NAVYA SRI BALLA
HYDERABAD
Summary
Innovative AI Engineer specializing in production-grade Generative AI applications for healthcare using RAG, OpenAI, Azure OpenAI, and Google Gemini. Expertise in Python, Flask, and REST APIs, alongside data layer proficiency in Azure Cosmos DB and AlloyDB. Delivers scalable applications on Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE) with secure authentication through Auth0 and OAuth 2.0, while ensuring system reliability via Sentry and Google Cloud Logging.
Overview
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2
Languages
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Certification
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1
year of professional experience
Work History
Artificial Intelligence Engineer
DeepMedIQ
Seattle
02.2025 - Current
- Developed and optimized Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) pipelines for AI-powered medical question answering using vector search and Large Language Models (LLMs).
- Integrated OpenAI (GPT-4o), Azure OpenAI, and Google Gemini models to generate accurate, context-aware responses.
- Built document processing pipelines for data ingestion, chunking, embedding generation, vector indexing, and semantic retrieval.
- Designed and developed AI backend services using Python Flask, exposing REST APIs and implementing Server-Sent Events (SSE) for real-time response streaming.
- Integrated Azure Cosmos DB as the vector database and AlloyDB (PostgreSQL) for application and feedback data management.
- Deployed and maintained AI applications on Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE), utilizing Google Cloud Logging for monitoring and Google Secret Manager for secure credential management.
- Contributed to an industry-mentored AI healthcare project guided by Google and Microsoft experts, supporting the development of scalable AI solutions backed by $2M in cloud funding.
Education
Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech) - Computer Science And Engineering
PVP Siddhartha Institute of Technology
Kanuru,Vijayawada-520 007, Andhra Pradesh,India05-2026
Skills
Programming Languages:
- C , C , Python
Frameworks & Libraries:
- Flask, React
AI & Generative AI:
- Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG)
- OpenAI (GPT-4o)
- Azure OpenAI
- Google Gemini
- Prompt Engineering
- Vector Search
Databases:
- Azure Cosmos DB (Vector Database)
- AlloyDB (PostgreSQL)
Authentication & Security:
Cloud & DevOps:
- Google Cloud Platform (GCP)
- Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE)
Backend & APIs:
- REST APIs
- Server-Sent Events (SSE)
Monitoring & Development Tools:
- Sentry
- Git
- GitHub
- npm
- Python Virtual Environment (venv)
Certification
- AgentForce Specialist | Salesforce (Global Certification)
- Database Management Systems and Soft Skills | NPTEL
- ASPIRE Institute | Harvard University (Entrepreneurship Development Program)
- Cybersecurity Virtual Internship | AICTE
Languages
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Telugu
Native
Native
Accomplishments
- Recognition for Technical Model Presentation
Awarded a shield for successfully presenting DeepMedIQ, showcasing the application of Generative AI and Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) in healthcare. - Research Recognition – CDC Gas Detection and Safe Disposal Techniques
Honored for innovation and research on CDC Gas Detection and Safe Disposal Techniques, recognizing contributions toward improving hazardous gas detection and safe environmental disposal practices.
Affiliations
- Attended Google AI Startup Event at T-Hub, Hyderabad, engaging with AI founders, industry experts, and innovators while exploring the latest advancements in Generative AI, startups, and emerging technologies.
- Model United Nations (MUN) Participant – Actively participated in Model United Nations (MUN) during high school, strengthening public speaking, critical thinking, leadership, and negotiation skills.
Timeline
Artificial Intelligence Engineer
DeepMedIQ
02.2025 - Current
Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech) - Computer Science And Engineering
PVP Siddhartha Institute of Technology