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Srihari Unnikrishnan

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I am an AI researcher and applied ML engineer with deep expertise in large language models, reinforcement learning, mathematical modeling, and explainable AI systems.

About

I am an AI researcher and applied ML engineer with deep expertise in large language models, reinforcement learning, mathematical modeling, and explainable AI systems. I enjoy turning theoretical insights into scalable production systems for finance, tech, and enterprise applications, and I thrive at the intersection of research and real-world deployment.

I have collaborated with teams across multiple countries, deployed production LLM models for B2B and B2C startups, and funded my college education through freelancing and internships. I am passionate about building robust AI solutions, mentoring teams, and delivering measurable impact through data-driven strategies.

  • 3 years' experience
  • Joined January 2026

Languages

  • EnglishFluent
  • HindiAdvanced

Industry experience

  • Software & Internet
  • Media & Entertainment
  • Professional Services
  • Education
  • Other
  • Financial Services

Work experience· 12 roles

Deep Learning & AI Researcher · Microsoft Research India (M365 team)Aug 2025 – Present · 1 yr 4 mos

Conducted theoretical and mathematical research on matrices in AI and large language model optimization. Developed analytical techniques to improve model efficiency, stability, and convergence. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to translate research results into production-ready approaches and evaluate progress through rigorous experiments.

Research Scientist (Intern) - M365 Team · Microsoft Research IndiaJul 2025 – Dec 2025 · 6 mos

Chaired theoretical and mathematical applications of matrices in AI and LLM optimization; explored optimization techniques and enabled research for M365 products. Submitted 2 research papers under review.

Intern · 2Cents Capital (Quant Capital)Apr 2025 – Jul 2025 · 4 mos

Built market stimulation & order matching engine; developed algorithmic trading strategies with Sharpe Ratio of 1.5 and Sortino 2.7.

Quant Developer · 2 Cent CapitalApr 2025 – Jul 2025 · 4 mos
AI Researcher · Sony Research IndiaAug 2024 – Feb 2025 · 7 mos
Data Scientist · PwC India (Public Policy & Government Advisory)May 2024 – Jul 2024 · 3 mos
Data Scientist · PwC India (PricewaterhouseCoopers India)May 2024 – Jul 2024 · 3 mos
Data Scientist · IoniONov 2023 – Apr 2024 · 6 mos

Education

BTech in Computer Science and Engineering with AI/ML · Vellore Institute of Technology - Chennai2021 – 2025
BTech in Computer Science and Engineering with Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning · Vellore Institute of Technology, Chennai2021 – 2025

Certifications and awards· 5

Google Code-In Finalist2030 – 2026
Vice-President, CODE (Delhi-NCR IT Symposium) - IT Leadership Forum2030 – 2026
Apeejay School NOIDA - Google Code-In Finalist (FOSSASIA Organization)2030 – 2026
Google Code-in Finalist2030 – 2026

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