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I'm Sherif Okemakinde, a detail-oriented AI/ML specialist with 3+ years experience turning complex datasets into actionable insights. I specialize in Generative AI, Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), and MLOps, with hands-on experience building scalable AI systems, fine-tuning large language models, and deploying production-ready solutions. I thrive collaborating with cross-functional teams to solve real-world problems and clearly communicate technical concepts to stakeholders. I have delivered AI-powered analytics, automation, and decision-support tools across organizations, and I am passionate about responsible AI, prompt engineering, and continuous learning.…I'm Sherif Okemakinde, a detail-oriented AI/ML specialist with 3+ years experience turning complex datasets into actionable insights. I specialize in Generative AI, Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), and MLOps, with hands-on experience building scalable AI systems, fine-tuning large language models, and deploying production-ready solutions. I thrive collaborating with cross-functional teams to solve real-world problems and clearly communicate technical concepts to stakeholders. I have delivered AI-powered analytics, automation, and decision-support tools across organizations, and I am passionate about responsible AI, prompt engineering, and continuous learning.

Sherif Okemakinde

AI Engineer, AI Prompt Engineer, Data Annotator, +7

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I'm Sherif Okemakinde, a detail-oriented AI/ML specialist with 3+ years experience turning complex datasets into actionable insights. I specialize in Generative AI, Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), and MLOps, with hands-on experience building scalable AI systems, fine-tuning large language models, and deploying production-ready solutions. I thrive collaborating with cross-functional teams to solve real-world problems and clearly communicate technical concepts to stakeholders. I have delivered AI-powered analytics, automation, and decision-support tools across organizations, and I am passionate about responsible AI, prompt engineering, and continuous learning.…I'm Sherif Okemakinde, a detail-oriented AI/ML specialist with 3+ years experience turning complex datasets into actionable insights. I specialize in Generative AI, Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), and MLOps, with hands-on experience building scalable AI systems, fine-tuning large language models, and deploying production-ready solutions. I thrive collaborating with cross-functional teams to solve real-world problems and clearly communicate technical concepts to stakeholders. I have delivered AI-powered analytics, automation, and decision-support tools across organizations, and I am passionate about responsible AI, prompt engineering, and continuous learning.

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I’m Sherif Okemakinde, a detail-oriented AI/ML specialist with 3+ years experience turning complex datasets into actionable insights. I specialize in Generative AI, Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), and MLOps, with hands-on experience building scalable AI systems, fine-tuning large language models, and deploying production-ready solutions.

I thrive collaborating with cross-functional teams to solve real-world problems and clearly communicate technical concepts to stakeholders. I have delivered AI-powered analytics, automation, and decision-support tools across organizations, and I am passionate about responsible AI, prompt engineering, and continuous learning.

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Work Experience

Generative AI Fellowship (AI Engineering Track) at OGSG | Bosun Tijani Foundation — NCC Digital Park, Abeokuta, Nigeria

August 1, 2025 - March 1, 2026

Built and deployed 6+ AI systems, including Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) pipelines for intelligent information retrieval. Improved model response relevance by 40%+ through prompt engineering and retrieval optimization. Fine-tuned Large Language Models (LLMs) using LoRA and QLoRA, reducing inference costs by 60%+. Processed and analyzed 10,000+ data points to support model training and evaluation. Designed and implemented agentic workflows and multi-agent systems for task automation. Developed AI applications using LangChain and LangGraph for pipeline orchestration. Deployed production-ready solutions using Docker. Worked with models/platforms including Mistral (Ollama), Gemma, OpenAI, Claude (Anthropic), Gemini, and Grok.

Data Scientist (Remote) at British Airways, United Kingdom

October 1, 2024 - December 1, 2024

Collaborating with stakeholders to develop analytics and BI solutions. Coordinating with multiple business and technology stakeholders and managing projects effectively. Cleaning, preprocessing, and analyzing extensive datasets; contributing to predictive models and algorithms. Leveraging advanced analytics to generate insights and recommendations; preparing clear, well-organized project documentation.

Data Science Facilitator – Youth Initiative Program (Contract) at Data-hub, Nigeria

July 1, 2024 - September 1, 2024

Designing comprehensive data science curricula aligned with industry standards; developing engaging lesson plans and activities; delivering lectures, demonstrations, and hands-on exercises. Designing and administering assessments; teaching ethical implications of data science, data privacy, bias, and fairness. Providing personal guidance and support to students and helping them pursue independent projects.

Data Analytic Officer (Onsite) at Sky Home

April 1, 2022 - July 1, 2024

Developing effective business intelligence strategies and analytics solutions. Applying statistics and data modeling to gain actionable insights, communicating and tracking KPIs across departments. Assessing data quality and completeness for analysis. Analyzing data to target high-value customers and developing dashboards to communicate findings with visuals.

Generative AI Fellow (AI Engineering Track) at OGSG | Bosun Tijani Foundation — NCC Digital Park

August 1, 2025 - March 1, 2026

Built and began deploying 6+ AI systems, including Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) pipelines for intelligent information retrieval. Improved model response relevance by 40%+ through prompt engineering and retrieval optimization. Fine-tuned Large Language Models (LLMs) using LoRA and QLoRA, reducing inference costs by 60%+. Processed and analyzed 10,000+ data points to support model training and evaluation. Designed and implemented agentic workflows and multi-agent systems for task automation. Developed AI applications using LangChain and LangGraph for pipeline orchestration. Deployed production-ready solutions using Docker. Worked with models/platforms including Mistral (Ollama), Gemma, OpenAI, Claude (Anthropic), Gemini, and Grok.

Data Scientist at British Airways

October 1, 2024 - December 1, 2024

Collaborating with stakeholders to develop analytics and BI solutions. Coordinating with multiple business and technology stakeholders and managing projects effectively. Cleaning and analyzing extensive datasets, contributing to the development of predictive models and algorithms, and communicating insights and recommendations to stakeholders. Preparing clear, well-organized project documentation.