I'm Lukas Torquato, an AI Engineer and Python specialist focused on Gen AI, ML, and AI Agents. I design and deploy data-driven AI solutions, from deep reinforcement learning to natural language processing, and I optimize workflows with Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) architectures and curated data. I deploy ML solutions on Google Vertex AI and AWS, and I enjoy turning complex problems into flexible automated tasks. I’m fluent in English and Portuguese with intermediate Spanish, and I’m available to work full-time with Stamp 1G from February 2026 for two years without needing a work permit. I take a data-driven approach to solving problems and build end-to-end AI-powered systems that improve decision-making and productivity. I collaborate with teams to convert messy data into actionable insight, leveraging ML, NLP, and software engineering to transform workflows and create scalable solutions.

Lukas Torquato

I'm Lukas Torquato, an AI Engineer and Python specialist focused on Gen AI, ML, and AI Agents. I design and deploy data-driven AI solutions, from deep reinforcement learning to natural language processing, and I optimize workflows with Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) architectures and curated data. I deploy ML solutions on Google Vertex AI and AWS, and I enjoy turning complex problems into flexible automated tasks. I’m fluent in English and Portuguese with intermediate Spanish, and I’m available to work full-time with Stamp 1G from February 2026 for two years without needing a work permit. I take a data-driven approach to solving problems and build end-to-end AI-powered systems that improve decision-making and productivity. I collaborate with teams to convert messy data into actionable insight, leveraging ML, NLP, and software engineering to transform workflows and create scalable solutions.

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I’m Lukas Torquato, an AI Engineer and Python specialist focused on Gen AI, ML, and AI Agents. I design and deploy data-driven AI solutions, from deep reinforcement learning to natural language processing, and I optimize workflows with Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) architectures and curated data. I deploy ML solutions on Google Vertex AI and AWS, and I enjoy turning complex problems into flexible automated tasks. I’m fluent in English and Portuguese with intermediate Spanish, and I’m available to work full-time with Stamp 1G from February 2026 for two years without needing a work permit.

I take a data-driven approach to solving problems and build end-to-end AI-powered systems that improve decision-making and productivity. I collaborate with teams to convert messy data into actionable insight, leveraging ML, NLP, and software engineering to transform workflows and create scalable solutions.

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Language

English
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Portuguese
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Spanish; Castilian
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Work Experience

Machine Learning Developer at Upwork
April 30, 2024 - September 5, 2025
Implemented and deployed several deep learning algorithms for clients as a freelance developer. Projects included video action recognition to detect subject actions and facial emotions; 3D pose estimation transforming videos into skeletal models in Blender; fine-tuning large language models for specific voice mimicking and answering styles; engineered Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) agents to process document sets improving information retrieval efficiency; all while working 25 hours per week and developing a startup alongside photography work.
Founder at Solari Solutions
May 31, 2023 - September 5, 2025
Co-founded a startup focused on physical product development including a C# WPF application using .NET Core. Designed and built an innovative multi-volume digital knob for gaming and streaming community sound level management. Managed circuit engineering with ATMega prototype mockups.
Smart Contract Analyst at DeFi Nerds
September 30, 2022 - September 5, 2025
Main smart contract and business analyst evaluating ERC20 tokens for reliability, security, and investment potential in decentralized finance. Developed trading bots for delta neutral strategy and technical high-frequency trading.
Data Analyst at DBC Company
December 31, 2021 - September 5, 2025
Utilized Microsoft Azure Databricks to process bronze and silver level data for trend spotting, enabling more effective resource allocation. Developed data models to interpret KPIs and improve campaign ROI by 5%.
Software Developer Intern at Accenture
September 30, 2021 - September 5, 2025
Collaborated with multiple teams to develop web applications using PHP, AngularJS, Zend Framework, and Laravel in an Agile environment. Completed solo projects such as a transmission repair control system. Restructured Oracle databases to support client changes.
Blue Team Intern at Clavis
January 31, 2020 - September 5, 2025
Automated Elastic Stack dashboards to reduce analysis time for external threats by 22%. Analyzed client logs and threat warnings to facilitate rapid response and threat management.
Floor Staff at Little Venice Santry Restaurant
July 1, 2024 - Present
Worked as floor staff familiarizing with Irish working culture while providing excellent customer service that contributed to improved restaurant reviews and revenue.
Machine Learning Developer at Upwork
April 1, 2024 - April 1, 2024
Implemented and deployed several deep learning models for clients, including video action recognition and 3D pose estimation in Blender; performed LLM finetuning to tailor responses and built Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) agents to improve document retrieval; optimized workflows by transforming data into actionable insights.
Founder at Solari Solutions
May 1, 2023 - May 1, 2023
Founded a startup and built a C# WPF application on .NET Core; prototyped hardware with ATMega; designed a multi-volume digital knob solution for a gaming/streaming community.
Smart Contract Analyst at DeFi Nerds
September 1, 2022 - September 1, 2022
Lead smart contract and business analysis; evaluated ERC20 tokens for reliability, risk, and team quality; prepared investment proposals; developed trading bots implementing delta-neutral and high-frequency trading strategies.
Data Analyst at DBC Company
December 1, 2021 - December 1, 2021
Deployed Microsoft Azure Databricks to process bronze & silver data for trend spotting; devised data models to interpret KPIs and optimize resource allocation; contributed to performance improvements and ROI.
Software Developer Intern at Accenture
September 1, 2021 - September 1, 2021
Collaborated with multiple teams to develop web applications using PHP, AngularJS, Zend Framework & Laravel; contributed as a solo developer on client projects; restructured Oracle databases to accommodate upcoming changes.
Blue Team Intern at Clavis
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2020
Deployed Elastic Stack automation and created dashboards to reduce analysis time of external threats by 22%; analyzed client logs and threat warnings for rapid response.
Restaurant Floor Staff at Little Venice Santry
July 1, 2024 - November 7, 2025
Gained exposure to Irish work culture and customer service; contributed to enhanced customer experience and restaurant performance.
AI & ML Consultant at Upwork
June 1, 2023 - April 30, 2024
Implemented and deployed deep learning algorithms for clients, including video action recognition, 3D pose estimation in Blender, LLM fine-tuning, and Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) agents to enhance document-based retrieval and automation.
Founder at Solari Solutions
September 1, 2022 - May 31, 2023
Designed and built a multi-volume digital knob solution for gaming/streaming, led WPF (.NET Core) development, and conducted circuit prototyping with ATMega to create a MVP hardware controller.
Data Analyst at DeFi Nerds
January 1, 2022 - September 30, 2022
Smart contract and business analysis; developed Python trading agents to evaluate strategies (Delta neutral, high-frequency approaches) and assessed ERC20 token fundamentals for DeFi investments.
Software Developer Intern at Accenture
February 1, 2020 - September 30, 2021
Collaborated with multiple teams to develop web applications using PHP, AngularJS, Zend Framework & Laravel; contributed as a solo developer on client projects; restructured Oracle database schemas.
Data Analyst Intern at Clavis
June 1, 2019 - January 31, 2020
Deployed Kibana dashboards with Elastic Search NoSQL; implemented automations to speed up security breach notifications by 84%.
Freelance Photographer at Independent
September 1, 2013 - May 31, 2014
Managed end-to-end creative projects for diverse clients, balancing technical precision with client-focused delivery.
Floor Staff at Little Venice Santry
July 1, 2024 - November 30, 2025
Restaurant floor staff delivering high-volume service with focus on operational efficiency and teamwork.
Floor Staff at Walters
November 1, 2025 - Present
Floor staff role focusing on customer service and problem-solving in a fast-paced environment.
Freelance Photographer at Freelance
September 1, 2023 - May 31, 2024
Managed end-to-end creative projects balancing technical precision with client-focused delivery.

Education

MSc Artificial Intelligence at National College of Ireland
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2026
BSc Computer Engineering at CEFET/RJ
February 1, 2015 - September 1, 2021
C2 Level of Proficiency in English at Michigan University
June 1, 2014 - September 5, 2025
MSc Artificial Intelligence at National College of Ireland
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2026
BSc Computer Engineering at CEFET/RJ
February 1, 2011 - September 1, 2015
MSc Artificial Intelligence at National College of Ireland
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2026
BSc Computer Engineering at CEFET/RJ
February 1, 2011 - September 1, 2015
MSc Artificial Intelligence at National College of Ireland
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2026
BSc Computer Engineering at CEFET/RJ
January 11, 2030 - January 28, 2026

Qualifications

MSc Artificial Intelligence
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2026
BSc Computer Engineering
January 11, 2030 - January 28, 2026

Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Financial Services, Media & Entertainment, Retail, Education, Professional Services, Gaming
    paper Lovelace - Bitcoin Deep Reinforcement Learning Trading Agent

    Developed “Lovelace,” an autonomous cryptocurrency trading bot that uses Deep Reinforcement Learning to execute trades on the Binance exchange. Available at https://www.twine.net/signin

    • Engineered an automated Bitcoin trading bot using a Deep Reinforcement Learning (Actor-Critic) model to optimize trading strategies.

    • Integrated multiple technical analysis indicators (SMA, EMA, RSI, MACD, Bollinger Bands) to inform the agent’s decision-making process.

    • Built the model with a shared Convolutional Neural Network (CNN) to extract features from a sliding window of market data, including OHLC prices and portfolio state.

    • Connected the agent to the Binance API for real-time data ingestion and automated order execution in a live production environment.

    • Developed a simulated environment for robust backtesting, consistently outperforming a “hold” strategy in tested scenarios.

    Skills: Deep Reinforcement Learning · REST APIs · Convolutional Neural Networks (CNN) · Python Development · TensorFlow

    paper EzMixer - Hardware-Integrated Audio Mixer For Windows Applications
    • Engineered a C# WPF application to control the volume of individual Windows applications using an external hardware controller.

    • Developed a robust serial communication protocol to interface with an Atmega microcontroller, enabling real-time, tactile audio adjustments.

    • Implemented an application selector and a customizable RGB lighting system to provide visual feedback and a personalized user experience.

    • Built the application using .NET Core, creating a modern and responsive user interface for managing audio settings.

    • Successfully integrated software and hardware to create a seamless and intuitive solution for advanced audio control.

    Skills: C# · .NET Core · WPF Development · Arduino

    paper Tales - AI Document Creator with Agentic RAG
    • Engineered an AI-powered agent that analyzes user documents (PDF, TXT, CSV) to provide conversational, context-aware answers.

    • Built the core Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) pipeline using LangGraph to create a sophisticated, stateful agent.

    • Integrated support for both powerful cloud models (Google Gemini) and local LLMs (Ollama) for flexible and scalable performance.

    • Implemented a standout feature to automatically generate PowerPoint presentations from the conversational context using the Model Context Protocol (MCP).

    • Utilized ChromaDB to create an efficient vector store for document indexing and retrieval, and developed a Flask-based web UI for a seamless user experience.

    • Available at: https://www.twine.net/signin

    Skills: Langgraph · Generative AI · Python Development · Flask · ChromaDB · LLM Finetuning

    paper Blackwell - Deep Agent Clinical Decision Support System

    Developed a sophisticated multi-agent AI system designed to streamline the clinical intake process and provide practitioners with data-driven diagnostic hypotheses and treatment plans.

    Architecture: Engineered a coordinated multi-agent pipeline using LangChain and LangGraph, featuring specialized agents for patient anamnesis, clinical evaluation, and therapeutic research.

    Knowledge Integration: Implemented Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) using ChromaDB to index the Medline database, coupled with a real-time PubMed web-crawling agent to retrieve state-of-the-art treatment guidelines.

    Performance & Validation: Rigorously evaluated the system against a dataset of 250 simulated patient cases, achieving a 90.1% total diagnosis accuracy and a mean clinical quality score of 83.4/100.

    Safety & Compliance: Designed an “AI Patient” simulation framework for testing and integrated emergency detection protocols to identify critical symptoms (e.g., chest pain, slurred speech) during the anamnesis phase.

    Tech Stack: Python, Google Gemini, Ollama (Local LLMs), FastAPI, ChromaDB, LangGraph