I'm a driven software engineer with a focus on machine learning and data-driven solutions. I enjoy turning complex data into practical software, collaborating with teams and clients to deliver reliable, scalable systems. I value clear communication, organization, and thrive under challenging conditions. I work well in teams, bridge gaps between technical and non-technical stakeholders, and continuously learn new tools and techniques to improve outcomes.

Michal Podolak

I'm a driven software engineer with a focus on machine learning and data-driven solutions. I enjoy turning complex data into practical software, collaborating with teams and clients to deliver reliable, scalable systems. I value clear communication, organization, and thrive under challenging conditions. I work well in teams, bridge gaps between technical and non-technical stakeholders, and continuously learn new tools and techniques to improve outcomes.

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I’m a driven software engineer with a focus on machine learning and data-driven solutions. I enjoy turning complex data into practical software, collaborating with teams and clients to deliver reliable, scalable systems.

I value clear communication, organization, and thrive under challenging conditions. I work well in teams, bridge gaps between technical and non-technical stakeholders, and continuously learn new tools and techniques to improve outcomes.

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Experience Level

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Work Experience

Software Developer at Intertek, Aberdeen, UK
June 1, 2025 - Present
Design and development of software components; close collaboration with clients to tailor solutions; implementation of machine learning algorithms and feature engineering; model tuning, data preprocessing, evaluation, and performance optimization; data processing using Pandas and NumPy.
Software Development Student at Makers Academy, London, UK
November 1, 2024 - June 1, 2025
Intensive 6-month full-time software development bootcamp focusing on object-oriented programming with Python and Flask, and PostgreSQL. Emphasised test-driven development, behavior-driven development, version control, and collaborative team and pair coding.
Barista at Starbucks, Aberdeen, UK
May 1, 2022 - November 1, 2024
Responded to customer needs with professionalism and empathy; collaborated with teammates to address challenges; trained new team members to improve service efficiency.
Team Member at KFC, Aberdeen, UK
January 1, 2020 - May 1, 2022
Ensured high-quality guest service with hot, fresh meals; resolved customer complaints with empathy and professionalism; contributed to a cooperative workspace.
Junior Front-End Developer at TALUX, Slovakia
April 1, 2019 - September 1, 2019
Responsive web design (mobile-first, cross-browser); debugging and troubleshooting; version control with Git; collaboration via GitHub.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Telecommunication Engineering at University of Zilina, Slovakia
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2017
Master of Science in Radio-communication Engineering at University of Zilina, Slovakia
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2019

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Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Retail, Education, Professional Services