I am a ML/AI engineer with senior-level experience leading AI/ML initiatives to increase customer engagement and operating efficiency. I have delivered AI-driven predictive models for automotive retail, improving sales pipeline accuracy, and developed travel-chain optimization tools for a metropolitan transport authority. I excel at cross-functional collaboration, workshop facilitation, and translating analytics into measurable business value. I thrive in collaborative environments, mentoring interns and driving AI adoption across strategic initiatives. I value transparent, data-driven communication and align stakeholders to deliver practical business results while ensuring privacy and governance in AI projects, including adherence to relevant regulatory requirements.

Jean-François Cadieux

I am a ML/AI engineer with senior-level experience leading AI/ML initiatives to increase customer engagement and operating efficiency. I have delivered AI-driven predictive models for automotive retail, improving sales pipeline accuracy, and developed travel-chain optimization tools for a metropolitan transport authority. I excel at cross-functional collaboration, workshop facilitation, and translating analytics into measurable business value. I thrive in collaborative environments, mentoring interns and driving AI adoption across strategic initiatives. I value transparent, data-driven communication and align stakeholders to deliver practical business results while ensuring privacy and governance in AI projects, including adherence to relevant regulatory requirements.

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I am a ML/AI engineer with senior-level experience leading AI/ML initiatives to increase customer engagement and operating efficiency. I have delivered AI-driven predictive models for automotive retail, improving sales pipeline accuracy, and developed travel-chain optimization tools for a metropolitan transport authority. I excel at cross-functional collaboration, workshop facilitation, and translating analytics into measurable business value.

I thrive in collaborative environments, mentoring interns and driving AI adoption across strategic initiatives. I value transparent, data-driven communication and align stakeholders to deliver practical business results while ensuring privacy and governance in AI projects, including adherence to relevant regulatory requirements.

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Work Experience

Quantum ML/AI Engineer – Co-founder at Quimiq Technologies Inc.
February 1, 2026 - Present
Design and development of quantum AI models (Q-VAE, Q-GAN, VQC) for molecular discovery and optimization of CO₂ capture materials (DAC/CCUS). Coordination of Canadian government funding research (NRC-IRAP, Mitacs, NRCan, SDTC) and preparation of grant applications for clean technology projects. Integration of hybrid quantum-classical pipelines using PennyLane and Azure Quantum within an Azure ML infrastructure, in support of direct air capture (DAC) research. Design of digital twins (DAC) for process optimization and reduction of energy costs.
ML/AI Engineer at Pair Revolution
December 1, 2024 - Present
Development of AI/ML solutions using TensorFlow, PyTorch, and SpeechBrain in Python to improve customer engagement in automotive retail. Sales pipeline optimization through NLP techniques and predictive modeling with scikit-learn to build more accurate customer profiles. Collaboration with cross-functional teams to integrate AI into strategic business initiatives. Facilitation of workshops to drive adoption of AI tools with measurable results. Analysis of customer engagement metrics to refine AI models and improve user satisfaction. Supervision of graduate interns in AI and mentoring of applied research work; oversight of AI legal compliance including data governance aligned with Bill 25.
AI Intern – Data Valorization at Autorité régionale de transport métropolitain (ARTM)
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025
Design and implementation of machine learning models with PyTorch and TensorFlow to optimize travel-chain analysis and improve resource allocation efficiency. Development of predictive analytics tools that led to measurable improvements in decision-making processes.
Data and Statistics Analyst at ESH Centres collégiaux de soutien à l’intégration, Cégep de Sainte-Foy
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2024
Production of automated reports and comprehensive data analyses in Python, VBA, and Power BI, enabling senior leaders to make faster strategic decisions. Led stakeholder consultations to gather data requirements and redesigned reporting workflows in Power BI, reducing report preparation time by 20%. Implementation of advanced visualization tools enhancing engagement and facilitating data-driven decisions.
School Administrative Manager at École polyvalente Saint-Jérôme, Centre de services scolaires de la Rivière-du-Nord
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2023
Management of daily operations, coordination of scheduling systems via SQL databases, and staff supervision, improving institutional workflow. Process improvement through creation of VBA macros and Python scripts for automated report generation. Streamlining of scheduling processes, significantly reducing administrative workload.
Administrative Officer – School Organization at Centre de services scolaires de la Rivière-du-Nord (CSSRDN)
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2018
Coordination and supervision of school organization activities, including registration management, resource planning, and monitoring of institutional policies. Liaison between school principals and central services to ensure compliance with Ministry of Education directives. Analysis and processing of administrative data using office tools (Excel, VBA) to produce management reports for senior executives.
School Organization Technician at Centre de services scolaires de la Rivière-du-Nord (CSSRDN)
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2017
Management and updating of student records (registrations, transfers, report cards) in compliance with Ministry of Education requirements. Coordination of school schedules and resource management (rooms, staff, materials) to optimize the delivery of educational activities. Production of statistical and administrative reports using office tools (Excel, VBA), facilitating management decision-making.

Education

Master’s at Université Laval
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2025
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) at Université Laval
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2023
Certificate at Université Laval
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2019
Microprogram at Université Téluq
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2015
Diploma at Georgian College / Canadian Automotive Institute
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2004

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Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Education, Government, Transportation & Logistics, Professional Services, Other