data Science Lab
January 11, 2030 - December 15, 2025
AWS Cloud Essentials
January 11, 2030 - December 15, 2025

Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Professional Services, Financial Services, Education, Computers & Electronics