Hi, I’m Mukesh Naidu, a machine learning engineer based in Tempe, AZ. I enjoy turning data into scalable ML solutions using Python, PyTorch, and TensorFlow, and I’ve designed end-to-end data pipelines and deployed models on cloud platforms with a focus on reliability and explainability. I thrive in cross-functional teams and love applying the latest AI advances to real-world challenges. In my spare time, I explore new ML techniques and tooling to keep delivering value to customers and stakeholders.

Mukesh Naidu

Hi, I’m Mukesh Naidu, a machine learning engineer based in Tempe, AZ. I enjoy turning data into scalable ML solutions using Python, PyTorch, and TensorFlow, and I’ve designed end-to-end data pipelines and deployed models on cloud platforms with a focus on reliability and explainability. I thrive in cross-functional teams and love applying the latest AI advances to real-world challenges. In my spare time, I explore new ML techniques and tooling to keep delivering value to customers and stakeholders.

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Hi, I’m Mukesh Naidu, a machine learning engineer based in Tempe, AZ. I enjoy turning data into scalable ML solutions using Python, PyTorch, and TensorFlow, and I’ve designed end-to-end data pipelines and deployed models on cloud platforms with a focus on reliability and explainability. I thrive in cross-functional teams and love applying the latest AI advances to real-world challenges. In my spare time, I explore new ML techniques and tooling to keep delivering value to customers and stakeholders.

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Language

Javanese
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Work Experience

Machine Learning Engineer at NVIDIA
January 1, 2024 - Present
Designed, trained, and deployed deep learning models for computer vision and NLP using PyTorch and TensorFlow. Built end-to-end ETL pipelines with Apache Spark and Pandas, integrated with AWS S3 and Glue. Deployed models via Docker and AWS SageMaker with CI/CD integration, monitored via CloudWatch. Automated model workflows with Apache Airflow for feature extraction and real-time scoring. Implemented BERT-based intent classifiers, enhancing chatbot accuracy and reducing fallback rate. Used SHAP and LIME for model explainability and fairness; prepared executive insights for cross-functional teams. Collaborated in Agile environments to deliver scalable ML solutions aligned with business goals.
Machine Learning Engineer at Nexova
June 1, 2021 - July 1, 2022
Built predictive models (XGBoost, scikit-learn) for customer churn and behavior analytics. Developed robust preprocessing pipelines: feature engineering, encoding, and anomaly detection. Deployed models with FastAPI, integrated via RESTful APIs with production services. Tuned models using GridSearchCV and Optuna, improving accuracy and F1-score. Monitored performance and model drift post-deployment using real-time alerting systems.

Education

Master of Science in Computer Science at University of North Texas, Denton, TX
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2024
Bachelor of Technology in Electronics and Communication Engineering at Vellore Institute of Technology, AP, India
January 11, 2030 - June 1, 2022
Master of Science in Computer Science at University of North Texas
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2024
Bachelor of Technology in Electronics and Communication Engineering at Vellore Institute of Technology, AP, India
January 11, 2030 - June 1, 2022

Qualifications

Cloud Machine Learning Engineering and MLOps
January 11, 2030 - November 28, 2025
Cloud Machine Learning Engineering and MLOps
January 11, 2030 - November 28, 2025

Industry Experience

Computers & Electronics, Software & Internet, Professional Services