heerbod

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Highly accomplished Senior Data Scientist and Statistical Modeller with nearly two decades of experience, specialising in translating complex data into actionable insights and strategic forecasts.

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Highly accomplished Senior Data Scientist and Statistical Modeller with nearly two decades of experience, specialising in translating complex data into actionable insights and strategic forecasts. Proven expertise in applying advanced analytical methods and Machine Learning (ML) to identify trends, build robust predictive models, and deliver data-driven business intelligence. Demonstrated ability to bridge the gap between advanced research (PhD in Data Science) and practical deployment, with strong leadership experience in a) developing and leading end-to-end AI/ML pipelines for forecasting and pattern recognition; b) establishing data governance, data lineage, and ethical AI practices across complex operational systems; and c) mentoring technical teams and fostering proficiency in modern data tools and cloud environments.

  • 9 years' experience
  • Joined December 2025

Industry experience

  • Professional Services
  • Energy & Utilities
  • Education
  • Software & Internet
  • Other

Work experience· 6 roles

Senior Data Sceintist · StreamologyDec 2025 – Present · 1 yr

• Applying AI and remote sensing for environmental prediction/pattern recognition (e.g. Goulburn River MER, Remote sensing of Vegetation works around Waterways); • Leading the design and deployment of AI models and data engineering pipelines to enhance analytical capabilities and asset monitoring (e.g., Mid-Murray Flow MER); • Managing projects and working with interdisciplinary teams to implement innovative data science methods for waterway management; • Designing and implementing custom scripts and models to automate data processing and enhance analytical capabilities; • Designing and implementing data engineering pipelines, culminating in interactive dashboards (e.g. Power BI, Power Apps) and GIS visualisations (e.g. Biodiversity Assessment Tool, business costs insight); and

AI trainer · AlignerrDec 2025 – Present · 1 yr

Train AI for easy and professional tasks like machine learning

AI trainer · OutlierNov 2025 – Present · 1 yr 1 mo

Train AI for easy and complex tasks

Sessional lecturer · Victoria UniversitySep 2025 – Present · 1 yr 3 mos
Senior Modeller/Analyst · DEECAJun 2023 – Nov 2024 · 1 yr 6 mos
Data Sceintist · Melbourne WaterJul 2016 – Jun 2023 · 7 yrs

Education

PhD of IT · Victoria University2021 – 2026

Data-driven artificial intelligence-based forecasting

Masters of Sceince · UPM2009 – 2011

Application of machine learning for prediction under climate change

Bachelor of Engineering · Guilan Univerity2016 – 2000

Certifications and awards

AWS Cloud Foundation2025
AWS Data Engineering2025
ArcGIS Pro2025

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