About

Data Scientist & Machine Learning Engineer based in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia — with an interdisciplinary background in Electronics & Communication Engineering and Computer Science.

Overview

I'm a data scientist and machine-learning engineer with 5+ years of hands-on experience. I started out as a Python developer and grew into roles focused on data, machine learning, and technical leadership. I'm also a Toptal Verified Expert in Engineering, vetted into the top 3% of global talent.

I hold a dual-major bachelor's degree in Electronics & Communication Engineering and Computer Science & Engineering from Adama Science and Technology University (ASTU), graduating with top honors (CGPA 3.98/4.00, Gold Medalist). I also earned an M.Sc. in Electronics Engineering from ASTU, finishing at the top of my class (CGPA 4.00/4.00, University Topper).

My work blends AI/ML, software engineering, and hardware/embedded systems—backed by a strong competitive programming foundation. I focus on building practical, high-impact solutions and leading teams to deliver them.

Experience

Data Scientist

Feb 2026 – Mar 2026

Revelo · Remote

·Prepared structured datasets in Python for machine-learning training tasks.
·Resolved targeted GitHub issues by reproducing repository states at specific commits.
·Built reproducible Docker environments for validating fixes and training artifacts.

AI/ML Engineer & Developer

Jan 2026 – Present

Toptal · Remote

·Verified Expert in Engineering — vetted into Toptal's top 3% global talent network.
·Deliver AI/ML engineering and development for clients, blending research insight with production work.

Chief Technology Officer

Jan 2024 – Jan 2026

Ethronics (Institute of Robotics & Autonomous Systems) · Adama

·Lead the R&D team and drive the technological vision and strategy.
·Oversee and contribute to projects in robotics and autonomous systems.
·Deliver lectures on Python programming and deep learning.

Academic Research Assistant

Dec 2023 – 2025

Adama Science and Technology University · Adama

·Supported research in electronics/semiconductor technologies.
·Assisted microelectronics and embedded systems laboratories.

Python Developer

Dec 2022 – Jan 2026

Turing · Remote

·Applied competitive programming techniques to solve complex engineering problems.
·Led and reviewed work for other contractors to ensure quality delivery.
·Built high-quality training datasets for ML and data analysis workflows.

Research Assistant (COVID-19)

May 2022 – Aug 2022

Private Research Organization · Adama

·Co-developed ML and deep-learning models to analyze and predict COVID-19 cases and deaths in Ethiopia.
·Work formed the basis of the “Analysis and Prediction of COVID-19 New Cases and New Deaths in Ethiopia” study.

Data Science & Tutorial Division Head

Dec 2019 – 2023

CSEC-ASTU

·Led machine learning, deep learning, and competitive-programming initiatives.
·Mentored members and ran tutorials and programming contests.

Data Science & ML Engineer (Competitions)

2020 – Present

Zindi Africa · Remote

·Built models for image classification, voice recognition, forecasting, and recommendations.
·Documented and presented methods/results to technical and non-technical audiences.

Education

Master of Science in Electronics Engineering

Adama Science and Technology University

CGPA: 4.00/4.00 (University Topper)

Bachelor of Science (Dual Major)

Electronics & Communication Engineering + Computer Science & Engineering

CGPA: 3.98/4.00 (Gold Medalist)

Philosophy

I believe in the power of interdisciplinary thinking and continuous learning. My approach combines:

·Rigorous research methodology with practical application
·Hardware-software co-design for optimal solutions
·Competitive programming mindset for efficient problem-solving
·Leadership and mentorship to build strong technical teams