I'm Nicole Colgan, a focused AI/Full-Stack engineer specializing in building production-grade AI systems in Python. I design modular RAG pipelines, integrate LLMs (OpenAI, Hugging Face, Ollama), and work end-to-end on embeddings and vector-based retrieval to deliver enterprise-ready solutions. I’ve deployed containerized backends, built CI/CD pipelines, and maintained cloud workflows using FastAPI, LangChain, SQLite, and Docker. I thrive on cross-functional collaboration to ship reliable AI features that reduce support effort and improve decision making.

Nicole Colgan

I'm Nicole Colgan, a focused AI/Full-Stack engineer specializing in building production-grade AI systems in Python. I design modular RAG pipelines, integrate LLMs (OpenAI, Hugging Face, Ollama), and work end-to-end on embeddings and vector-based retrieval to deliver enterprise-ready solutions. I’ve deployed containerized backends, built CI/CD pipelines, and maintained cloud workflows using FastAPI, LangChain, SQLite, and Docker. I thrive on cross-functional collaboration to ship reliable AI features that reduce support effort and improve decision making.

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I’m Nicole Colgan, a focused AI/Full-Stack engineer specializing in building production-grade AI systems in Python. I design modular RAG pipelines, integrate LLMs (OpenAI, Hugging Face, Ollama), and work end-to-end on embeddings and vector-based retrieval to deliver enterprise-ready solutions.

I’ve deployed containerized backends, built CI/CD pipelines, and maintained cloud workflows using FastAPI, LangChain, SQLite, and Docker. I thrive on cross-functional collaboration to ship reliable AI features that reduce support effort and improve decision making.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Fullstack Developer (AI Focus) at Hewlett Packard Enterprise
January 1, 2023 - Present
Built AI-powered applications using Python, LangChain, and LLMs to answer customer queries, reducing support effort via self-serve solutions. Designed modular RAG evaluation tools with pluggable retrievers/LLMs, dashboards, and SQLite storage. Developed backend APIs (Python, Java) and frontend features (React/TypeScript, Next.js). Implemented containerised deployment, CI/CD workflows, and reverse proxy configuration (Docker, Linux, Jenkins, GitHub Actions, Nginx/Traefik).
Fullstack Developer at SAP Ireland
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2023
Developed and maintained Java/JavaScript applications; managed pipelines, Docker, GitHub, and SQL.
Computer Systems Lab Tutor at University of Galway
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2021
Delivered Bash/Linux tutorials for third-year students; provided assignment feedback and troubleshooting support.
Small Business Owner at GlitzGrillz
January 1, 2023 - Present
Built a tooth gem business with strong social media presence and customer engagement.

Education

BSc in Computer Science at University of Galway
January 11, 2030 - December 15, 2025
BSc in Computer Science at University of Galway
January 11, 2030 - December 26, 2025
BSc in Computer Science at University of Galway
January 11, 2030 - December 27, 2025

Qualifications

IBM AI Developer Professional Certificate
January 11, 2030 - December 15, 2025
Skillsoft: Prompt Engineering
January 11, 2030 - December 15, 2025
Skillsoft: Generative AI
January 11, 2030 - December 15, 2025
Skillsoft: AI & ML Fundamentals
January 11, 2030 - December 15, 2025
IBM AI Developer Professional Certificate
January 11, 2030 - December 26, 2025
Skillsoft: Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, AI & ML Fundamentals
January 11, 2030 - December 26, 2025
IBM AI Developer Professional Certificate
January 11, 2030 - December 27, 2025
Skillsoft: Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, AI & ML Fundamentals
January 11, 2030 - December 27, 2025

Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Professional Services, Computers & Electronics, Media & Entertainment