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NIHARIKA SAHU

NIHARIKA SAHU

Bengaluru,KA

Summary

Versatile Engineer Associate Manager with 11+ years of experience in AI/ML, Generative AI, and automation testing using UI Path, Selenium (BDD, Karate frameworks), and as an SME for Automation Anywhere. Expertise in deploying scalable AI solutions with Azure AI Studio, fine-tuning models for BFSI, and leveraging advanced statistical techniques for data-driven decisions Using z score and confidence score Skilled in MLOps, Azure DevOps, and JFrog, driving efficient CI/CD pipelines, regulatory compliance, and Responsible AI practices. Proven leader in managing teams, delivering AI-driven innovation, and optimizing workflows. Working in client facing environment, managing team and client efficiently.

Competent Engineering professional offering foundation in engineering project management and design. History of success in performing load and cost calculations and establishing clear parameters. Detail-oriented with strong knowledge of data visualisation, automation and pre-sales documentation.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Engineer Associate Manager

Accenture
05.2020 - Current

AI/ML Frameworks Expertise: AI/ML solutions using frameworks like TensorFlow, OpenAI, and Hugging Face Transformers. Designed and deployed NLP-based models to enhance customer engagement and operational efficiency For BFSI injection processing and prediction in European Banking project.

Azure Cloud Integration: Leveraged Azure cloud services, including Azure AI Studio, to deploy scalable machine learning models and automate data processing workflows, improving system reliability and scalability. Reduced project completion time with efficient resource allocation and effective communication strategies.

MLOps & LLMOps Practices: Implemented MLOps pipelines for continuous integration, deployment, and monitoring of machine learning models. Facilitated the operationalization of large language models (LLMs), ensuring their efficient and ethical use in production.

Data Science Expertise: Applied statistical techniques, including distribution methods, Z-scores, and confidence interval analysis, to enhance data-driven decision-making processes across various domains.

AI Fine-tuning & Deployment: Fine-tuned AI models using Azure AI Studio and Copilot algorithms for “Model Risk and Regulatory Audit” in BFSI, achieving compliance and improved accuracy.

Architecture & Team Leadership: Designed AI system architectures and led a cross-functional team of 24+ engineers. Oversaw end-to-end project delivery, driving a 35% improvement in team efficiency.

Responsible AI Practices: Championed the adoption of Responsible AI principles, integrating data privacy and ethical guidelines into all AI solutions.

Pre-sales Expertise: Delivered impactful PowerPoint presentations for high-profile clients, showcasing AI capabilities and securing strategic projects.

DevOps Integration: Streamlined CI/CD pipelines using JFrog and Azure DevOps, enhancing deployment efficiency and reducing model downtime by 25%.

Senior Quality Assurance Analyst

Accion Labs
07.2018 - 02.2020

SME for automation anywhere :

-UI and API automation testing for software applications, leveraging Selenium and UI path with BDD, Karate framework.

-IOT automation scripting and implementation for 'Control device leveraging MQTT protocol in HIVE MQ for Raspberry Pi micro controller.

• Designed test strategies for CI/CD environments using Azure Cloud infrastructure, improving regression accuracy by 20%.


Business Processing Lead

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS)
03.2018 - 06.2018

Developed sales strategies, achieving an 8% increase in client acquisition within 3 months. This was an extended contract for support from Cubito to complete the commitment of support and enhancement .

Automation Specialist

cubito.in
02.2016 - 01.2018
  • Devised innovative test automation programmes and upgrades to improve operational efficiency.
  • Streamlined production lines through the introduction of automation technology.
  • Developed and implemented complex automation systems for streamlined manufacturing processes.
  • Managed, troubleshot and improved automation programs.
  • Tested, automated and whitelisted software to be used in secure environments.
  • Maintained, debugged and optimized automation programs.

Software Engineer

Capgemini
05.2013 - 08.2015
  • Enhanced application performance by 20% through innovative testing methodologies. Based on the requirement created framework using Selenium automation skill.
  • Developed scalable and maintainable code, ensuring long-term stability of the software.

Education

B.Tech/B.E. - Information Technology and management

Vivekanand Institute of Engineering & Technology (SVIET)
01.2013

Skills

    Core Competencies: AI/ML Frameworks, Generative AI, Data Science, Responsible AI, Team Leadership

    Technical Expertise: Azure Cloud, TensorFlow, Hugging Face Transformers, LangChain, OpenAI

    Programming Languages: Python (advanced), Java, SQL

    MLOps & DevOps: Azure DevOps, JFrog, Jenkins, Kubernetes, CI/CD Pipelines

    Data Analysis: Z-Scores, Confidence Intervals, Distribution Methods, Statistical Modeling

    Tools: Azure AI Copilot, Jupyter Notebook, Power BI, Selenium, UI Path

    Cloud Platforms: Azure (primary), GCP

  • Time management and Product development With expertise in root cause analysis

Certification

GenAI Level 1 Trained, Pursuing Level 2 Certification (2024)

Python with AI Certification (2024)

Advanced Excel Using AI Tools Certification (2024)

Power BI Certification (2024)

AI and ChatGPT Workshop Certification (2024)

GUVI Programming Challenge Certification (2024)

World Record Holder, AI & Python Programming Challenge (2021)

Languages

English
Advanced
C1
Hindi
Advanced
C1
French
Intermediate
B1

Certification

CERTIFICATIONS

GenAI Level 1 Trained, Pursuing Level 2 Certification (2024)

Python with AI Certification (2024)

Advanced Excel Using AI Tools Certification (2024)

Power BI Certification (2024)

AI and ChatGPT Workshop Certification (2024)

GUVI Programming Challenge Certification (2021)

World Record Holder, AI & Python Programming Challenge (2021) for Symmetric text model.(2021)

DevOps using AI tool(.2024)

Accomplishments

Integrated AI model using Azure AI in Teams Channel to trained to generate Minutes of the meetings after every important discussion which was recorded and shared across the panel, in Hackathon.

Work Availability

monday
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Timeline

Engineer Associate Manager

Accenture
05.2020 - Current

Senior Quality Assurance Analyst

Accion Labs
07.2018 - 02.2020

Business Processing Lead

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS)
03.2018 - 06.2018

Automation Specialist

cubito.in
02.2016 - 01.2018

Software Engineer

Capgemini
05.2013 - 08.2015

B.Tech/B.E. - Information Technology and management

Vivekanand Institute of Engineering & Technology (SVIET)
NIHARIKA SAHU