Nikunj Thakkar

Nikunj Thakkar

Machine Learning Engineer intern

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Software Engineering & Big Data Analytics Enthusiast | Actively Seeking Full-Time Opportunities | MS in CS, UMass Boston

  • Education

    • Ganpat University

      2016 - 2020
      Bachelor of Technology Computer Science
    • University of Massachusetts Boston Honors College

      2023 - 2024
      Master of Science - MS Computer Science 3.71
  • Experience

    • Dev Information Technology Limited

      Dec 2019 - Apr 2020
      Machine Learning Engineer intern

      • Developed a chatbot for the financial sector using the RASA stack.• Researched and built context-specific NLG systems to enhance chatbot performance and adaptability.• Collaborated in an Agile environment, contributing to sprint planning and daily stand-ups for comprehensive conversational paths coverage.

    • Cognizant

      Jan 2021 - Dec 2022
      Software Engineer

      Reviewed and verified over 1000 Chrome Extensions developed using JavaScript, contributing significantly to Google’s user-centric approach.• Distinguished as the top performer within the team, securing the Best Performer of the Month accolade four times in recognition of consistently surpassing performance benchmarks.• Directed and mentored a team of 9 members in the Trust & Safety Team at Google.

    • University of Massachusetts Boston Honors College

      Sept 2024 - now
      Graduate Teaching Assistant

      • Graded homework assignments and exams for the Database Management Systems course• Conducted weekly doubt-solving sessions and provided academic support to students• Mentored students to excel in their studies and provided moral support when needed

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Big Data Engineer - Mastery Award for Students 2018

      IBM
      Apr 2019
    • Data Mining

      NPTEL
      May 2019
    • Artificial Intelligence Analyst - Mastery Award 2019

      IBM
      Oct 2019
    • Introduction to Automata, Languages and Computation

      NPTEL
      May 2019